Removal of Passenger Trains 5 and 6 Between Houston and El Paso
Texas Railroad Commission reviews formal request by Texas and Southern Pacific lines to discontinue passenger trains 5 and 6, the Argonaut, between Houston and El Paso. If approved, freight and package services may shift. officials cite declining ridership since World War II and rising losses. A Feb 5 hearing is scheduled to determine current operating figures and revenue impacts.
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Toe Vexss
Cirjeans
Bes Med Appiicaten
Texas
Conueteston
Eit Packeges
ASP Qynkesmen
Teno B
U. S
Rairoid Commissee
Rasset
SP Officials Deny Plans to Take Up SAP Tracks
Southern Pacific Railroad company officials in Eagle Lake on Wednesday denied plans to take up the SAP tracks extending from Eagle to Hallettsville. The Chamber of Commerce has activated a plan tied to railroad revenue concerns, but district manager says no action is planned. The SAP track serves freight shipments for oil, vegetables, grain, and livestock from Hallettsville, Altair, and neighboring areas.
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Southern Pacific Railroad Company
Eagle Lake
3A.P
Toeight
Sheridan
Hallettsville
Altair
Rock Talantasi
Santa Claus to Visit J B Smith Co Store
Santa Claus to make two personal appearances at the J B Smith Company Store this Sunday afternoon. He will bring gifts of candy for children and greet all the little ones as he hands out Christmas treats.
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Gatita Claus
J. 3 Smith Company
Sant Clane le
Sante
Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Adkins Celebrate Golden Wed
Mr and Mrs J W Adkins of ill honored as they mark their golden wedding anniversary with family and friends gathered over the weekend.
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Mrs. J. W. Adkins
A LINE OF SUNSHINS COMES WITH PSALM VERSE
A brief religious line proclaims joy in heaven and earth before the Lord, citing Psalms 96.11 as a call to rejoice and gladness.
Christmas Day Wishes From a Gracious Note
A brief holiday greeting blessing readers with peace and joy for themselves and their loved ones and wishing them the merriest Christmas Day possible.
Consolidated Fund To Elect Officers At Beet Jan
The Eagle Lake Consolidated Fund will hold its annual meeting at the Shell Out Company office on Highway 90 A. Friday at 7 30 p m announced R P Spanibel this week. A full report will be made of the financial drive and officers for the 1968 year will be elected. All interested citizens are urged to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagle Lake Consolidated Fund
Shell Out Company
Spanibel
Ettend
City Churches Plan Christmas Events and Services
Churches in Bogle Lake and Listk schedule Christmas programs and services December 22nd to 25th. First Presbyterian promotes Sunday School pageant December 24 at 9:00 am. Christ Episcopal holds Nativity on the lawn December 22 from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Christmas Eve Eucharist and self heated Communion at 10:00 am. Christmas morning services noted by Parke Smith. Colly Memorial Methodist to present annual Christmas program December 22 at 7:00 pm with a tree in Fellowship Hall. First Baptist to host Christmas tree program December 25. Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church features Santa Claus, Christmas Eve mass, and parish events. Evangelical United Brethren plans a Choir program with Nativity on December 22 at 7:45 pm. Eagle Lake Mission Church to stage Christmas pageant and tree lighting on December 8:00 pm.
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Bogle
Lake
Listk
Firet Presbytering
Anna) Christas
Christ Episcopal Churchs
Christ Episcopal Chur
Jehum
Cheney
Parke Smith
Colly
Colly Memorial
Charles ‘Walton
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
A. W. Didnar
Parirch
Tnited Brethren Church of
Lisbe
Idreg Tama
Alida Jes
Eagle Lake Mission
Hoke
Next Week Events in Eagle Lake Community Center
A string of town events lists Kiwanis dance for teens at 9 30 pm December 12 with the Kiwanis Club hosting at the Community Center and the Modernaires Orchestra performing. PTA meeting December 19 at the high school auditorium charges 25 cents? The Christmas dance December 21 features John Sullivan Orchestra. December 22 family reunion at the Community Center. December 27 youth formal dance ends the month with Bill Cummings Orchestra at 10 30, 12:30.
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Kivianie Club
Sormunity Center
Kiwanis Club
Pam
Moderniaires -Grchestre
PTA
Soeet
Sai
Montesiimo
John Sullivan
Ratna Bitta
Sun
Dee
Bill Cummings
Christmas Program At Garwood School
Garwood High School presents an all school Christmas program tonight at 7:30 in the gym. The band and choir perform special Christmas music and an all-school play titled The Doubting Shepherd of Judah featuring the Choral group.
