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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1962
Page
4
The Texas Department of Public Safety estimates that 500 lives could have been saved in 1961 if drivers and passengers wore seat belts. The piece argues seat belts cut traffic tolls and injuries, and urges all vehicle owners to install and use them to reduce hospital costs and human suffering.
The Headlight presents full texts of two constitutional amendments to be voted on November 6, urging readers to study each measure carefully before voting. It notes three summaries of all fourteen amendments published elsewhere to inform voters.
Candy Farris celebrated her ninth birthday with a family gathering. Guests enjoyed games during party hours and lemonade with hot dogs on the menu. Gifts included assorted candies from the honoree, Cary Farris, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Farris.
Thirteen youths from Lissie Evangelical Brethren Church attended a camp at Center Point Texas. David Guthman was Outstanding Junior Boy Camper and Frances Sunderman Distinguished Senior Girl. Other honorees included Mary Jane Adkins Marilyn Sunderman and Jocelyn Tupper as Honor campers.
The Nada Home Demonstration Club met at Richter's Deer Camp in Sandies with eight members present and Miss Shirley Nix, Home Demonstration Agent. Mrs. Ben Richter hosted and Mrs. Tony Pitchback co hosted. members discussed an August 1 picnic in Weimar and a Dallas convention in September.
The author describes returning from a three week session at the University of Kentucky on Agricultural Adjustments and Public Policy. Sponsored by the Kellogg Foundation, the course featured lectures from national experts and included twenty agricultural workers and six county agents. The speaker notes Peru balance in supply and demand require government role, and recounts visits to Calumet, Spendthrift and Dodge Stables, tobacco farms, and bluegrass in Central Kentucky.
Mrs. G K Gerstenberg hosts a bridal shower for Miss Karen Cook, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ryo Cook, at her home in Weimar. Guests enjoyed games, prizes, refreshments, and gifts as Cook awaits her July 20 wedding date. Rexie Burke, son of Mr. and Mrs. George Burke Jr., plans a five week tour to attend the World’s Fair with relatives.
Colorado County agriculture column notes crop conditions weather tips and farm reports from local producers and county extension notes provide practical guidance for growers and ranchers across the region.
Mrs Stephens hosted a piano recital at her Austin Road home featuring students Rhonda Schilling Jeff Frnka Janet Frnka Phil Kana Betty Kana John Pendergrass Marilyn Morgan Pam Miller and Jer joined by Mrs Albert Jer in a duet and Mrs Stephens in a trio Kathy Reuther was absent. Pins were awarded to performers and refreshments were served as guests listened.
Twelve members of Explorer Post 334 in Eagle Lake travel with adviser Fulton M Dromgoole to El Rancho Cima near San Marcos for a week of camping. Accompanying families include Mrs Waddell and Mrs Waddell, Mrs Grieves, Mr and Mrs Waller, and Mr and Mrs McCreary. Participants include Bob Waddell John Waddell Dick Waddell Joe N McCreary Tim Arellano Harrison Walker David Grieves John Grieves John Laughlin Paul Tate Fulton Drompodle Edward Sunderman.
The Youth Builders Board of Directors and Association members met Monday night and elected officers. Chairman Belvin Mann. Vice-chair CG W McClure. Secretary Jewel Hemphill. Assistant Secretary Sylvester Castle. Treasurer Tom Pettis. New members joined including Sammy Aldridge and others. Aldridge elected co-manager of park athletic activities.
The Eagle Lake Library Community Center wrapped up its summer story hour on Thursday July 26. Children enjoyed readings by Charmaine Causey Cin Thomas Barbara Boggess and other volunteers with Mrs Waddell leading the program and the Study Club extending thanks to all helpers.
The colored youth builder's association will meet again August 13 at 8 00 p m. Members are encouraged to be present and others desiring to become members are invited.
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