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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1954
Page
4
A historical notice outlines early steps for fly control on farms, emphasizing an initial outlay and benefits like increased milk production. It recommends spraying buildings, concentrating on known attractants, and regular animal treatments, with a practical focus on sanitation and preventive measures. Nearby social notes mention several local visits and family events, including trips to Dayton, Groves, Wallis, Bay City, and Houston.
Mrs Helen Smith reports visitors from Illinois with Mr and Mrs Wm DeWitt stopping here last week while en route home after wintering in the Valley. Mr and Mrs J L Adkins and daughters spent Sunday at Bell-Wille with Mr and Mrs Reuben Melcher and attended Lutheran confirmation services where Barbara Jean Melcher was present. Mag Maite Hough accompanied Mire Feel and daughter Ag-
This week all bills submitted by the Governor at the start of the Special Session were finally passed. They raise teacher salaries from 2400 to 32802 per year, add 10 per month for state workers, fund new buildings at Eastham Prison Farm, Southwest Medical School in Dallas, Texas Dental College in Houston, and Texas School for the Deaf in Austin. A nine item message followed, urging district courts, tougher liquor and narcotics laws for minors, and other topics. With four days left, many bills may not pass.
Lt Bettye Sue Graham recently enlisted in the United States Navy and will report to St Albans New York on May 7 for reassignment to duty as a flight nurse in the Navy air arm. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs W R Graham of this city and a registered nurse. Oakhill Cemetery Association Flatonia will observe Decoration Day Sunday April 18 at 2 p.m with rain plans for Flatonia High School auditorium. Floor mats and other accessories at the Shell Service Station.
Funeral services were held yesterday for W. E. Johnson 85 of Greeneville Tennessee father of Mrs D S Taylor of this city. He died Monday night April 12 after a two year illness. Interment followed in a family cemetery near Greeneville. Surviving are his widow four daughters five great grandchildren and nine grandchildren. Mrs Taylor expected to arrive in Houston by plane.
Blume's Orchestra, a favorite local dance band, will provide music for a Club Montezuma dance on Saturday April 24. It is the club's first event after the holidays with a large expected attendance and bids to be mailed next week allowing two guest couples per member.
Miss Donna Anderson of the University of Houston Central College of Nursing was pictured with classmates in TIME magazine last week. The article discussed the current nurse shortage in the United States.
Mr and Mrs Kimo Sens hosted a Sunday family gathering at their home. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Charlie Kuebla and Mrs Danny Head of Victoria. Mr and Mrs R L Miller and children of Port Lavaca. Mr and Mrs Bruce Ledbetter of Brenham. Mr and Mrs Jim Hodges and Tommy of Houston. Mr and Mrs Sam Davidson and daughter Ernestine. Mrs Louis Tallas and family. and O L Mill.
In a cheeky aside, the back room crew defines a naturalist as someone who throws a lot of sevens, framing the quip as a playful poker or gaming reference rather than a literal profession.
Eagle Lake Garden Club members heard advanced ideas on floral design. Mrs. I V Duncan and Mrs. V T Matthews reviewed Mrs Clifford Cyphers lectures urging members to express personality and adapt design to living, plus use allied materials and understand design principles.
County agent Doyle L Moore reports Colorado County ranked fourth in Texas for fertilizer use in July to December 1953, selling 4449 tons. Statewide use fell nine percent to 4215 tons year over year. Major materials were superphosphates and 16-20-0, with ammonium sulfate rising sharply and mixed fertilizers up from 209 to 910 tons.
The Miller versus Edna Farmers Co op plea of privilege was reset to April 22 in Columbus County Court by Judge John A Hancher at the request of Edna attorney Thomas B Bell. The case concerns 267.20 deposited in Columbus State Bank escrow with bank dispute over rice processing proceeds. Bank has delivered a certified check to the court.
A rising number of farmers submit soil samples to laboratories for analysis to improve fertilizer efficiency. By identifying soil types and nutrient levels, they tailor application rates to maximize crop returns and reduce waste.
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