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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1947
Page
7
A reminiscence blends memoir and journalism lore, tracing how a book about CP Moon and the Eastland crew emerged after decades. The piece muses on hard work, time, and the slower craft of writing, interwoven with vivid memories of simpler days and radio chatter.
The ladies of Christ Episcopal Church hosted at Mrs. AF Harbert’s home to honor Miss Lucy Minette Fitzgerald before her Sunday wedding. A gift was presented and a refreshing plate was served by the hostess.
The Eagle Lake Aces lost 5 to 1 at Memorial Park in Columbus last Sunday as Agricola and Polach shut down Eagle Lake after a nine run first inning. Kickler starred for Columbus with three hits while Duddleston and Spanihel traded blows on the mound until relief appeared. Weather hindered play with a 15 minute stoppage due to lace showers and a good turnout of spectators watched the late innings.
The Colorado River threatened lowlands near Austin prompting stockmen to move cattle and horses. The low water bridge on State Highway 71 at Columbus was closed early week but expected to reopen Thursday afternoon as weather clears. A crop along the riverbottoms near Eagle Lake appeared saved from flood damage.
State oil news reports activity in Colorado County with Shell Oil No. 1 J. H. Hudson at 11,802 feet producing 79.7 barrels of 53.6 gravity condensate daily plus 2,177,000 cubic feet of gas. Perforations at 8882-90 5998-34 and 8949-87 feet. Sinclair Prairie No. 1 Heinsohm Unit drilling below 8800 feet. Ohio Oil No. 1 Nada Unit drilling after test at 6195-6215 feet with about 700 feet of oil cut water. Tide Water Associated Oil No. 2 Albert cleaning into pits at 9520-30 feet with five barrels per hour through a 10-64 inch choke.
Louisiana farmers call for protest against seed payments. Telegrams to Texas Arkansas and Mississippi Farm Bureau leaders invite an informal gathering in Shreveport to back a 45 000 member push to press Agriculture Secretary. Current offers stand at 65 per ton down from 72 last year under OA control, with a jump to 100 after OA ended.
Public health officials note immunization lowers diphtheria rates in Texas, with 1500 plus cases last year. Experts urge vaccination for babies at six months and for older children, plus follow up with Schick test at six months post toxoid. Safe, effective protection aims to prevent deaths and reduce disease.
The August 1947 bulletin reports the South Texas Press Association urging members to share information on county financial report publication as required by Texas law. Colorado County officials published the 1946 year end financial statement in The Weimar Mercury The Colorado County Citizen and the Eagle Lake Headlight on March 28.
Local social notes describe Mrs Dewey Gerstenberg hosting a nuptial party to honor her great niece Miss Peggy Jane Reel who will wed in September. The gathering at the Gerstenberg home starts at 8 o clock this Friday evening as part of wedding preparations.
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