Potato Planting To Be General Next Week In Eagle Lake Area
The Eagle Lake farming district expects broad potato planting next week as ground conditions are ideal. Ervin Terrell notes fields are in their best plowable state, with land breaking well and few seed potatoes planted so far. Local acreage rivals last year with several growers listing large plots, including Terrells, Parker, Westmoreland, Wills, and others in Calhoun and Burns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ervin Terrell
Terrell
Eagle Lake
Eugle Lake
Amone
Wahlo Terrell
Calhoun
Burns
G. W. Parker and Sons
J. W. Carter
Earl Carter
L. I. Obenhaus
J. S. Duty
Otto Rogers
Brewer Bros
Keith Bron
A. W. Brawn
J. D. Brisbois
L. W. Stiles
Bonns
Wallis Cagers Fall In Tuesday Night Showdown
The Wallis basketball team lost 21 to 12 to a visiting on Tuesday night as Yerry Wallace led with 8 points and brother William Wallace added 8. The locals seized an early 16 to 6 halftime edge and rode solid team play and sharp shooting to the win.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wallis Cagers
Fest Wallis
Yerry “Wallace
Kearby
William Wallace
Clifford Lasd
Dil Wesley Hintz
Austin
City Poll Tax Payments in Eagle Lake Rise This Year
Poll taxes paid in Eagle Lake show higher totals this year than 1927, though figures are below early election-year peaks. The city reports 305 payments this year versus 343 last year, with historic highs near 480 in prior campaigns.
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Eagle Lake
Rex Theatre Shows The Last Command Dramatic Triumph
Rex Theatre in Kale Lake presents The Last Command starring Hull and Jannings. The Metropolitan Theatre in Houston drew praise for the film and Rex plans a repeat next Sunday and Monday with special engagements as word spreads.
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Rex Theatre Meager
Hull
Jannings
Metropolitan Theatre
Houston
Beng
Hrs Patsins
Les Rex
Europe
Dairywood
Mats
Junnings
Jdunhigs
Uyuth
The
Rex
Rex Theatre
Petares
Wwe
Tie Metropolitain
Trowseton
Deajple
Kale Lake
Poultry Show Invitation for Weimar Shows February 8 9
Poultry breeders are urged to visit the two day Weimar poultry show on February 8 and 9. Eagle Lake enthusiasts plan to exhibit birds and share valuable information for profitable poultry raising in the county. The event aims to boost the local poultry business through the exhibits and expert guidance.
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Weimar
Eagle Lake
Rude
Welur
Mrs Prod Rabel Visits Weltam For Mother's Eagle Lake Milinery Deal
Mrs Prod Rabel of Weltam formerly Mrs Gladys Eppa of this city is spending the day here assisting in stock taking at the state of her mother Mr 4 Dr Epps who has sold her Eagle Lake Milinery business to Mrs M M Ray of San Antonio
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prod Rabel
Weltam
Gladys Eppa
Epps
Eagle Lake
M, M. Ray
San Antonio
Navy Enlists Bob Simmons for Four More Years
After months at home, Bob Simmons reenlists in the United States Navy for four years. He departed in January for Norfolk Virginia and then sailed on the aircraft carrier Lexington to Boston. Simmons previously served in the submarine division, including time at Pearl Harbor and the Hawaiian Islands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hob Simmons
United States Navy
Norfolk
Virginia
U. S
Lexington
Boston
Uncle Sam
Bob
Navy
Dangle Lake
Submarine
Hawaian Islands
Honalola
Poll tax payments in county rise over last season
County tax collector Emil Kabel expects total poll tax payments to reach about 5100 this year, roughly 300 more than last season. He notes Eagle Lake precinct and others may show increases, with final precinct totals to be released in next week’s issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Somrehmai
Emil Hf. Kabel
Weloar
Eagle Lake Seo Om
Columbuia
Eagle Lake
Rabel
Garwood Road Improvement Progress Report
Reports indicate Garwood Road improvements are underway under the direction of Geo. Wo Keith Whisell. Weather disruptions have slowed work but residents say the post week has left the road in better shape as graders and crews continue the effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagle
Gary Woolle
Geo
Keith
Keith Whisell
Pinelback
Die
Mhnes
Diye
Pont
Strokan
Eagle Lake Millinery to Change Ownership This Week
Mrs M M Jay of San Antonio will buy Eagle Lake Millinery from Mrs T B Bo Bo. Stock-taking and transfer expected to complete by afternoon with new owner in charge Saturday. Mrs Mamie Ratellis Ray, formerly of Eagle Lake, returns home. her niece Miss Prices Cattness to assist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagle Lake
Miliiery
M. M. Jay
San Antonin
T. Bo Bop
Ray
Eagle
Mamie Ratellis
Gemmer Tanner Add Heavy Duty Locomotive For Gravel Pit Lines
