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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1928
Page
7
The U S Public Health Service warns of a new disease called rabbit fever or tularemia, with 225 Nevada cases in a 75,000 population state. It spreads from wild rabbits to humans via handling and carcasses, with risk heightened by cold storage before cooking. Wear gloves when dressing rabbits and avoid contact with ears or eyes to prevent infection.
A Nation's Business piece cites Mark Twain on weather talk and details vast losses weather causes. It notes reports from the International Institute of Agriculture and US Agriculture Department estimating billions in crop damage annually from hail and rainfall shortfalls, highlighting July rain sensitivity for corn and urging efforts to mitigate weather costs.
Nice large room available for permanent renter with private bath to be installed. Contact Mrs State at Fra tar Phove & weetit for details.
The Texas Company will move its derrick and drilling gear from the lake area to Cat Spring to sink a well two miles from that town. C. C. McRae, the local driller, will oversee the Cat Spring operation. After tests are completed here, the company plans to bring no further derrick or drilling outfits for a deep near the lake. Next week's Headlight will publish a review of the Foothal Season of 1928 by Coach W. Ti. Winton. Reverend J. C. Wilson traveled to Schulenburg to assist in funeral services for Mrs. John A. Fawkner, pioneer resident of the Oakland community. interment was at Andrews' Chapa.
At a Darbys Cafe banquet the Eagles regional champions elected Roger Mailer captain for 1921. He played every quarter last season, has three years of eligibility left, and is regarded as a capable leader and student of the game. Other voting contenders included William Wallace Bertlee Smith and Waldo Townley.
The Methodist Church resumes sermon on the ten commandments after the holidays. The pastor will deliver a Christmas message next Sunday. Worship is open to all, and thanks are given to the people of Le Lake for their kindness during the year as pastor C. Wilson extends best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Seed peddlers in Tesas are selling transient grass seed under false names. Farmers and city customers risk losing seed that dies in hot months. Buyers are urged to purchase only from established, reputable businesses to avoid being defrauded.
The nation woke to a thick frost with thin ice on exposed water early today while roses were still blooming in many yards. Though frosts have recurred, Christmas home gardens show roses in bloom, promising festive decoration for meals.
Rev J W Gates and daughter Misa Bernles Gites of Coleman visited Tuesday night with Mr and Mrs L D Allen and left for McAllen to spend Christmas. After holidays, Gates, recently struck by paralysis and not improving, will go to Baltimore where it is hoped he will undergo an operation to restore health and strength.
The Baptist church holds morning and evening services led by Pastor W H Rodgers. Sunday school starts at 9 45 a m. The sermon titled What Does It Mean To Be a Christian will be preached.
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