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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1971
Page
1
Rain boosts agricultural prospects across the region as extended showers raise soil moisture and spur planting gains. Reports from Glen Springs, La Grange, and nearby areas note improved crop conditions with continued precipitation expected to aid rice and corn early growth.
Rotary Club hosts a benefit fish fry on May 4 at Lake community center aimed at supporting local youth programs. Proceeds go toward scouting hut improvements and equipment with tickets at 2.00 each and dinner served from 5:30 to 7:30 pm.
Headlight publisher Fred J. Frnka accepted three TOCPA awards in Beaumont for industrial promotion community service and agricultural coverage. Bagie Lake Headlight earned first in Industrial Promotion and second in Community Service and Agricultural Promotion for its hospital coverage soil conservation and special sections. The paper also contended for best all around newspaper honors at the annual meeting of the Texas Gulf Coast Press Association.
A symposium at an area venue will discuss respiratory diseases including bronchi and emphysema. Speakers include a judge and personnel from Cooper with Poe Stocke Army School, focusing on treatment dosages and patient care.
Alamo Lumber begins work on its inaugural house in a new development. The firm projects total costs around 415,200 with local financing and area suppliers supporting the project timetable.
Remodeling Daylight Saving Week prompts two Main Street store rehabs near Jung, with work stalled on two nearby buildings. Plans include a common large store area, lowered ceilings, and a front entrance overhaul as renovations target opening around June 7 with a variety of products. Local officials note the project should boost the town.
The Colorado Soil and Water Conservation District announced winners in the annual essay contest. Top entrants from elementary to high school levels include Dawnalt Fritsch, Saya Ransteiger, Helly Craft, Anna Saborer, and others with winners to be honored at the Columbus Lions Clubs Conservation Awards Banquet on May 22 at Columbus High School.
Balas, an excer of the ice rag Store in Zagie Lake, underwent surgery on 28423 at the local hospital. The report notes his recovery status and mentions Becker and Raeg in connection with the incident.
The state board announced a 25 percent fire insurance credit for Fagle Lake following a record of fire losses. Total city insurance purchases reached 7,4 with a five year loss ratio of 15 percent. The credit applies to fire insurance policies only and stems from last year’s rate.
The Chamber of Commerce agriculture committee urged a study of the fire ant situation in the area and proposed action for area wide control. Director Harold Thames raised the issue amid growing ant numbers and discussions led to plans for further drive and coordination.
The governor named a replacement for Judge Bethel and appointed Ellison as presiding judge of the Second Judicial District. Bob Setrauh moves from Guadaline County Judge to District Attorney for the 26th District, with Adee Hoettiet indicating a resignation amid personal and financial considerations.
Waddell of Eagle Lake will receive the Alban Nasor award at a 7 pm ceremony in the Shamrock Hilton Hotel. The award honors his efforts in prairie chicken preservation and habitat protection on the Altwater Prairie in north of Eagle Lake, supported by donor Joseph M. Kelser.
Budget includes ninety thousand dollars for rice research in the Western Rice Belt. Senator Patman notes Beaumont area rainfall averages fifty five inches and heavy clay soils, urging concentrated research to develop adapted varieties and farming practices. Local producers offer land and irrigation water to support the program.
The Eagle Cake Study Club will halt its annual President’s Luncheon and Game party at Exele Lake Community Cemetery on Friday May 31 at 12 noon. Funds raised support construction of the new library. Tickets are $2.50 each. Committee members listed include Alvin Fy ese, Jonny Adking, and J ke Mecreary. chair Ay RJ Wells. Community members urged to join in support of the project.
High school students seeking summer work should contact counselor John Mader at Eagle Lake High School. He will assist in locating opportunities available to students. Senator Patman is mentioned in the text.
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