Gravel machinery arriving for Horton and Horton pits
Machinery arrives to extend the spur from the San Antonio and Aransas Pass tracks to the Horton King gravel pits. Morton and Horton ship seven carloads of gravel pit equipment with wiring to the pow pit, and prepare to mine gravel across the King place despite earth cover. Track ballasting and ground leveling proceed as a three quarter mile spur from Gemner and Tanner’s main line reaches the work site amid plans to extract gravel by November.
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Horton & Horton
San Antonio & Aransas Pass
King Place
Morton & Horton
King Lundy
Gettiag
Gommer &Tanner
Bae Railroad
Tad Spur
Joln Tanner
Dave Betry
Gemmyr & Thaner
Uivir Pti
Farewell party held for Mrs Sam Little
Members of the Christian church gave Mrs Sam Little a surprise farewell yesterday at her home. They brought fruit cake and refreshments and packed goods for shipment to Houston where Mr Little will join the post office department. A pleasant afternoon was spent with best wishes for health and happiness in their new city. J J Whatey of Houston visited to review the river situation and enjoy the golf course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Christian Church
Sam
Mrs. Little
Houston
Mr. Little
Post Office Department
Ford to Begin Production of New Car Soon
Detroit August 11 Ford Motor Company announced production of a new model will start within weeks. The car is in testing, with road performance described as strong. It can reach 65 miles per hour and sustain over 50 mph for long runs, with lower fuel and oil consumption than prior models.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Ford Motor Company
Lighly Sutle
Darus
Warve
Just Us Girls Club Meet With Miss Kathryn McKee
The Just Us Girls Bridge Club met Wednesday evening with Miss Kathryn McKee and Mica Metty Harigel. They captured the high score and received a pad and holder as a club souvenir. The event featured a booby prize to Mims Kitty Belle Ney and a delicious salad course.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Just Us Girls
Kathryn McKee
Mica Metty Harigel
Mims Kitty Belle Ney
Rice Growers To Form Marketing Group Across States
Rice growers in Louisiana Texas and Arkansas plan a cooperative marketing association. The Houston conference outlined gathering 1 000 000 to 2 000 bags for export surplus and disposal through the association. A follow up meeting is set for Like Charles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisiana
Texas
Arkdasad
Chamber of Commerce
Houston
Jowestle
Uty
Tt. Lofpauir
Fred Swanson
Louise
Jack Hutcheson
Pierce
A. Me Hoyt
Beaumidat J
Me Johin
Auabuie
Wnd
A. M. Kivh
Devers
Mrs Ellison Be is laid to rest in Eagle Lake
An obituary notes the death of Mrs. Ellison Bentley at twenty three after months of illness. She was the wife of Gillson Bentley of this city and daughter of the late Harry Johnston of Jolnston. She leaves her husband, her mother, two brothers, a sister, and many friends who mourn her loss. The service was held at the Baptist church with pastor Stev D. Sumrall officiating. The bereaved request the community’s sympathy and prayers.
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Ellison BP
St Joseph
Hersch
Eagle Lake
GW. Bentley
Baptist Church
Stev, D
Meathey
Ste
Tinieten
Weber
Io Chiestite
Doe
Gillson Bentley
Weyniy
Uduru
Bentley
Harry of Jolnston
The
Houston Post-Dispatch
Heudigne Force
Harry M. Jolt
Houston
Slater
Mary Houston
Mr Jounin Brown Arrives in City as Guest of Mrs Walker
Mr Jounin Brown of Omaha Nebraska arrived in the city Monday as guest of Mrs WHOL Walker. Mrs Brown formerly lived at Sheritin and was a teacher at the Uridine Center school for eight years.
