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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1923
Page
2
The fragment reports Rice season starting in week IX with drought drying fields. Mentions Eagle Lake area, Bay City, Galveston, and local growers like Poole and Winn, noting farmers toil to keep water levels, while rice prices and stationwork are described in a weather-beaten ledger style.
The piece reports on a cotton bale weighing 1540 pounds, classed strict middling, with Mr Walde and Mr Cerreld discussing lighter bales. A 12340 pound bale was sold to W M Cummins at 23 34o, noting government recognition of the bale weight.
The Mexican citizens of Eagle Lake and nearby communities plan a local talent show at their Ball in the flat next Saturday evening beginning at five. A large turnout is expected with many Old Mexico figures impersonated. An invitation is extended to all American residents of Eagle Lake to attend.
President Harding died Thursday afternoon at 2 182 p m after a stroke at his headquarters in San Francisco. The end came without warning as he collapsed while a nurse read to him with two aides present. National papers confirmed the death and flags in the city are at half mast as the post office adjusts hours for patrons.
A past work bathing party honored Mrs Mary Jesse Adams of Eagle Lake hosted by Mrs Tat y Meyer. Guests enjoyed a river swim at the Bernard River, barbecue chicken and salad, iced watermelons, dancing, and games, followed by a moonlit ride home. Urban Burttschel noted the Ramsey Glu Company plans its first 1924 season date midweek.
Mrs Kieler of Dallas Miss Dorma Hodde and Master Louis Hodde of Galveston and Richard Burkett of Nash Texas visit New York in midweek. Mr Kieler plans a longer stay at the Myra Vorde residence with the family.
B S Dupuis left this morning for Lafayette to join his family and establish a home after resigning from his post with the Be Taterstadl Rice Milling Company. He has been in a hospital at Lafayette for some time and his family hopes for a swift recovery of his health.
The Interstate Rice Milling Company will start up for the 123 season on September. Jules Droyfux remains manager, with By SoDupuia as accountant. Temporary reassignment and staff changes described, including Cailloner overseeing the receiving department and C. De Blisr handling buying. The mill aims for several months of operation, seeking a 24 hour downe scale during peak weeks to handle the crop flow. The piece highlights local economic impact and hopes prosperity will boost other Basle luike businesses.
Local melon shipments are increasing as renewed rains clear. About 60 cars are expected to ship from Le Switel station and four from Cultona by Terrell Bros with more fruit to come if conditions improve. Traders report rising prices as growers anticipate further harvests and longer shipments.
An unclear August notice mentions Mrs Natt Helmin and a top pile with references to germs and dollars. The fragmentary item hints at a local action or event but lacks concrete dates, places, or formal notice details.
A health ad touts LAX-FOS WITH PEPSIN TM as a specialized Syruphonic-Laxative for habitual use. It claims prompt relief and recommends a 14 to 24 day course to induce regular action. The product is described as pleasant to take and urges regular dosing for steady results.
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