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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1964
Page
1
County officials and the proposed bank directors express puzzlement after the Comptroller of the Currency denies a national charter. A survey near Razie Leake site is planned to reveal documents supporting the bank’s need and justify the appeal for a charter.
Local businesses announce special holiday closings including banks, barber shops, city offices and utilities. The First National Bank, city offices, Central Power and Light, Southwestern Bell Telephone, and other services will close Thursday December 24th and Friday December 25th with some exceptions.
Club Montezuma will hold its annual New Year’s Eve dance in the Community Center on Dar Inem from 9 to 1. The Van Wrkpitnck’s T-piece or orchestra will provide music, with party favors and refreshments arranged for the event.
Colorado County Commissioners plan to approve a slate of new officers taking office January 1. The list includes Sheriffs, county attorney, precinct officials, and eight constables across precincts, plus district judges, district attorney, and a new representative for the 46th Texas District.
Aurghies stole spare tires and two wheels from a pickup and hub caps from a car parked in front of Farmers Equipment Company on We Street weekend. The well lighted display lot near the building was cited, with Joe Ree Jr., a partner, commenting on the incident.
Eagle Lake police seek culprits stealing Christmas gifts from under trees in several homes including Mrs. Bill Faye AleKUNE Stephendon Steel and the Laughlin Hospital waiting room. Police suspect juveniles may be involved and urge residents to lock homes when away.
A youth semi formal dance is planned at the Community Center for the Bagh Lite youth and guests. The Triumphs Orchestra will provide music with admission set at $2.00. The event, sponsored by the Conte's Youth Committee, takes place next Wednesday evening.
Residents warned as Eagle Lake officials reiterate no fireworks within city limits. Police urge compliance after a suspect was cited, while a local mayoral candidate faces scrutiny over misstatements online. Citizens are urged to seek accurate city guidance and avoid unsafe displays.
The Baytn Late Library will close on Christmas Eve December 24 and again on New Year Eve December 31 as announced by the librarian.
Eagle Lake records show 20 alarms to date with only minor property damage. Firefighters responded to 11 city fires and 9 outside incidents, logging 2270 man hours across training and operations. Chief Herbert Loensin and six volunteers maintained near perfect drill records, while city officials praised improved prevention and water supply ahead of next year.
Linda Thomas, daughter of Mr and Mrs J Ro Thomas, named winner of the annual Grand Citizenship Award from the John Everett Charter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Miss Thomas mentors the senior class at Bain Lake High School and is honored along with other girls from the Hus area at a meeting led by the Everett chapter.
Community center listings show youth formal and club events titled by Tramps and Ty's with a New Year’s Eve performance by Vin Kirkpatmele nrchestra at 0:30 pm. The calendar notes December 29 and January 4 with classes resuming after the holidays.
Herbert Loessin owner of Bugie Lake Welding announces construction of a new metal building on FM 1033 near Eagle Lake. Work crews from Bugie Lake Welding and Machine Shop plan two untold land improvements and a concrete foundation. Building to be ready for occupancy later this year at the east edge of Vallis, continuing local metalworking trade.
Eighteen boy and girl teams will compete in the annual Rice tournament at Lake gym over Friday Saturday and Sunday. Defending champions Royal High School and Sheridanettes headline the field with schools including Sealy Louise Tide Haven Walls Bernard George West Eagle Lake and others. First round games include Sheridan vs Louise Royal vs Tide Haven Wellis vs Eagle Lake and more with finals set for late weekend.
The Eagle reports the post office will close Saturday with no city home delivery. Window service will not operate and all mail will be redistributed with special deliveries suspended. Postmaster Jolie noted gifts for Christmas will be delivered the following morning.
A fragment cites a religious verse about forgiveness from Saint Matthew 6 15. The line appears in archaic or stylized wording warning against trespass and urging mercy. No additional context or location is provided.
Churches in Eagle Lake and nearby communities announce Christmas observances. Catholic parishes plan Midnight Masses and Christmas Day services with visiting priests from St Thomas University. Grace Lutheran and Christ Episcopal also schedule holiday programs and carols throughout Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Local shops advertise Christmas door prize drawings with gifts from Milter's Grocery and Delwood Market. Prizes include assorted offerings, a headdress, and a grand gift. drawings held Christmas Eve with visitors invited to register and enjoy refreshments.
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