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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1956
Page
7
Waddell, longtime migration observer, reports thousands of Pintail present as northerly winds bring birds south. Eastern Kingbirds and scissortails also move through bus area. The first fall shooting season opens September 1 with daily rounds from sunrise to sunset and a bag limit of fifteen birds.
Report from a symposium of federal and state waterfowl authorities says early fall rains could yield a very good duck and goose season for Texas hunters. After a strong migration last year, officials expect similar flights this fall with migrating teals seen in the Panhandle and white fronts at Eagle Lake.
The C Harrison herd in Dallas County leads Texas DHIA for milk and butterfat production in 1985 with 552 pounds per cow, surpassing the state average of 34 million pounds of milk and corresponding butterfat output. Bure made the F Ik production averaged over ds per cow with 40 percent butterfat. Also notes on visitors John Canaris of Dallas and the Radack brothers from Houston visiting local families.
Eagle Lake High School coach Ben Cobb calls all interested students to report Monday August 27 at 6:00 a.m. for equipment. After receiving gear, the Eagles begin twice daily practices ahead of the September 7 opener with Shiner. Cobb urges returnees to have physicals done before Monday if possible.
Ag. Comm. Jon C. White argues the soil bank favors surpluses over drought stricken Texans. Payments hinge on normal long term production, leaving farmers with crop failures little aid beyond token sums. Also notes Johnson County home demonstration clubs train drivers education and upcoming veterinary supplies at Joe D. Lana's Eagle Lake.
The E.F.H. Henry High School Blue Eagles football team will begin grid drills on Saturday September 1, reports James Gordon Jr, coach. They open their 1956 schedule on September 13 at Wharton. The first home game is September 21 against Pattison Here.
Local notices show Trades Day features Eagle Lake event to be broadcast territory wide. Davis Service Station relocates. Weather packs the area with strong winds and rain, causing heavy damage to crops and property, including a farmhouse fire near Eldridge and several injuries from violent incidents. Local barber shops cut prices as communities endure severe storm impacts.
A food sale sponsored by the women of the Lutheran Church will be held in the Texas Southeastern Gas Company building at 10 am on Saturday August 25. Delicious pies cakes bread kalaches and other foods will be available. Come early to stock up for the weekend.
In a lighthearted exchange Clem asks about a sick pig and Joe reveals giving a bag of sugar as a cure. Joe explains the sugar is a joke about sugar cured ham, sparking playful confusion between the two speakers.
Eagle Lake Rotarians heard Lieutenant John A. Tauer of Ellington Field describe the training for Air Force navigators and the role of modern navigation aids. He explained how aircraft can hit hidden targets in clouds or fog, improving safety from ground fire. He compared Eagle Lake to his hometown and noted the Air Force protection service to the nation. Arrangements were by Hal Fentreds, Miami chairman.
The Circle No.1 of the Women's Society of Christian Service at Cally Memorial Methodist Church met at the Home of Mrs. W.M. Spalinger with co hostesses Mrs. O Sinclair and Mrs. H.J. Cosgrove presiding in McCreary absence. Nineteen members attended as plans discussed for the District Education Seminar on September 10 and a Bible panel game followed by lime sherbet punch and cookies. Miss Janie Lee Sheridan of Houston visits grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Rupert Lange and great grandmother Mrs. J.D. Hopkins.
The Eagle Lake Quarterback Club met at Marx Drive Inn Cafe to kick off the year and seek record membership. Officers outlined plans for home gate help, parking and ticket roles, and two major events the All-Sports Banquet and Night Relays set for early next March. They also approved carnival efforts with the high school for Halloween and discussed constructing a track circle around the football field and upgrading field equipment. Roughly twenty members attended along with many women welcome to join.
Carolyn Sue Edwards daughter of E. E. Edwards of Jeanereth Louisiana and Larry Moss son of E. J. Moss of Rock Island were united in marriage at the bride’s parents home in Jeanerette at 7 30 p m Thursday August 16 The ceremony was by Reverend L M King of the Jeanerette Baptist Church The bride wore a navy dress with matching accessories and carried a white Bible with white carnations The bridal party included Mrs E T Johnson as matron of honor and E T Johnson as best man Out of town guests included Jo Ann Moss and Mrs J C Edwards among others The couple left for a short trip to New Orleans after a reception in the bride’s home
Hargrove Smith operated the Main Street hardware store featuring hardware, sports gear and gifts before becoming acting postmaster in Eagle Lake. The fixtures and stock were moved this week to Edna to join Arnold's Hardware, located across from the Rice Theatre.
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