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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1966
Page
1
Churches announce a busy Christmas season with a Lutheran program on December 23 and a church wide service on Christmas Eve. Colly Chapel will host a Christmas Eve service at Christ Church, inviting the community to gather for worship and celebration.
Longtime assistant at First National Bank of Bagie, Miss Johnson, retires after a quarter century of service. Colleagues feasted with a reception, her corsage, and gifts, as we celebrate her dedication and wish her happiness in retirement.
A local notice promotes a free Christmas show at Rice on Saturday at 10 30 AM for patrons of Lin Mayre featuring Marvin and a heat ming act. Includes children’s program and a Christmas supper, with shows and a morning matinee, a birthday cake, and a cake sale.
Post office lobby hours are extended daily until 3 30 p m on December 17 and December 24. The lobby at Lake Post Office remains open to receive and handle mail duties through the holiday period, aiding customers who need stamp purchases and parcel services.
Burglars attempted break ins at three Elmwood businesses on McCurly Street in downtown on Saturday morning. Police investigated two other nearby sites and found no entry, while disruptions included door damage and raided storefronts. no injuries reported.
Ministers met in the pavied hall of fepiscipal church to elect officers for 1967. Elected were President Rev Homer Wols Envier President Pastor Mitrey Gregor and Secretary Rev Irvin Kerackw. They will take office January with other officers including Rev Tom Ki nccient Rev Homer Vier Taha and Rev Ba Mule Weimy Weiry.
Bennie Brasher of this city was seriously wounded when shot through both legs by Alton Ray Matura in a drive by shooting on a Christmas eve. A deputy and his wife witnessed the incident near Lissie at around 9 00 pm. Brasher received treatment at Laughing Hospital where doctors faced a blood shortage and arranged a transfer of donor blood from Houston. Matura fled but was later arrested in Maturaischa County after a failed pursuit toward Altair. Officials report Brasher may have a lengthy recovery while the assailant faces charges.
Eagle Lake residents react with sorrow as council member Mann dies aged 31 after a months confinement. Mann, a longtime community figure, served on the city council and was active in local life, with ties to Missouri and the University of Missouri before moving to Eagle Lake.
The Garwood Lions and partners sponsor a Christmas licking contest in Garwood communities with CP contributing 89 for the contest. Three prize pools total 1250 for first, 750 for second, and a third prize. Entries and details to be announced with a December 14 event. Lewtoy J. Crnand, president of the Garwood Lions, announced the plan.
The Eagle Lake Board of Education met last night appointing an eight member textbook committee to make recommendations. Uniforms and choir robes, previously used by the school band, were sold to Mt Olive Baptist Church for a total of 10 dollars. The school calendar holiday dates were adjusted with the Rice term ending and a move to a later date in spring.
Leonard, reported AWOL from the Armed Forces, fled to Houston with a stolen vehicle after a crash near Ramsey on FM 609. A passing motorist detained him and police, with military authorities, moved to Fort Polk Louisiana for transfer.
Twelve railroad cars loaded with grain were derailed on a Santa Fe Freight Train near Eagle Lake. The accident damaged tracks and wagons, with grain scattered and piles of sorghum grain sifted around the site. Affected yards and lines required inspection and repair. no injuries reported.
The county courthouse announces closure for New Year holidays and Christmas period with special holiday hours. Offices will be closed December 24 26 and January 2. staff will observe New Year’s Day. Public notices reference shifts in service and commissioner attendance.
A Philippine missionary, formerly a student in the Philippines, will speak at Find Baptist Church on Wednesday. He studied at Oklahoma THis University and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ollathonta. The speaker, invited by local leaders, will discuss faith and liberty. attendance is encouraged.
County officials held hearings on proposed pay raises with no opposition voiced. The commission plans to adopt changes at the court session and raise salaries proportionately to other county positions. Health Officer Dr Yowens and staff commented on funding, with observers present. a salary plan is being refined.
Lake City council approved a reduction in Tele Co service charges, authorizing the rate cuts for the Southwestern Best Telephone Co. Parking and traffic rules were tightened with new stop and violation signs planned. The vote included authorizing enforcement measures and bike or vehicle traffic limits during the Christmas season.
The bank announces new microfilm and posting machines to streamline operations in the accounting department. Led by president William, the upgrade aims to improve record handling, reduce errors, and speed customer service as Barbara Bolton joins the staff as a new assistant in the department.
Parish event at Guadalupe Hall hosted by The Apler to raise funds for the Catholic Church parish. Dance begins Saturday night. Admission is $1.00 per person with a per family or group invite price mentioned.
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