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Newspaper

Eagle Lake Headlight

Location

Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1956

Page

10

Garwood Happenings Personal Notes and Visits

Garwood community notes recount visits by Sally Ruth Carrington and relatives to Bay City Eagle Lake and Houston. Updates on patients Rodney Hefner and Johny Hopkins include hospital stays and recovery. Attendees at services and gatherings, dinners, and family visits across Eagle Lake Crockett Freeport and El Campo are listed with names and relations.

Liue Sally Ruth Carrington Bob Don Stallmint Sind Roy Stailman Don Bay City Sally Ruth Anso Rodney Hefner Lauerlin Hospital Eagle Lake WA. Hoefner W. A. Stallman Johny Hopkins Weimar Hospital Douglas Bennett San Antonio C. P. Hopkins Bessie Martin R.A. Shoop Mrakk. C. Frederickes W. RB. Fraka Federated Churehes Litheran Church Freeport Clyde Jackson Houston Laura Littleton Tlewant Strahan Earleake Richi Fomalis Rand James G. Hopkins Stors Mise Nelma Delan Dale Hunt Fragmond Hunt el Campo T. Clark M. L. Heiman Gulf Coast Hitchcock Te Tir Fling Bruce Fling James Connally Field Waco W. R. Frnky R A. Shoop J. M. Harry Houston Pridey Harold Treybig Pierce Lee Glass Lawrence Stallman Marsha Diane Stallmean San Juan George Stall Frank Richter Rule John Mazac Eagle John Struska WSCS Womm's Society of Christan

Garwood FFA After Dinner Program Highlights

Garwood FFA held an after dinner program led by chapter president Bobby Hunt with guest introductions by Buddy Frels. Buddy Frels recited the FFA Creed while the band performed and Edward Popp and James Schilling spoke on finances and the work program. Members presented a cattle hide demonstration and John Gideon s showed FFA slide films amid guests Patricia Labay and press and faculty spectators.

Bobby Hunt Buddy Frels FFA Buddy Edward Popp James Schilling Rancy Waligura Edward Moeller Billy Krenek John Gideons Patricia Labay

Wednesday Bridge Club Meeting and New Members

Mrs Bessie Martin chaired the meeting with the nominating committee report and refreshments served at the close. Mrs Chapman presided at the serving. New members Mrs Walter Hoffman Mrs Jerry Zbranek Mrs Anthony Kallina and Mrs Leroy Lundquist joined. High score went to Mrs A J Kremling with Mrs Robert Schiurring second and Mrs Truman Engstrom low.

Bessie Martin J. M. Harry Cornelius W. S. Chapman Chapman Ben Waligura Walter Hoffman Jerry Zbranek Anthony Kallina Leroy Lundquist A. J. Kremling Robert Schiurring Truman Engstrom

Garwood Band Plans Corpus Christi Visit and Events

Garwood High School Band directed by Jack Sailors will travel to Corpus Christi for a Buccaneer Day band festival and contest. The group recently participated in the San Antonio Fiesta parade and illuminated parade. A Mother's Day concert is scheduled at Garwood School on May 13.

Garwood Band Corpus Christi Garwood High School Jack Sailors Garwood Corpus Christ San Antonio San Jacinto Garwood School

Garwood Junior Senior Banquet and Prom Held Tuesday

Garwood High School hosted its annual junior senior banquet and prom at Eagle Lake Community Center Tuesday night. The event featured a colonial garden setup, Jodie Braden’s orchestra, and guests including the Garwood senior and junior classes, faculty and board members.

Eagle Lake Garwood High School Garwood Jodie Braden

District Court Damages in Hudec vs Becak Case Not Reported

Judge Ellison dismissed the Hudec versus Becak damage suit after an out of court settlement. Hudec to receive about 1000 for gravel truck damage on Speaksville road near Columbus. he sought 1600. Monday judgments also included Brandt against Thumann for 5150 plus interest over 1955 Weimar business equipment and Scho bel Truck against Cloninger for 1764.37. Johanna Weishahn’s name change to Jane granted.

