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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1946
Page
1
The city embraces the holiday season with red and green lights in the Asia district and decorated Christmas trees in homes. Interviews highlight seasonal arrangements and street decorations. Columbus city sponsors school band diicers, and the courthouse hosts the Tree of Lights service as residents await more indoor and outdoor displays next week.
A H Day dies in San Antonio on Wednesday with burial planned for his wife who passed away years ago. Many Eagle Lake friends will join family members in the city for the funeral services. A complete obituary will be provided in the Headlight columns next week.
Bill Foster from Rochester Indiana suffered injuries in an October 31 auto accident. He was moved to St Eliza Nal in Chicago and is out of danger and slowly improving. He will need support from friends and family during recovery at home and in hospital care.
A regional contest will feature El CaumpoTo against Lockhart in a decisive match for regional leadership. The two teams meet after early rounds, with both sides seeking a critical victory to claim the regional title.
Construction began on a pipeline from Chesterville to a refinery as Magnulie Petroleum and Wie at the Ten E Gas Transmission Co plan a booster line. Superior Oil reports delays and abandoned drills as Altair field activity shifts toward new gas development and potential IRE plant construction near Sheridan.
W Reed and W Albrecht represented Eagle Lake at a Freeport meeting of the South Texas Chambers of Commerce. A luncheon preceded the event. Eagles Lake expects to host next February when regional representatives gather with the Eagle Lake Rotary Club for a combined meeting at Belelthon.
Harry B. Tanner father of Miss Edith Tanner former Eagle Lake teacher and Alice instructor died at his Columbus home Friday November 25. He was buried in Columbus with the Episcopal pastor of Wharton officiating. Survived by wife son Harry Tanner Jr and daughter. Community sadness expressed.
The step mother of Joe Koudelka Sr. died Sunday near Praha Engie. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 9 o clock in the morning at the Catholic Church in Praha with burial in Shen bul f. Mrs Koudelka was years old.
A brief obituary notes the death in California of Gelif Brasher, mother of Mrs. Ben Hodge of Mayar View. The notice expresses deep regret and identifies the family relation.
Dr J Ben Johnson announces new offices on the second floor of the First Teletons Bank Building in Eagle Lake. Renovations are under way and equipment will be installed promptly. He will begin seeing patients next week with office hours 1 to 5 pm. Johnson, a jeweler, watch repairer and optician, has spent 22 years in the trade locally and will continue serving the community.
The J B Smith Company mailed a four page Growlars circular advertising many Christmas gift values. It showcases ideas for men women and children with items from Arrow Shirts to dress shirts and raincoats. Displays feature window scenes and a central display of practical gifts for every family member.
The Headlight expresses sympathy to Rev M F Reynolds as D B Reynolds, father of the pastor, dies in Geaumont at Municipal Hospital after a stroke and several illnesses. Survived by his wife, daughter Mrs Key Heegg, two sons, D W Reynolds and Key Reynolds, and grandchildren. Funeral held at Hobirty Kuneret Home in Beaunwnt with Amelia Methodist Church involvement. Reynolds was a Texas native born November 24, 1877, in Bivsburg.
A very large crowd of farmers and landowners attended the Eagle Lake Implement Co event featuring John Deere offerings. Managers and John Deere representatives from Houston and Dallas showcased up to date farm equipment and methods, followed by a humorously produced short scene and a Windjammer story, with cold drinks and a holiday display.
Ohio Theatre management announces extended matinee times starting Monday the 16th through January 1st with shows beginning at 3 o'clock. Doors open at 2:43 p.m. Christmas shoppers can relax and enjoy a motion picture program featuring top ranking pictures, including God's Country Swamp Fire and Holiday in Mexico. School children will be invited to the Cole Theatre during afternoon and evening hours.
The Blair Studio of Rosenberg Texas offers a special enlarged portrait promotion with a small minimum order. A studio representative is at the Ramsey Hotel Tuesdays and Fridays from 9 am to 5 pm to discuss picture needs and guarantee satisfaction.
Chector My Geenge has accepted a position as operator at Southwestern Telephone Company, marking a personnel change in the local switchboard and indicating ongoing staff adjustments within the utility.
The Eagle Lab Chapter of the Eastern Star invites members and guests to its annual Christmas party at the Masonic Hall. The event promises enjoyment and charm as part of the chapter’s year end activities.
A new jewelry business opens on the second floor of the 1st National Bank Building, replacing Dr Johnson’s long-running shop. Mr and Mrs Lyon, former Biloxi hotelkeepers, bring diamonds, watches, silverware, and a modern watch repair shop with advanced defect detectors to Rawle Lake area.
A large crowd of delegates from Bay City Wharton Columbus Campo Rock Island Shriden Boling Newgulf Pataetes and other towns gathered Tuesday for the Colorado Baptist Association meeting at the First Baptist Church in Hogan. Rev L W Crouch presided as associational missionary and Rev M F Dellar of Sheridan delivered the message. Other speakers included Rev Lester Stowe Leslie Glaze Mua Ty man and Rev Rayford Harris. The Baptist Women’s Missionary Union of Eagle Lake served a noon chicken supper. An afternoon board meeting closed the all day program which began at 10 o’clock with many visitors staying for part of the day.
County Red Cross officers hear field representative Miss Alma Johnson at a county court room meeting in Clinibus on Tuesday evening December 4. J. H. Langston presents acknowledgments as the chapter notes foreign aid from the British Red Cross and St John. Recognition for hospital supplies during the war is given to several involved individuals and groups.
The A B Store under the guidance of Lockwood launches a weekly half page advertisement in the Headlight for 32 weeks. The plan promotes sales, weekly menus, and value while highlighting customer service and improved store offerings at Eagle Lake location.
About 70 members of a Presbyterian congregation gathered in the Sunday School room on the first Friday evening for a buffet supper with azalea decorations. The program featured Rev. Mario F. Reynolds and Mr. Dwight A. Sharp of Houston delivering a message on "The Christian Home at Christmas" followed by carol singing.
Students of Eagle Lake Schools will recess for Christmas holidays starting December 20. Christmas parties are planned for Friday afternoon December 24. Classes resume Monday January 3 with New Year’s Day designated as a holiday for students and staff.
Columbus prepares for a regional contest as the team and supporters anticipate a home and away schedule junction. Multiple names and teams appear in fragments, including Sibley Giddens and Yorkiowsy Dye, with tickets promised at local outlets for Saturday night events.
Local advisory board reports renewed fundraising for a community swimming pool with donations to the American Legion Swimming Pool Fund. A parcel of land donated by local residents is prepared for construction. a Christmas automobile giveaway has been postponed to early spring 1947 as funds and land value are assessed.
The Eagle Lake Rotary Club will host its annual Christmas party next Tuesday evening at the school gymnasium. President Wallace Lindsay urges Rotarians to have their shirts in by 7 15. Entertainment includes Buster Dees and partner, readings by Mrs Nickels, and music from local accompanists.
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