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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1968
Page
7
Sheridan High dominated the district track meet placing eight athletes in scoring positions. Officials credited strong relay finishes and field event scores, highlighting standout performances by top sprinters and a record throw.
The Colorado County Woman's Benevolent Association schedules its annual meeting at 7 PM with all members urged to attend. The league standings show Beles tied for first with 2075 total pins, while Engler leads high series with 559 as several bowlers post notable scores. Oak Farms Dairies, The Bails, and Palstar compete closely in the three-game league, each within a few pins of the top.
Muzny and Simeik top the local fishing contest standings as participants vie for prizes. The event features multiple anglers with Sun Creek as the setting and a midweek schedule counting catches toward final results.
A brief note reports Friday Nicht recovering by Sunday after use of arheel chairs and walkers at Eagle Feke Trugs.
Sundown Trio powered by Chic Stein’s 532 series and Bob Clark’s 210 game led April 18 bowling evening. El Cimino team posted high saves with 173 and Clyde’s tied for top games, while Mobil High Game of 622 stood out. Other notable scores included Kaiser 535 Rucka 528 Dixon 527 Bartesh 526 Riley 515 and Altair Bryer 76 wins.
Engagement notice for Miss Rebecca Blair Lindsay and Stephen Pierce Terrell corrected to announce a June 7 wedding in St. David's Episcopal Church Austin Texas. The earlier September 7 date was erroneous.
The article warns that ear piercing carries infection and injury risks. It notes that temporary earrings and wires used during healing require careful follow up by a physician. It criticizes self piercing devices sold to the public as unsafe and stresses hygiene and proper technique by trained piercers.
The Eagle High School golf team, composed of one junior and four freshmen, finished third among ten teams at the regional meet in Victoria. Coached by Dale Eberhart, the squad included Bob Thornton and freshmen Ex hie Uzzeil Glen Sunfemnsm Warren Struss and Brock Ashby. Though out of Class A contention, the Eagles begin preparing for next year with strong prospects.
Law officers issued 857 citations in March, up from 384 in March 1967. Fishing violations led with 305 cases, hunting citations totaled 275, and water safety offenses included 183 with 92 failures to carry Coast Guard life jackets. Fines and court costs for March reached $27,322.58.
Friends and relatives gathered for a Texas Size Party honoring Mr. and Mrs. Van H. Hare Fisey in the Harold Thomas metallier building on Parrain Market read 102 Saturday evening beginning at 7:30 p.m. Hosts were Mr. and Mrs. Harold Thomas, Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Thomas, and Mr. and Mrs.
Roland Balusek announces the engagement and forthcoming wedding of Paulette Laura Balusek to Robert Klockman, son of Arnold Klockman and the late Mrs. Klockman, at Grace Lutheran Church in Satividat at eight o'clock in the evening on May 25. Paulette is a secretary at Credential Life Insurance, a graduate of Eagle Lake High School, and attended Grace Wharton County Junior College. Robert is finishing his junior year at Texas Lutheran College in Seguin.
Raymond Waddell hosted a social evening with a Bam Tanee recording orusi¢ following a Sumptieds menu featuring barbecued beef mutton and sausage with trimmings. Tables in the building were draped with solid tassel cloths and centerpieces of visited cards lamps created a pleasant atmospheric setting.
Mrs. Velen Collins returns home following a visit with her son’s family in Cocpis Chiisti. The note accompanies a public health reminder urging residents to eat more rice.
Congressman J Idake Pickle visited Bugle Lake last Thursday and spoke to the Wagle Lake Lions, outlining issues facing legislators. He noted that his opponent Fagan Dickson has withdrawn but will still appear on the ballot, urging voters to mark ballots accordingly.
The district track and field events for junior high and elementary students will try again Monday, April 29, in Garwood after weather forced changes from Schulenturg to Hallettswide. Field events start with running floor and field events, with postponements noted due to conditions.
A compiled schedule of morning prayers and worship services across multiple churches. Garwood Methodist, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic, Holy Cross, Church of Christ, Bethlehem Baptist, and Sheridan churches list mass times, Sunday Schools, and weekday activities. Includes times such as 9:45 am for Garwood, 11:00 am for Our Lady, 5:30 to 11:30 pm weekday masses for Holy Cross, and 10:00 am Bible classes at Church of Christ. Senior, youth, and prayer services noted where provided.
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