Bill Hudec John Becak Ellison Hudee Speaksville Road Columbus Oscar G. Brandt Herman Thumann Weimar Schobel Truck and Tractor Company of Earl M. Cloninger Riverside Calif Johanna Weishahn Jane

Calhoun Shoe Shop to Close Saturday April 28

Ray Calhoun announces the Calhoun Shoe Shop will close after Saturday with all shoes to be picked up by April 28. He and his family will move to Georgetown to establish a shoe repair shop, thanking Eagle Lake citizens for patronage. The Calhouns resided in the Ed Hodde home and he has served as vice commander of the local Legion Post.

Ray Calhoun Calhoun Shoe Shop Calhoun Georgetown Eagle Lake Ed Hodde Legion

Rock Island Style and Talent Show Draws Large Crowd

A Tuesday night Rock Island gym audience enjoyed a local style and talent show organized by Mrs. Eula Sutherland and the Homemaking class. Students and FHA members from Eagle Lake Bellville and Rock Island performed fashion skits music and dance numbers with prizes awarded for standout outfits and performances.

Rock Island M. I. Nicowander Eula Sutherland Fhaers Audrey Kotrla Billie Earl Henry Nna Loy Layton FHA Eagle Lake Bellville Judy Black Alan Causey Beverly Brooks Bobby Lang Jo Anne Moss Harold Waits Audrey White Max Gimlat Beverly Williams Patsy George Elizabeth Mark Burke Karen Larsen Norma Eaton Beverly Hruzek Terry Jimmy Hudson Susie Rusty Gibson Patsy Peek Alan Dale Jecmenek LaVohné Jonhson Jerry Spann Johnny Hooper Jo Ann Kathryn Betty Louisé Moss Janet de Foor Dianne Burgess Marilyn Glenda Fay Ramon Pyle Raymon Max Girndt Ronnie Sullivan Cheryl Goodness Cheryl Faye Layton Barbara Owers Peggy Hudson Marcella Speck Carol Sue Hudson A. J. Hruzek, Jr Cecil Gandy Leonard Mai Charles Mosman Boyce Albig Lester Martin Jo Ann Moss LaVonne Johnson Billie Jean Kotria Glenda Sue Speck Carol Sue Huxtson Marilyn Rule Billie Jean Kotrla la Vonne Johnson Virgie Alston Lilly Olsen Mary Lou Johnston Hucklebers Bellle Bertha McEwing el Campo Deloris Childress Miss Childress Rock, Island

Shell Safety Meet Highlights Ladies Night at Sheridan

The Eagle Lake District of Shell Oil Company held a safety night for employees and wives at Sheridan Recreation Hall last Monday. About eighty guests enjoyed a dinner by Marvin's of Altair followed by a two part program, "Look to the Future" and "The Magic Suitcase" from Shell Public Relations. J T Breithaupt presided over safety driving awards for 24 employees including A T Blanchard and J F W Jones and a 20 year service award to Mr. Tinker. The event featured dancing to Ray Jurecka and a list of attendees from the Houston office and local spouses.

Eagle Lake Shell Oil Company Sheridan Virginia Marvin's Altair Shell J. E. Jones Shell Oil Co D. §. Wilkinson Margaret McClaugherty F. E. Cheatham R. B. Criswell A. L. Didner J. B. Jones J. F. W. Jones Bob Koppenberg Simon McCloud H. J. Nelson E. J. Parma E. R. Sohort C. E. Smith E. Tetsch A. E. Tinker E. F. Waits H. D. Waits M. R J. T. Breithaupt D. R. Cramer H. W.mitchell John Burgbacher R. L. Coon R. M Dannenburg W. W. Gaines D. E Wilkerson Houston

County Red Cross drive nets 4437 dollars

Dr Barl Dancer county Red Cross fund chairman reports a total of 4437.94 dollars collected in the recent drive surpassing the 4350 dollar county quota. Eagle Lake led with 1300 dollars while Sheridan, Shaws Bend, Garwood Nada, Rock Island, Frelsburg, Bogey Branch and Weimar contributed varying sums. Contributions from Altair counted with Eagle Lake and Rock Island totals. The report notes Columbus and surrounding areas at 1537.01 dollars. After worship services, junior groups held fellowship at homes of Harvey Cooper and Martha Ann Walker.