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Garwood High School
Twill
Scimal Kymurasium
No.1 Wells At Altair Plugged As Dry Hole
British-American’s No. 1 Robert Wells Jr. well, about ten miles northwest of Altair, was abandoned after indications suggested possible production. Drilled to 5200 feet with a 10.0 test and varied results, the well failed to achieve production. Associates Monahan Uhre and John Mayo/Mashecher handled operations for Texas Company amid nearby activity at Mostacher’s No. 1 and other sites.
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Robert Wells, Jr
Altair
Cochfield
Mostacher
Rowean
Monahan Uhre Rifles
Albegi
Ferigation Company
John Mayo
Robert Mashecher
Texas Company
Hunble
Houston Man Dies After Truck Wreck Saturday Morning
Booker T Gibson of Houston died from injuries after being thrown from a pickup truck in a crash at the intersection of Highway 90A and FM 2033 near Eagle Lake. He died at Laughlin Hospital after aiding two others. the wreck occurred just outside the city limits, with investigation and differing liability questions.
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Booker T. Gibson
Houston
Texas
Loughlin Hospital
Gibson
Sun
G. W. Ready
Readerpart
James Adams
Eagle Lake
Laughlin Hospital
Ready
Cho FP
Gideon
St.a
Epps' Store Plans Move and Holiday Closure
Epps' Department Store will close December 26 through January 1 during moving to a new location adjacent to the furthest store wire on the enar side of the city square. The First National Bank recently purchased the Golf building and will be included in expansion. The store will move into three adjoining buildings forming a larger complex and begin a pre move sale in progress today. Clyde Gold and wife own the store and ask for public patience and indulgence during the relocation.
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Epp Department
Nev E
Enar
Ety Square
First National Bank
Eppy
Weation
Epps
Clyde Gold
Milby Earns First Team All State Honor
Tim Milby receives statewide recognition as a first team all state selection following a standout season. The Milby athlete is noted for his contributions on the field and is highlighted in a telegram from coach Darrell Royal of the University, confirming the appointment to the Class A team.
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Tim Milby
Dim Recewvea A
Darrell - Royal
University’ of
GE Director Holiday Ballots Due Back Friday
Bayle Bale Cnauthor of Com merge members received two mail ballots this week. One asked for four new directors on the chamber board and the other listed holidays to be observed in 1958. Both ballots must be returned by Friday, December 6, at the Chamber of Commerce office. Candidates for the four vacancies include Fred Yeager, Ken Lowe, BI Parc, Vo, Kana, Leon Spanther, A. McNiel, Tate, Davidson, and Clyde Brown. Holidays listed include Good Friday, Independence Day, Labor Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day, with observances planned for Sah Jacinto Day and May 30.
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Bayle Bale Cnauthor
Commerge
Tary Pre
Fred Yeager
Ken Lowe
BI Parc
Kana
Leon Spanther
A. & McNiel
Tate
Davidson
Clyre Brown
Local Eagle Lake Businesses Plan Christmas Closings
Several Eagle Lake firms announce holiday shutdowns from December 22 through January 6 1958. Banks, post office, city offices, stores, cafes and service centers will close or reduce hours for Christmas and New Year observances. Some reopen January 6 with limited staff.
Briscoe Couple Move Accounting Office to New Home
Lee and Sue Briscoe relocate their accounting office from downtown to a new home on Highway 90 Aunt west side of town. They invite clients to visit during posted hours at the new location, detailing the move and contact information.
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Lee
Sue Briscoe
Lee Briscos
Recamo
Lalsuiin Hes
St Smy
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J.B. Smith
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Walter J- Mier
First Baptist Charch
First Baptist Chitrch
Ralph A. Jones
Cathie Cherot
Eagle
Garwood School
Milby
Allstate
First National Bank of
Eegle Lake
Pee Tis
Teneo
Omer
Universal Motor Company
Boring, Inc
Abop
Cenpany, Inc
Smith Company
Adbgns
Sweetheart Dairy Delite
Mac
Neeith, Marx
Caf
Weilneday
Marvin's
Altsir
The
Buckhorn
Cafe Af Attar
Estfinnaum Lamber
Laka Honllicht
Ieee
Honth Thorstay
Wil Pobsich
sTiermary
Eagle Lake Community Center
Dejfeuder
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