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Jounin Brown
Omaha
Nebraska
City
Whol Walker
Mise Brown
Sheritin
Uridine Center
Local boy tops grades at Camp Marlamont
J K Roberts Je wno has been attending summer school at Camp Markmont should feel proud of the record he has attained in nine weeks. He completed the entire Sixth grade and captured the championship medal among eighty students at the school. The Headlight extends congratulations to him on the splendid grades.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. EK. Roberts
Je Wno
Markmont
Sanl Marcon Academy
Lampasos
First Threshing of Rice Begins at Lissie District
The 1927 rice harvest opens in Obie district with J M Everitt threshing eight to ten barrels of Eady Wright at Lissie on Wednesday. Other crews include Thomas Bros and Winders cutting and stacking. Growers report a generally good average yield but weak market demand and limited sales locally. Farmers plan storage to avoid forced selling as harvest expands.
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Obie
Lissie
J. M. Evterite
Eady Wright
Everitt
Thomas Bros
Lady Wright
Gang Thuy
Professor Finds Fossil Bones at Columbus College Pit
AL and M professor Marc Pranels surveyed gravel pits at Columbus this week seeking prehistoric vertebrates in gravels. The visit included discussions with colleagues from nearby campuses, with notes on fossil ages and field methods.
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AL & M
Columbus
Marc Pranels
Veterinary Medica
Tess Ay & BL College
Cotam
Wajbetal
Miers
Javetlun
Wy Kuglivh
Av & M. College
Scio Scio Faculty Changes in Eagle Lake Schools
The Eagle Lake school board elected additional teachers and announced changes to the teaching core for the coming term. Miss Weldon Davis will teach in Tous tou, Vincettepille Krough will join the staff, Miss Mae Clark was elected for public school duties, and Mrs. Charles G. Syaneon will teach with new units in the teacher work. Annie Mae Engel and Lottie Vincent were also elected for history and grade positions respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagle Lake
Weldon Davis
Toustou
Vinnetpille Krough
Mer. Killough
Mae Clark
Ogeda
Nevriiske
Sehool Bard R
Diudie
Lve Club
Sie Willise
Charles G. Syaneon
Queorgetown
Annie Mae Engel
Austin
Misa Engel
State University
Lottie Vincent
Sealy High School
Texas University
Oldest Colored Citizen of Eagle Lake Dies at 100
Uncle Carroll Washington, possibly the area's oldest Black resident, died at his daughter's home at noon on Wednesday. He was about 100, born into slavery in Virginia and later with the Herbert family to Texas in 1853. He lived near Eagle Lake most of his life and leaves two sons and two daughters.
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Carroll
Washington
Tnelé Carroll
Engle Lake
Benadon
Cobus
le Lake
Texas
Mt Tuele Carrol
Government's Report Places Rice Estimate Less Than Last Year
Government report released yesterday notes rice production in 1922-23 is forecast at about 2,800,000 barrels, down from last year’s output. The estimate reflects smaller crops in key regions and affects overall supply expectations for the coming season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rey
Buile
Fires and weather disrupt town in late day panic
A windy afternoon sparked a large blaze near Lake Cell and caused disruptions as rain bands moved through. Residents, including Mr and Mrs Walney and their daughter, visited relatives while others planned weekend trips and noted the fire’s distant smoke and smoke plumes. The event followed disturbances and scattered social notices across Lakeside and Houston area, with regional gatherings and family visits listed.
Dey Weather Waving Bad Efvece On Cotton Crop
Extreme heat and drought have damaged cotton fields with many stalks dying in tunny and open bolls. Farmers report dry spells and a lack of moisture, while authorities say disease or poisoning is unlikely. A soaking rain would help revive the stalks and improve yields across the state. Some locals blame poison from the season, but officials contest this.
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Sime
Gayi
Season's first two rice lots offered for sale yesterday
The Texas Hice Growers' Association managers offered two rice lots yesterday afternoon. 2600 barrels of Early Prolific of Poole & Gertson and 5500 barrels of Lady Wright of Thomas Bros. & Wintermann were listed. Buyers from several milling companies attended, but no bids or prices were confirmed as of press time.