Barl Dancer Columbus Red Cross Fund Eagle Lake Sheridan Shaws Bend Garwood-Nada Rock Island Frelsburg Bogey Branch Weimar Altair First Baptist Church Harvey Cooper Martha Ann Walker

Notes From The Eagle Lake Police Blotter

Eagle Lake Police Department reports a busy week with family disturbances and arrests for public intoxication. Three men fined for intoxicated in public. two women fined for attempting to break into an Eagle Lake residence. A burglary attempt at Mac's Food Market led to theft of a battery from Maurice's Garage. Traffic violations include multiple failed inspections and licenses, and several stop sign and headlight infractions.

Eagle Lake Lorenzo Rangel, Jr Filipe Pera Frank Cantu M. M Jones Maurice Cliff Benson James Adams

Wreck In Schulenburg Leaves One Dead Four Hurt

Highway Patrol reports a Schulenburg crash left Jennie Glass dead and three others injured, including two Corpus Christi women. The 63 year old woman ran a stop light at Highway 77 and Baumgarten, colliding with another vehicle. Beatrice Upton, 43, and Rosie Glass were hospitalized with bruises and shock, while Lula Hood and Ralph Holdman, both of Corpus Christi, were treated for multiple injuries at Youens Hospital in Weimar. Hood possibly suffered chest injuries.

J. C. Tansner C. E. Morris Schulenburg Corpus Christi Highway 77 Baumgarten Street Jennie Glass Beatrice Upton Rosie Glass Lula Roberts’ Hood Ralph Holdman Youens Hostital Weimar Tanner Hood

Deadline For Filing Homestead Exemption In Colorado County

April 30 is the deadline for Colorado County property owners to sign tax assessment sheets and apply for the homestead exemption on state taxes. If not signed, contact the County Tax Assessor-Collector at the Columbus courthouse by Monday. Local agents can provide details on the Smith Doxey act cotton improvement program and related services.

Colorado County Columbus

Political Candidates Named in Eagle Lake Primary Slate

The Eagle Lake Headlight lists Democratic primary candidates. For Congress Ninth District Clark W. Thompson seeks re election. State Senate 15th District Culp Krueger Jack Fisk. State Rep 46th Homer L Koliba. Sheriff Colorado County J O Boydie Walker seek re election. County Attorney Otto P Moore Sr. Tax Assessor Colorado Henry Hajovsky. Constable Precinct 8 Harrison Walker John Elton Semora E Davis E Mclain.

Congress Ninth District Texas Clark W. Thompson Otto P. Moore, SR Colorado County Henry J. Hajovsky Harrison Walker John Elton Buster) Semora E. E. Davis McLain

Fifth Grade Honor Roll Additions From Gilt Edge Listed

Postpublication addendum for Gilt Edge fifth grade honors includes Charles Ray Altman 93.16 Charmaine Causey 92.26 Christine Cauthan 92 John Wayne Frnka 94.22 Carol Joyce Konesheck 94.57 Paula Marx 4.85 Carel Miculka 92 Ronald New 96.33 Carman Parker 96 Ted Wiese 92.5 and Honor Roll member Patricia Pescae 90.71 plus Rockie Bradford.

Charles “Ray Altman Charmaine Causey Christine Cauthan John Wayne Frnka Carol Joyce Konesheck Paula Marx Carel Miculka Ronald New Carman Parker Ted Wiese Patricia Pescae Rockie Bradford

Sheridan Shell Co. Employee Celebrates 25th Year

F. G. Newman of Sheridan was honored by Shell Oil Company on April 18 for twenty-five years of service. An office supervisor at the Sheridan Cycling Plant he received a Shell service emblem and a gold wrist watch at a dinner in the Rice Hotel Houston. He began with the company in January 1929 in Arkansas City refinery labs and later worked at gas plants near Barnsdall Oklahoma, Ward and Wirt Oklahoma, and Pampa Texas before moving to Sheridan Cycling plant as Chief Clerk in January 1946. He is married to Eleasha Johnson of Cedarvale Kansas with two children aged 4 and 13.

F. G. Newman Sheridan Shell Oil Company Shell Rice Hotel Houston Newman Arkansas City Barnsdall Lard

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