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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1945
Page
9
A note from Chaplain C. O. Estes, former pastor, appeals for letters and cards to soldiers overseas. He describes the loneliness and heart sickness caused by long separations, stressing that letters from home sustain morale and provide reassurance amid war.
Anne Goode reports from Washington that civilians will see limited meat poultry butter and other staples this year. Hosiery makers warn nylon for civilian use won’t be available for about 41 months after release. Suggestions include bean sandwiches with mayo and scum milk calcium tips.
Relatives and friends attended the funeral of W. E. Welford including Mrs. W. T. Beard Burns Waggener and families. Others named were Mrs. Camille Fredrich Mrs. Chas Collins Mrs. John Snook and Mrs. W. C. Reed with ties to San Antonio and College Station.
The article recalls the California Building tower in San Diego and its link to early explorers and California legends of gold. It notes America’s wealth tales and urges support for war bonds to aid troops and postwar progress. It also mentions Virginia Spalinger returning home from hospital after a stay at Rugeley and Blasingame Hospital Wharton.
A school girl knits warm colorful sweaters with extended shoulders and a cardigan neckline in gray with yellow red and green stripes. A matching stocking cap suits campus and sports wear. The piece advises investing saved money in War Bonds from the US Treasury Department.
Willow Home Demonstration Club met January 29 at Mrs Alvin Gluecks home. Dorothy Crosslin demonstrated pruning shrubs. New member Mrs Leslie Reichardt and visitor Mrs Minnie Reichardt attended. Next gathering set for February 23 at Mrs Ed Roys. Cookies doughnuts and coffee served. Local birthday note included.
The Club Montezuma dance event is announced for Monday night February 12 with Bill Cornelson and his orchestra providing the music. A special invite allows all guards at the War Prison Camp to attend for free, with dates limited to Club Montezuma members. PMID
Druggists offer money back if LETO'S fails to satisfy the first bottle. Beckman's Drug Store advertises the product. Mrs Louis Tailas and children visited Roc Island on Sunday. Mrs Hans German traveled to Waelder for family services of her aunt last week.
Mrs. Harland Bell and companions visited San Antonio. A turkey supper honored Lawrence Herring A. O. M. 3-c with family presentes. A double shower at Lissie Community Hall celebrated Fay Hutchins and Doris Lee with games, readings, and gifts. Surprises and birthdays marked gatherings for Nevin Peterson and Adamae. Various residents traveled to Houston, San Antonio, Wharton, Hallettsville, and Austin for visits and events.
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