Gemmer and Tanner acquire a new 80 ton locomotive from Gudder for their gravel pit lines. The old Mogul is being overhauled and both engines will soon operate at the Gemmer Tanner gravel pits. Engineer Harry Brower enjoys the new ride though adjusting to the different whistle with the larger locomotive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gener & Tanner
Cele
Harry
Wis Oiat
Oberholser visits Eagle Lake for waterfowl census drive
Harry G. Oberholser of the United States Biological Survey visited Eagle Lake to lead a waterfowl census effort. He will appoint experienced observers to count ducks geese and other wild water birds and reports will be sent to Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Water Tuwla
Wits
Harry GC. Oberholser
United States Biological Survey
Washington, D.C
Eagle Lake Tuesda
Oberholser
S.C. Smothers
Mrr. Oberholser
United State Biological Survey
Obirholser
Chertuilsor
Tagle
Colorado Association To Hold All Day Meet Here
The Colorado Maydivé Association plans an all day assembly next Tuesday at First Baptist Church. The program includes a devotional service by Minister Dupree at 10 15, talks on goals, a social hour, and a 1 30 afternoon board meeting. Mrs. Mrovtle of Houston will oversee the women’s program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado” Association
Uae
Colorado Maydivé Association
Tule
Stulkes
Mra
Teevtek
Wiens
Gul
Holdingay
Spectal Mugle
FL Corley
Gore Lon
Thyrd
Goon
Minklou Clulen
First Ford Car for Eagle Lake Arrives Today
Universal Motor Company manager B I McIlhaney travels to Houston to bring the first new Ford car to Eagle Lake for his firm. He expects delivery of orders soon and indicates ongoing production. Mr and Mrs Roger Brown of Halfton were guests of Mr and Mrs AJ Powerstat on Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagle Lake
B. 1. McBlhlaanecy
Universal Motor Company
Houston
Mcililaney Ip
Turoplulun
Roger Brown
Hal
AJ Powerktavt
Free-For-All Rumors Swirl Over County Commissioner Race
The county race for commissioner features Geo W Keith as a possible candidate to represent Marsell. Walter Adams, a previous candidate, may run again, and Henry C Thomas is said to seek the post. T. W Btlea of Idridge and D Wallace of the city are also rumored to enter, with others possibly joining.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ae Tee
Geo. W. Keith
Marsell
Walter Adams
T. Wi Btlea
Idridge
D. Wallace
Will Wkely
Local Talent Stage Show Delights Eagle Lake Audience
Friday night at the high school auditorium locals presented Nothing But the Truth under Mrs. Duncin with strong crowd praise. Cast members including AFL Jarbert and Gwen Abilyae received high marks for stage presence and character work. The success promises a repeat performance in Weimer next Monday under the Parent-Teacher Association.
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Afl Jarbert
Frev
Eagle Lake
Slite
Tim Fend
Clovis
Mefelin
Robert Bennett
Ik Giverle
Swirelund
Westhovelind
Danette
Bishop Dorn
Minton
Gwen
Dries Wuttle
Mery
Suvtiingtan
Chasshige
Michel Clark
Mises Vyibellit Jatsen
Taleit
Pluyerd
Weimer
Weinar
Asgoclir Hon
Hatchery Opens Season With Bright Outlook
The Fungle Lake hatchery opened the 1928 season on Monday with over three thousand eggs placed in the facility far exceeding prior openings. The operation is expected to meet its established targets this season with baby chicks for sale starting February 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fungle Lake
Lissie Well Drilling Reaches 800 Feet Near John N Lew
The well near Lissie on John N Lew dusk has reached about 800 feet with favorable indications. Driller J Bivuoin, an experienced hand, expects to bring it in, following a prior 1917 Poole land well not yielding oil. Nearby test wells near Rock Island and Wald voxel of Columbus show cautious but active drilling.
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John N. Lew
Lissie
Weil
J. 2
Bivuoin
la Thor
Walt Poole
Ossie
Wwe
Aero
Tolinson Tiros
Rock Island
Mt Home
Wald Voxel
Columbus
Glidden
Centerpade Attracts Attention In Town Yesterday
Yesterday a centerpade drew crowds when delivered to Bele Ney store. Locals, including first time viewers from baby to man, inspected the creature. Reports say some mistook it for a thousand lo. observers commented on its unfamiliar appearance in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toveth
Ly Holla Clayton
Prine Albert Tobacco
City Beautiful Plan Seeks Shade and Tree Planting in Eagle Lake
A city council and mayor push a city beautiful program in Eagle Lake to plant native trees and replace chin berries with shade trees. Parks will gain trees at key spots, with continued upkeep to make Eagle Lake a pleasant, well shaded South Texas town.
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Eagle Lake
Westmirekund
Colunell Bay
South
Texas
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Henry Walker
Central Power and Jight Company
H.W. Ablern
Bob Simmons
Collector
Garwood Road
Eagle Lake Millinery
Gemmer & Tanner
Wilts
Re.quilly
Kil Coffell
Mr. Vick Way
J. L. Waddell
Tome Place
Tome
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