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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1923
Page
1
The winter crop around Eagle Lake shows its largest plantings since 1936, with cabbage as the main staple. Terrell Brothers and Engelhard Brothers report extensive acres irrigated or near ready for market, while shipments to New York and other markets are imminent as February ends.
The Your Ladies Missionary Society held an engaging meeting with Miss Sallie Jones visiting from her aunt's home. Officers for the year were installed, pledges for Korea and Oriental work were made, and plans discussed for a youth event in town. A social followed with treats for twelve members and three visitors. The next meeting is set for Mrs Fox’s at Friday in February.
Leora and Edger Baring hosted a Friday night Christian Endeavor gathering at Inn 19 with an automobile puzzle party. Guests formed groups to solve word games from car letters, blindfolded car-pinning, curtain setups, and a final placard scene with gas and tires themed cocoa and cake. Columbus guests including Annie Pullips were noted among attendees.
In a rural incident near Mr. B C Birdwell and S Esank Schindler’s properties northeast of town a dog attacked and killed poultry. Birdwell’s dog’s head showed rabies upon examination in Austin. The dog was taken for further treatment while neighbors report numerous stray cats and dogs causing disturbances.
The Headlight notes that Mr Randolph, a young attorney and insurance manager at Strickland Inc, will return to Houston soon. Though his time in Eagle Lake was brief, he formed many friendships and chaired Eagle Lake Chamber of Commerce activities. Friends regret his departure but wish him success in his law career.
The Parent Teacher Association plans four market sites to aid the public school. Markets are held every five weeks with organizer Abs E Rogers directing a Saturday market on Majin Street. Residents are invited to bring dressed chickens, eggs, pies, and homemade bread for a Bandey dinner fundraiser.
Dr. T. P. Doole left Wednesday afternoon for New Orleans to take a week long postgraduate course at Loyola Medical College. He expects to gain knowledge and return with new clinical insights for his practice.
A Columbus based corporation with $15,000 capital formed to secure a plant site after years of talks. Plans call for early construction of a $20,000 bank building at the present site as Mrs. and dire. M. D. Gaines spent a foe tr.
Mr Ray G Alexander an architect from SE Lonts Mo inspected the school building and deemed it safe for another year though urging plans for a new building. He warned against further fixing up money, noting foundations arches and walls require extensive work costing about 35000 to 35000 plus 5000 for roof and ceilings. The board invited Wu B Silver Service to prepare plans and estimates for a new build with top designers.
The state notes steady education progress over four years led by teachers and school officers. Key gains include passage of the better school amendment removing local tax limits, increased district tax rates, and rising local funding for school maintenance and sinking funds. Overall local tax support and state sentiment for improvements show notable growth.
The Headlight reports the funeral of Mrs Annie Phillips, longtime town resident, held at the Methodist church after services at her home. Survived by her husband Lyle T. Phillips and three sisters. Burial followed at Me soule Cemetery with Eastern Star participation.
Governor signed a conservation and reclamation bill authorizing 1000000 for flood and water projects in Texas. The act supports surveys, stream measurements, and storm water management, with officials citing dam construction to curb floods and enable hydro power while boosting regional development.
A Southern Road Congress is planned for March 26 27 and 28 in New Orleans to discuss a railroad freeway plan linking eastern and western routes. Lewiston aims to lead advertising and highway commission efforts while promoting federal road projects and beautification. Delegates from New Orleans Louisiana Mississippi and nearby districts will attend to shape travel and tourism policy during the session.
Houston's Revues tally a benefit show at City Auditorium with four performances on February 7 aimed at aiding the Layabore home for orphans in Seabrook. Notable subscribers and public-spirited supporters back the effort as patrons plan to attend with the theater’s ensemble, while Miss Northington and Mrs. Beam coordinate local contributions and event details.
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