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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1971
Page
1
A community drive called Santa's Kitchen Sale for the Eagle Lake Library project runs Friday at the Eagle Insurance Agency. Organizers, led by The Stin Tub founder, seek funds and gifts to complete construction and furnish a public library, with local groups pledging ongoing support.
Police report a burglary at Miller Grocery on Main Street in Eagle Lake Saturday night. Entry was gained through a glass window. burglars stole about 13 cartons of cigarettes and around $100 in change from a cash box. They escaped via a back door, leaving a key and a tainted apron tag. fingerprints and footprints are being pursued. Authorities suspect the same group attempted another break-in at the House of Fairies.
A Columbus district court judge ruled on custody of Roy Shores after a contentious hearing. The pounding dispute involved the mother and father, with attention to the child's welfare and possible visitation arrangements. The decision directed a custody arrangement and ongoing reviewing terms for both parents.
A man near Wels faced a sequence of events leading to a serious incident. Police said the case involves multiple locations and unclear motives. Investigators are reviewing footage and interviewing witnesses to determine exact timelines and responsible parties.
Colly Church will present Christmas Cantata Carols of Christmas at 4130 Vfeliek om Muay afternesy December. Jane Larens leads with Mylihews organist. The program features songs and chancel pieces. Cast includes Bester Anderson Luayne Jensen Ophetta Woven and Dan Thernton. About 40 minutes with seven members assisting.
Raider Booster Club schedules a Wednesday gathering on December 15 urging members to attend. The note mentions a plan related to a concession stand and fundraising, with officials seeking active participation from attendees.
New paper sale notice announces Dygle Luxe Headlight copies available Wednesdays at G. K. Byer Sunnyside Grocery Columbus. Price listed as 15 cents each.
The fragment hints at a poetic scene where night and sunset mingle in a tranquil, pleasing mood. It references evenings to behold the sun and a gentle, lyrical tone. Extra readable phrases suggest a reflective, nature oriented piece.
Rice coaches and KEI plan a December 21 benefit football game. Those interested should contact campus officials James Boudreaux or Richard Holloway at 234-3734 or LW Apeeit at 384-2268. Raider band and twirlers will perform. coaches have lined up players including Gene Waik- Qvisk as marterbeck.
The Bugle Lakes post office announces extended Saturday lobby hours to accommodate Christmas shoppers. On December 18 the lobby will open later from 4:30 PM to 12:00 PM, with daytime hours adjusted on Saturdays. regular hours remain 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
The Cogle Lac Jaycees launched their annual Christmas tree sale to raise funds for a community service project in Kagie Lake. Trees include green varieties with flecked or sprayed options and arrangements from Canaria Wurcery and Garden Centar, located near West Main across from Eagle Lake Partner Co.
Sheridan Lions invite local businesses and residents to enter the Yuletide lighting contest. Prizes total 28 dollars in three places with 1st 18 dollars and 2nd 8 dollars and 3rd 2 dollars for originality, fantasy, and religious decorations.
The Eagle Lake Rotary Club will hold its annual Christmas party at the Eagle Lake Community Center at 7:00 p.m. next Monday. The program by Rice High School music department directed by Floyd Spenrath will entertain members and guests. A large turnout is expected.
Oscar Miller owner of the Miller Grocery of Sseie Lake lost a complete day last week when he blanked out and was unable to recollect duties. He began returning to the store after hospitalization and family notes suggest he will resume work soon.
Sheriff sale to satisfy delinquent taxes on thirty eight Highland Park subdivision lots in Eagle Lake. Auction conducted on courthouse steps in Columbus from 10 am to 4 pm with bids first announced for tax delinquency arrears. McCreary and Huey attorneys coordinate the sale for Colorado County.
A 13 year old Gene Hallmark was seriously wounded at a hunting camp on the Rugh Wilson Ranch when a Houston hunter, Harry Lane, unloaded a .45 m.m. rifle causing a slug to strike Hallmark in the chest. He was taken to Columbus Hospital for treatment and later moved to Herman Hospital in Houston. The county sheriff’s office investigated and said the boy’s condition was improving as of Tuesday afternoon.
Police report a break in at the Rank residence on Oil Speskville Road during early hours Tuesday. About $170 in cash vanished from an unlocked freezer in the home while the family slept. No suspects named, investigation underway.
Soraing Sit By Miller tests recollections in a candid conversation collection.
Twelve top boys basketball teams from the Rice area compete December 16 17 and 18 in the annual Ried Daya Basnat Wall tournament at Bass et. The schedule opens with Columbus vs Lamar Consolidated at 9 30 a.m. and Wharton vs Newville at 10 30 a.m. Klein vs Cuero at 11 00 a.m. Brenham and Bu ling meet at 6 40 p.m. Rouen vs Edna at 4 00 p.m. The Heidera host Sealy Tigers play at 9 30 p.m. in the late slot. Action resumes Friday December 18 at 10 a.m with hourly games through 10 p.m. Semifinals start Saturday at 10 a.m. Final rounds begin at 3 30 p.m. The event is seen as a premier boys tournament in the area and is open to area teams for full participation.
Ballots to elect four new Eagle Lake Chamber of Commerce directors were mailed. Members must return by 2:30 p.m. Thursday December 16 either by mail or in person to the chamber office. A special board meeting will canvass the election returns and plan Santa Claus arrival for December 14 from 2 to 4 p.m. Incumbent terms expiring December 31 include Louis J. Muzny, Glen Locktier, Train Wegentort, and Mrs 0. L. Mio.
Santa will arrive by helicopter at the Eagle Lake Municipal Building for a community Christmas event Saturday. From 2 to 4 p.m. he will speak with children and distribute goodies in the first annual Eagle Lake Chamber of Commerce celebration.
Virginia Uptall owner of Verall's Wollets in Eagle Lake announces a Christmas Open House starting December 8 to celebrate her third anniversary. The event invites all to view holiday arrangements and decorations with daily refreshments and a chance to win valuable prizes in a drawing on December 1.
Weimar man Was 31 year old Wei Fee Tan died in a road crash on Farm tobar Kot Rost Ye road north of Walmar at about 10 5 p m Sunday. Lawrence E Pavlik also died in a separate vehicle crash on Ootaharath US Highway Patratmay Hay Hedotson of Columbus investigated. Justice H W Haase of Welmar ruled the death an accident. The fatality was the tenth in the county this year on Highways.
Garwood and Nada exchange numbers will be ready this weekend and distributed through City offices First National Bank Chamber of Commerce Headlight building and other local businesses. Eagle Lake Chamber approved free listings for Garwood and Nada numbers for interested residents. Garwood exchange numbers appeared late in local directories after a no toll service began between Eagle Lake and Garwood.
A series of road and grading contracts totaling over 52.5 million dollars were awarded across Austin, Colorado, and other counties. Projects include new road widening from Eagle Lake to Market Head, grading for a farm to market route in Colorado County, and a 8.6 mile extension toward Sealy with engineer Clarence A. Wiese directing. Estimated durations range from 25 to 70 working days.
Rain from Wednesday to Sunday raises 1971 statewide rainfall to about 37.35 inches, with city area reports up to eight inches. Lake side erosion plant logged 9.24 inches for the period, irrigation river plant 2.75 inches, and year totals compare to a ten year average.
Fragmented report details burglars obtaining two rifles and a shotgun at a Weimar address. Text includes garbled phrases about a cattle company and air conditioning unit, with unclear time frames and additional names.
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