Eagle Lake Mourns Its First War Casualty
The community of Eagle Lake grieves as WM. LEE STAPLETON, age 20, the town’s first World War II casualty, is described as a beloved son and church member. The report notes his volunteering at 18, his family’s sorrow, and the local church’s support while detailing the family’s search for further details and assurances from officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WM. Lee Stapleton
Eagle Lake
Lee Sripletom
Amon
USNR
Maths Lake
Yarment
Stepletor
Esis
Soewe
Ath
Randall Jacobs
Rede
Ether
Ieee
Bill
Registration of 18 Year Old Start Saturday
The notice outlines 1942 registration for 18 year olds born in various date ranges. It lists specific weekly windows from December 11 to December 31 1942 and designates the Colorado County Local Board as the registration authority.
Laughlin Hospital Patient Roll This Past Week
The Laughlin Hospital lists all patients by unit. Surgical patients include Robert Brown and Lissie. medical patients include G. M. Buchman, Diamatised Chas Ludwig, George F. Krider, and city designation. the Colored Unit notes Ruby Upson in Altair surgical.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laughlin Hospital
Robert Brown
Lissie
G. M. Buchman
Chas
Ludwig
George F. Krider
City
Ruby Upson
Altair
Mansfield Views on Gas and Rubber Rationing
Special correspondence reveals Congressman J. J. Mansfield’s candid stance on gasoline and rubber rationing. He argues rationing could harm transportation, limiting road use and favoring rail, while supporting government control of rubber for the war effort but questioning gasoline restrictions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. J. Mansfield
E. 0. Taulbeé
Bay City Chamber of Commerce
Congressman Mansfield
Taulbee
Mansfield
Funeral rites for Mrs Mary Herder held in Weimar
Funeral services for Mrs Mary Herder were conducted in Houston at 10:30 a.m. followed by a burial in Weimar at 3 p.m. Thursday. Survivors include daughters Mrs Mary De Gait and Mrs Olive Dixon Allen and multiple grandchildren. The obsequies drew many Eagle Lake friends and was led by Christian Science reader Miss Julia Runge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Terdern
Morder
Wile Trims
Tiotstan
Allo
Wa Hausten
Sen
Mande EL
Mer Af
Dy de Gait
Fon
Yey
Gorge Hever
Mien Henson
Agridnies Horder HS
Oh Highstom
den Terder
Weinar
Indehidren
Mary Sue Hanks
Olive Dixon Allen
Houston
J. Lee Johnson
S. S. White
Bruce WoMeCarty
Clarence By Stephens
J. Ho McCreary
J. E. Carey
Wo ML Womack
McRee. Meeker Emanuel Roos
Eh Tenlicens
Polling Places Set for Cotton Marketing Quota Referendum
In Colorado County twelve polling locations will host the December 12 vote on the cotton marketing quota. AAA Chairman Leppin notes increased ballot boxes to ease wartime voting, with sites at Weimar New Bielau Oakland Frelsburg Garwood Nara Exyske Lake Santa Anna Bernardo Matthews Columbus Osage from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colonie
Cher
CoCo Teleime Nara
Seth Ayaele
AAA
Leppin
Colorado County
Tomom
Plac Weimar
New Bielau
Oakland
Frelsburg
Garwood
Nara
Exyske Lake
Santa Anna
Bernardo
Matthews
Columbus
Osage
Tin Can Collection Reminder Promotes Santa Claus Cleanup
Mayor W E Welford announces Tuesday December 8 as the next tin can collection day urging everyone to place tins on the front curb for visibility. He calls on eating places apartment occupants and housewives to cooperate in a community Santa Claus cleanup effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. E. Welford
Important Notice Coupon Holders For Vehicle Use
All holders of coupons for md tor vehicle use must in ink on the reverse note the license number fleet ignition or Certificate of War necessity number identifying the vehicle. Non-Highway or bulk coupon holders must note their name and address on the reverse. You may not accept damaged coupons.
Sheriff Locates Ray McFall in Baton Rouge
Sheriff Lee tracks Ray McFall to Baton Rouge Louisiana after a prior robbery case. The report notes McFall’s alleged involvement in multiple crimes and mentions related warrants and arrests in California and Louisiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheriff Lee
Ray McFall
Baton Rouge, la
Frances Schmitt Rites Held After Funeral
Frances Schmitt 62 who lived at Meat and attended St Rochs Church died Friday after long illness. Funeral services were held Saturday at 3 PM with burial, survivors include five daughters and four grandchildren, plus sisters and brothers. The McCr Funeral Home handled arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frances Schmitt
Mily
Bettie Deshagn
Eagle Lake
Bratiers
Albina
Cleslowie
Ganado
Annie Sodolak
Lepok
Wallis
Mike Orchard
Willie
Vick Drynur
Anton Deymalin
Bernarda
Schilliaghoy New
Calenmuliy County
The
Rev J W E Airey Father Succumbs
Funeral services for E W Airey senior were held in Natchitoches with Rev J W E Airey present at his father’s deathbed. The pastor’s son survived by wife Lara Egan Airey and was noted as a Mason postmaster who promoted masonry in Louisiana. his father was a Confederate cavalry captain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E.W. Airey
Christ Episcopal , Church
Natchitoches
Liv
Airey
Lara Egan Airey
Masonic Lodge
Louisiana
Cotton Farmers To Vote on Quotas This Saturday
Cotton farmers will cast ballots Saturday December 12 to decide marketing quotas and floor price for raw cotton under the quota plan. Otto C Leppin chairman Colorado County AAA Committee notes that OPA ceiling on finished goods sets caps on raw cotton. a floor is not set, with loans at 90 percent parity only effective if quotas pass. Twelve polling places will be set up for eligible producers to vote yes or no on the price and quota plan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otto C. Leppin
Colorado County Aaa
OPA
Omr Leppin
Colorful Coach Wins Wide Publicity In Local Sports Scene
A colorful coach dominated headlines as his career highlights drew attention from major outlets. The piece traces his path from Austin College to Greenville and beyond, noting state title runs and key moves through Texas programs to Vanderbilt Temple and back, with vivid descriptions of coaching style and notable plays.