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Texas Hice Growers’ Association Livre
Chumney & von Lengerke
Poole& Gertson
Lady Wright
Thomas Bros. & Wintermann
Standard Rice Milling Company
Houston
Eagle Lake Rice Milling Company
Pritchard Rice Mil
Pfeffer Mill
Touston
Herder Rice Milling Company
Bay City
Tay City Rice Milling Company
Gress
Kellogg Corn Flakes Campaign A Success In Eagle Lake
Local readers report Kellogg Corn Flakes promotions boosted sales across Eagle Lake during the week. Grocery merchants sold out extra papers and customers filled coupon ads in Headlight efforts. Paring notes mention typhoid illness and social events as community chatter alongside open-air entertainment and hometown arrivals.
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Kellogg's
Eagle Lake
Boekman
Deng Star
B. AL Daily
J. F. Ulery
Ely
Tiro
Willimonger
Conpmtin
Crecinas
Ietlags Conpon
Thursday Bridge Club Sees Prize Won by Mrs Lands
The Thursday bridge afternoon saw Mrs M M Lands win the lab prize from two tables of players. Mrs B L Beckman earned the consolation prize. An iced course refreshment was served. Evlyn Tanda will host the club next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mex M. Lands
B. L. Beckman
Mixa Evelyn Tanda
Cement Sidewalk Expansion Near Main Street Addition
Over 600 feet of cement sidewalks will be laid along the full length of the Hud Of Main Home Sites addition as part of a new building project by L. D. Allen. He notes improvements aim to widen and straighten the highway approach, seeking assistance from the highway department to lower the grade. Local officials warn of dangerous ditch along the curve and urge action before more accidents occur, criticizing state and county representatives for neglect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. D. Allen
Malu
Allen
Colorado County
Highway Department
Eagle Lake Couple Married at Richmond
James O Brannin and Daphne Retherford wed in Richmond with Rev Solon Vole officiating. The couple, visiting from Eagle Lake, plan retirement near Eagle Lake after September, drawing praise from local friends.
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Eagle Lake
Richmond
James O'Brannin
Daphne Retherford
Solon Vole
O'Brannin
Shreveport
Louisiana
Ian Uy Eagle
Iit Peor
O'Brandon
Puebte Dil Oder Pola
Colorad
Hagle Lake
Beide
Ulery Undergoes Operation in Houston
Mrs J F L Ulery underwent a major operation in Houston yesterday. She stood the procedure well and is progressing as expected. Mr Vhage joined her at the hospital and returned home last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houston
FL Ulery
Wy Hospital
Ulery
Vhage Gene Otttlier
Truck Tire Blowout Teaches Finger Injury in Columbus Man
A Corintins sitter named Cleary Pachal sustained a severe injury to the left hand when a Virgo truck tire blew out during repairs. The incident occurred as the tire exploded, tearing Pachal's finger and causing significant damage.
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Finger OF Columbus
Cleary Pachal
Corintins
Pachal
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Big Drag Line
Gemmer & Tanner
Mrs, Little
J. J. Whatey
Company
Kathryn M'Kee
Mrs, Ellison
Camp Marlamont
J.M. Everitt
Thomas Bros. Bogan
Phe
Bennett
Toston
Mtr
Tequeth
Eltiwens
Honston
PoRtoMios
Mes
West- Woreland
Mra. Tlert
Carroll Washington
Bowe
Hovnwon
Barbieles
Smirky
Walney
Uttle
Test Sanday
Dats
Smothers
CG. Smith
C. Smothers
Lakeside
McElhinney
Ben Jr
San Antonio
Max M. Lands
Meyer CD, Nathan
Houstern
Kellogg
Brink Stephens Co
Vallice
J.B. Stalie
Boty
Mays
St. Laura
Chopin
Luckle
Misa Clarle LeKouel
Joe
New Orleans
Hurnee Kelso
Philonin Aire
Why Hanghter
Mavis Joy
Heside
Kelso
Miyy Esther Beol- Krenty
Puursday Bridge Club
Max Landa
L. D. Roberts
Wight
Marcos Amit
Howe Uys
Thos
Creu Roberts
Alending Unie Siu Mucus Academy
Sebwlck
Roberts
San Morens
Thas
Calior
Foqua, Jr
Herptech
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