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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1954
Page
1
Nine men were injured in a collision involving motor cars at Alleyton. Details are unclear due to garbled text but report indicates multiple injuries and a switch engine involvement near the scene.
Melvin Campbell runs for Justice of the Peace with prior service in World War II. He is associated with local veterans groups and pursues a position in the precinct’s justice court. The campaign emphasizes public service and community leadership.
Monroe Briecoe of Eagle Lake, an apprentice on a local Central Power and Light construction crew, slipped while climbing a pole and fell about 20 feet. He was examined at Laughlin Hospital with scratches and bruises, then released the next morning.
The San Jacinto holiday passed quietly as summerlike weather prevailed. Citizens enjoyed fishing trips and picnics while Rice farmers continued planting operations through the day.
Voters in the county will decide May Ist on spending up to 100000 for fire fighting equipment to protect residents outside city limits. Absentee ballots available through County Clerk Eagar Ultymani. residents pay property tax and meet qualification rules to vote.
Mivde Nispel of Central Power and Light Company announced co sponsorship with appliance dealers for a cooking school to be held here in Mayden and Sth. Mrs Sean Keel from the Corpus Chriss office will conduct the sessions. Major dealers Dag Ve Lake Eurniture Sampans J Shruest Ani Sip Hawkwace Ge Alame Lumber Company listed as sponsors.
Engle Lake High School students will compete in the regional meet at Memorial Park golf course Houston. Winners of the district meet lead teams in events including debate extempers and declamation with students such as Cleo Ladakky Bernie Parma and Joe Husyeke among participants.
Friedrich II of Houston arrives Friday for an Easter weekend visit with his parents and grandparents Mr and Mrs Tiras. Mr and Mrs F A Hoeninghaus and Mr and Mrs S E Arnold with children, all from Houston, visited their mother and grandmother Mrs Dick Ney over the holiday.
Eagle Lake council discusses dogs at large and forms a committee of H E Tate and A H Seah am to draft a suitable ordinance. Action delayed pending voter approval at the next city meeting. An emergency ordinance authorizes Highway Department to build a connection between Highway 92 A and Farm to Market 1597 within the city with state funds for construction and maintenance. The city commits to street lights stop signs and drainage disposition for the project.
Garwood PTA sponsors all day exhibition at Garwood High School on Friday April 30 from 3:00 am to concert close. Proceeds fund purchase of school pictures and support art education. Mrs. E J Shaw, PTA president, emphasizes keeping children engaged with local art and artists.
Blume's Orchestra will provide music at a post holiday dance Saturday night April 24 at the Community Center in Montezuma. A large crowd is expected for the gala event. The dance committee announced upcoming dates for May 15 special guest night with Ka. The Wih, Dimos-Aarce event with Jurreica's Orchestra and Tony Martin's Orchestra on August 4 near Raustan.
AM parents of school children in the county who wish to move a pupil to a different district must apply in May. Contact local school officials or the County Superintendent in Cohgebus for help with the application and blank forms. Mr and Mrs A Z Orr spent Easter weekend in Palestine visiting Mrs C W Brown.
A public figure declares that seniority belongs to the people of the Ninth District and vows to continue serving as long as they desire. He emphasizes it is a duty, not personal privilege, to carry out the wishes of his constituents.
The American Legion swimming pool park project receives its first equipment shipment. Commander Fred Frnka invites Levion air residents to help on Sunday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. to install a slide, swing and see-saw set for younger children as part of a long-range park improvement plan.
Members of the Senior Class of a n School present a three act mystery comedy titled Pind by Ronaig Poy. The show, with Royalty rights from Artcraft, will be at the school auditorium Friday April 7. General admission 80 cents adults 40 cents students. Cast features Gayle Themss David Cook Carole Crim Hose Mane Brimbelow Carey Hanly June Adkins Royce Flournoy and others with The Raytim Band under Miss Menka Woe zencraft as added attraction. Numerous behind the scenes committees listed with roles from stage manager to ushers.
The Garwood chapter of the Future Farmers of America holds its annual Father and Son banquet tonight at 7 pm in Garwood High School. The event is a highlight of the FFA year.
Eastern Star event at the high school auditorium features Curly Fox Texas Ruby and the Fox Hunters with Lee Norton in Poneha. The charity stage show, sponsored by Earle Lake Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, is expected to draw fans. tickets are 1.00 for adults and 0.50 for children.
The Spade and Trowel Gander Club hosted a Spring Round Up Flower Show at the Community Center with blue ribbons awarded by a panel of six judges. Highlights included Western-themed displays, a chuck wagon refreshments station, and prizes in Horticulture and Artistic Arrangement.
Colorado County Commissioners approve a contract to Daan Paying ontisetor for spreading oil asphalt on a 2.5 mile Farm Highway 135 extension to Lavaca County. Bid of $27450. gravel from Harton Morgan of Houston. rotary broom and roller provided. construction to proceed with county crews and state aid, linking Weir to south routes via Sherman, Rock Island, and Sheridan.
The American Legion Post Swimming Pool Committee announced Homer Hanger and Mrs. Homer Dancer will run the pool. Opening day is set for Sunday May 30 with season tickets at 7.50 per person for the entire swimming season.
Hancher and Litzmann seek reelection to county posts amid a crowded Democratic primary race. Joan A. Haehey and the County Clerk endorse steady governance as voters prepare for the July 1 primary in Annoorinc.
Firefighters answered a call Tuesday evening at an apartment building on the corner. The blaze caused significant damage before being extinguished. Reports note a leaking connection contributed to the incident and damage appeared extensive.
All boys interested in playing Little League baseball are invited to a meeting Friday afternoon at 5:00 at the highlighted ball park. The gathering serves as an organizational meeting and first workout in preparation for the season.
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