Grand jury returns nine indictments in county case
A district grand jury handed down nine indictments including one murder charge. The proceedings named multiple defendants with charges detailed in the grand jury report.
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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 1967
Page
1
A district grand jury handed down nine indictments including one murder charge. The proceedings named multiple defendants with charges detailed in the grand jury report.
Lissie EUB Ghareh announces a new parsonage dedication set for February 18. The event highlights church leadership and community notices in a local religious calendar.
A breakdown of totals by precincts is expected soon. The 4275 figure excludes one group of eligible voters aged sixty or older. 3935 persons are counted in the summary.
A 1967 Holi reports section notes business firms will vote on holidays this week. The chamber of dates in 1967 include May 30 and July 1. Weighing the electoral weight, officials schedule ballots and post cards for the election.
Citizens of Garena learn of late supporters for the EL School Board pledge. Notable names include Mrs Massey Duncan Drew Shell and several others such as Mrs BR Conly Mr Heay J.T. Penka and Mrs Kenn Norris among the listed signers.
Women from area churches are invited to attend the Interdenominational World Day of Prayer service at 10:00 a.m. Friday February 10th at the Lissie Evangelical United Brethren Church. The Rex. Chester Iwit of the Houston EWS Church will deliver the message. Coffee social begins at 9:36 a.m.
Miss Gail Austin and her fiancé Robert King Garrett were seriously injured in a two-car collision at Highway 1083 and Jack Rabbit Road west of Houston. They were en route to Huntsville for Sam Houston State College and were admitted to Spring Branch and St. Joseph, Herman Hospitals respectively, with critical chest and neck injuries. News notes mention prayers from community members and a church food sale at Guadalupe Parish hall.
Eagles unbeaten in district host Shiner in Beagle Lake gym. Coach Norris’ squad led Weimar 38 23 at half, then rolled to win with Matthys Loving and Eyina delivering points. Moulton game followed, Matthys led with 47, Ashton and Williams contributed, Eagles aim for ninth straight district win.
The Study Club plans a Go Go Shop flea market at the former Eagle Lake Furniture Co. building on Friday and Saturday February 2 and 25. Proceeds fund Eagle Lake Library. events include Boutique Mens Wear Women’s Wear Millinery Shoes and Purses, with donations accepted February 9 to 4 pm and February 2 4 pm to 9 pm. The market opens Friday 1 pm to 9 pm with cleanup February 5.
W F Meitzen Sr. suffered a stroke Friday afternoon at Pecan Valley Farm near Bazle Lake. Dan Clinton, owner, found him between two thirty and three. His son Robert and grandson Johnny accompanied him to Laughlin Hospital. he shows partial recovery with some paralysis on the right side.
A fragmented line from a religious text recalls that which is of the flesh remains flesh and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit, with a literary misquote included. The excerpt cites John 36 likely from a lemma or journal note.
The Eagle Lake Lions Club sponsors the Lighthouse for the Blind van visit on Thursday February 16. Volunteers will operate a front of Municipal Building sales point and canvass neighborhoods selling broom s and cleaning supplies made by the Lighthouse in Houston. Proceeds aid local community progress and support Lions Club activities.
Mrs Jamie A Scogin owner of New Courtyard Apartments on Davitt Street Eagle Lake died in her sleep Friday February 3 from a heart attack. Funeral services were held 3:00 pm Monday February 6 at Maj-Bames Funeral Home with Rev Homer Weimar officiating. She rests at Lakeside Cemetery with pallbearers Whi Farris John Adkins Jol y Pilkington and others. Scogin born January 14 continued on next page.
Two Garwood men face murder charges after a fatal knife fight at the Vox Populi club. Ben Dancy, colored, is accused of stabbing Charlie Kennedy to death during a late night affray, with investigators recovering two knives at the scene and awaiting grand jury action in February.
Colorado County sheriff investigated a burglary at Walker Grocery Altair Tuesday morning. Charles Robinson faced burglary complaint. not yet arrested. Robbery involved forcing a back door, stealing a $40 check two silver dollars and other change. Incident linked to Marvin's Altair and a Rossendorff endorsement. Robinson detained briefly near Leutenant Hospital Monday night. later given probation for prior burglary charge.
Sem Austin is reported to be doing nicely at St Luke's Hospital in Houston after Tuesday morning surgery on his left. Friends wish him a speedy recovery and good health.
Garwood FFA plans its annual War ee Cal and Sy Show with a Pioneer Trail Ride sponsored by Garwood Lions Club. Activities start with a 9 to 11 30 am trail ride from Altair to Garwood, a 1 pm entries judging, barbecue dinner at noon, and calf hog and rabbit contests with sales at Market Street.
The Girl Scouts announce their annual cookie sale starting Friday and running through February 27. Local volunteers will sell multiple flavors at a fixed price, with proceeds supporting community service and youth activities.
The Garwood Methodist Church opens a Sunday revival led by Rev. W. FE. with special music by Walter Von Hierrr and the Leawood Crureit choir. Daily schedule includes Youth Night, Boat Night, women's society music, and Methodist Men and Junior Choir programs culminating in sermons on Conversion and The Direction of The Spirit. Rev. Dan serves as pastor.
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