Farmers urged to intensify scrap search at year end
Article urges American farmers to intensify search for scrap before year end. Mentions Coach Bireksxon and various school and naval district programs aiming to mobilize boys for physical education and public displays to support the war effort. Describes upcoming shows, public notices, and community actions to boost patriotism and resource gathering.
Dr A S Tjaden Opens New Clinic Location
Dr A S Tjaden announces a new clinic location and hospital readiness. The article notes a transition period and plans to begin accepting patients at the new facility on Wednesday, December 8.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. S. Tjaden
News From Uncle's Boys In Service Here And Abroad
Warrant Officer: Mr and Mrs M D Nathan receive a letter from their son Cpl Louis Nathan notifying them of his promotion to Warrant Officer at Camp Howze. News from Camp Butner reports Martin receiving an advancement and arriving at Camp Butner NC. Cpl Frederick Priesmeyer at Fort Sam Houston gains two promotions in two weeks, first to PFC then to Corporal. Pvt Robert Campbell continues duties at Sheppard Field Wichita Falls as per his mother’s letters. Harold Sundberg sworn as Air Corps Cadet and awaiting call. Seaman Second Class Chas E B Walker writes from San Diego that he is climbing and is now Seaman Second. Cpl Robert Samuel Martin thrilled with service in the Mediterranean and recounts experiences with Knickerbocker News. Fort Thanksgiving notes William X Presmeyer stationed at Foster Field Victoria. Petty Officer Third Class Walker returns to San Diego after a vacation with family. Billy Marta expected home for holidays after a yearlong assignment in Portland. Tough Blington spends the day with guests returning by bus. Continued in Page Fives
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas
Walker
San Diego
Uncle Sam
Southern Union Gas Company Formation and Asset Transfers
The local gas firm merges into Southern Union Gas Company. It liquidates First Mortgage boats and 240,584 shares of common stock to settle debts of the constituent firms, including Texas Southwestern Gas Company. The assets will be operated under the Southern Union Gas Company name in the South Toss District.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fess
Rye Bay
Rishar
CIA Phangan
Lew Moweo
Boehetn
Cees Company
Phan Choe
Autostater
Gia Cottey
Ploet
Toeieles
Texas South
Deserved Tribute To High School Band And Coach
The high school band and coach earned praise for dedication amid travel limits this season. Highlights occurred at Richmond and El Campo where the Eagle Lake Band staged formations and field shows while the team faced transport challenges. Drum-majorettes and flag twirlers added to the marching prestige throughout wins and losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hiowever
Richmond
Eagles
Alan
Christmas Dance Saturday in Ke Texas
A brief notice notes a Christmas Dance set for Saturday December 26 in Ke Texas. The item mentions Lee and a couple with a $1.50 fee and references federal authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
Lee ‘Blue Jackets
Also Mentioned on This Page
Mile
Apeak
Connie
Colorado County Local Board
Otis
Columbtes
Mr. Taulbee
Union Pacific
Congress
Mary Herder
Weimar
Fcourbeins
Sédsigr
Duncan
Mike
Sherif Ley
Ray McPall
Basan
Rene
Teo
California
Mehl
Bain
Roupe
Sune
Bedjamin
Neel
Mrs
Francis Prynnathnn
Johioelle
M. Closhayie
Don Sopsehak
J. W. E. Airey
Dilly Press
Multe Brnleit
Gust
Hones Menon
Telat Menvy
Jay
Austin Collene
Greenville Tigh
Eames
Ray Morrison
S. M. U. Couel
Vanderbilt
Temple
Prom
Leuniis
Maine
Oblahama
Drake
Bireksxon
Weldon
Austin Thes Pier
Our Torah Tieatie
Mary
Otiers
Benerab
Lenin
Ately
Metiateeereliig
Neil Arisdnatin
Das Bien AG
Karmer
Eerie Hanen
Helmin
M.D. Nathan
Cpl
Louis Nathan
Camp Howne, Gainess Itherates
Camp Butner
Martin
N.C
Frederick Prigsmeyer
Fort Sam Houston
Pfe
Priesmeyer
Sheppard Field
Robert Campbell
Wichita Falls
R. C. Singles
Mediterranean
Robert Samuel Martin
Amea
Bygland
Knickerbocker
Mate Mane
Mediterranea
Africa
Tome Fort
William X. Presmeyer
Foster, Field
Victoria
Cali
Jin
My.ard
Raimorous
Billy Marta
Portland
Oregon
Blington
Austinton
Guess
Chenge
Southern Union Gas Company
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!