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Eagle Lake Headlight

Location

Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 11, 1960

Page

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School Board Adopts 385791 Budget for 60 61

The school board approves a 385 791 budget for the 1960 61 year detailing revenue sources including state aid 203 595 local funds with 86 from sales and transfers and 28 019 in disbursements. Administrative costs total 31 700 while instructional costs rise to 252 952 with salaries and transportation at 16 000 and plant maintenance at 5 000.

EL School Board Jne Wss Smenis Supt Roy Mare Te Gore Les Sigon al Erigonl Bsess Tss-Age Sro SISC Sir Hgh

Struss Brunner To Head Eagle Lake Youth Program

Officers for Eagle Lake 1961 youth baseball program were elected at the Community Center. Elmer Tuss was named program head and Brunner co chairmen with The A Thorsten and J T Pilkington as 1960 co chairs. Struss urged attendance and parental support to ensure a strong season.

Eagle Lake Commuunity Center Jast Fhurslay Elmer Tuss Brunner Thes A. Thorsten 3. T. Pilkington Cochairmen Struss

Contract set for new ag shop at E Henry Colored School

The board approved a contract to build a new metal agricultural shop at the E Henry Colored School. Bid by Cantrveler for 10,800 with other bids considered. the project includes a shop and restrooms on school grounds. The district also discussed selling an old 1954 model bus and approved various insurance and student plans. budget details for IQEG.Al were reviewed.

Eagle School Board of Education E. K.henry Colored School Herbert ‘Engstron Garwood Engetromavill Teagiy Lucien Reston Neato Sand Cantrveler 7 Drymala of Columbis Drymalla Reh Eagle Lake Pipe Company Parker Dnsurance Agency Cinbe Taskiince Co Gerevn Stulen Bonyane Svith-Continental Cassatty Co Footbel Gest Fa Erades One Gb Avedes

Area Schools Set September Opening Date Across Region

Garwood and neighboring districts prepare for opening on Tuesday September 6 with staff changes and new teachers. Supt Pru Lewis notes several hires including English for sixth grade and a new band director from Sam Houston State College.

Lerma Hk Garwood Ans Noice Irlinois Herbert Bhgste W. Colnert Gilena Park Sam Houston State College Huniavilie Pew Jack Sailors Etgle Lake Dimmett Batise Jast Pape

Co. of C. to Hold Monthly Meet Monday Night

The Bogle Lake Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly meeting at the Municipal Building Council Room at 6:00 PM on August 3. Directors, committees, members and all interested in community welfare are urged to attend, said President Rev. Didner.

Bogle Lake

County Court designates 17 voting precincts in Jade County

Jade County Commissioners Court in regular session designates 17 voting precincts in the county. They set September 2 as the date for the budget hearing. The move comes after a reduction from 19 to 14 precincts in a prior adjustment.

Jade County Commissioners Court Iiesie Gective and Justice of the Rock Island Wel- Bera

Police Crack Down On Speeding Plumber F T Kollmann

Eagle Lake police announce a city wide traffic enforcement push after longtime plumber F T Kollmann sold his business. Reichert takes over Bollenn’s Plumbing and Metal Shop as Kollmann retires, with public safety messages urging caution on streets and highways.

F. T. Kollmann Ete Reichert Finginith Kollman Wis Bollenn Walter Reichert Volhmann Phan Ping Shop

Showers Slow Harvest of Cotton and Rice Across Regions

Light intermittent showers this week slowed harvesting of cotton and rice in several areas. Garwood Gin baled 140 bales of cotton Tuesday as Seifert reports mixed progress with Gulf Rose and other varieties. Seed and seedling sales hold steady as farmers plan for continued fieldwork and possible seed purchases for next season.

Ain Saul Uae Emile Likr Hamil Seifert Hart Jim Clipsen Gulf

Traits to Feature at Rice Theatre Friday Show

The Rice Theatre hosts a two hour Friday night program starting at 7 30 featuring the popular musical group the Traits from San Marvos. A Jerry Lewis film titled A Small Planet will not be shown Friday and will instead be shown Saturday. Tickets are 5.80 with all seats.

Rice Theatre Fran San Marvos Small Planet Jerry Lewis Chanel Schamerhorn Agen of the Thce

Rock Island Baptist Church Revival Planned Aug. 14 21

Rock Island Baptist Church announces a weeklong revival from August 14 to August 21 led by visiting speakers. The event aims to renew faith, with congregational prayer, hymn singing, and guest sermons each evening.

Rock Island Baptist Church

Community Center Board Re Elects Wintermann President

The Eagle Take-Community iCentre directors met Tuesday for their annual session and election of officers. CA Wintermann was re elected as director and president for a three year term. KR L Clipse was elected vice president, succeeding Tuck Grieven and Ling Stalinger. T T H Weillel was re elected treasurer and secretary. The annual financial report shows current assets of 316 122 A4 and fixed assets of 361 614 20 making total assets 877 746 649 with no liabilities. The center’s activities continued into the next page.

Eagle Take iCentre Wintermann Vet Lange KR. L. Clipse Tuck Grieven Ling Stalinger Mes T. T H. Weillel Pyeas Urey Secrming

Eagle Lake Council Reads First Livestock Ordinance

The Eagle Lake City Council approved the first reading of a new livestock ordinance restricting keeping of livestock or fowl within 300 feet of inhabited dwellings. The measure outlines penalties and requires hearings. A full copy of the ordinance appears on page six of this issue and cites a public hearing scheduled for August 22.

Eagle Lake Nekotic Liviestert Ill Limes Cindy Raghe Lake Livestack Bela Lake Ely Anand Cltizena

ELHS Band Elects Council and Begins Rehearsals

The ELHS band started rehearsals and formed a band council with temporary officers. Officers include president Mara Bowdss, secretary treasurer Sue Powers, reporter Sue Matthews, historian Judy Frakes, and student representatives from each class.

ELHS Maning Mt. Atking Crmez Mara Borwdss Sue Powers Sue Matthews Judy Frakes

Line of Snahine Teaches Sowing in Tears and Joy

In a brief, scripture-inspired note the line “They that sow in tears shall reap in joy” appears with a reference to Pauls 12623, suggesting a reflective motto or quotation included in a historical context.

Pauls

Eagles Set First Practice at 7 AM Monday

Eagle Lake Eagles football opens 1960 season with 7:00 am Monday workout at the high school gym. Coach Bobby Anderson invites all interested boys to attend the initial session and subsequent practices, stressing must attend and pass a doctor certified physical.

Eagle Lake Eagles Sary Bobby Anderson Aregent Fria Assiathuir Anderson Fretner Mini High Sthool Svery I Fox

Seal Coating Of Streets Progress Report

Work on Engle Lake street improvements advances with Brown & Root crews applying seal coat. Storm sewers under construction to drain southeast Ferry. State Street 3 receives seal coat this week with completion expected soon. Graveling of streets continues and Guadalupe Terrace drag nearly finished.

Engle Lake iBrown & Root Company Empippras Hepainy Ile Jlo Sirke Fiat

First Summer Story Hour At Library Community Center

The first summer story hour is scheduled today at 4 09 PM at the Library in the Community Center. Local officials note the event invites children to enjoy readings and activities in a public space.

Cdak Tnulesdey

About Town Mrs Charles D Stephene in Headlight yard

Morning visit to Mrs Charles D Stephene reveals three trees in a spacious yard. Twelve trees planted, six thriving, two bearing apples, others of different kinds.

Charles D. Stephene

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