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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1957
Page
1
Reverend Warren Seale, a longtime community figure, announced acceptance of a role at First Presbyterian amid a remodeling program and contract work. He has chaired local civic groups, led the Engle Lake Royalty Club, and previously headed the Eclect Enge’e first Contingency.
The Eagle Lake Chamber of Commerce will hold the first in a series of weekly early morning meetings at 6:00 AM near Tuesday at the Din Cafe. President Pentress urged all directors and residents to attend to boost community projects and progress. Breakfast will be served, followed by a 30 minute business session.
Voters in Eagle Lake are to cast ballots Tuesday April 2 for three seats on the City Council. The notice lists Aldermen Tate Ah Scheim and A F Wiest seeking reelection. A write in option was available and voting area hours were 8:00 am to 7:00 pm at the Eagle Lake Community Center. Election officials include Mrs A H Hardort Mrs Saeumen and W A McMillan.
E L Magons hosts a Washington's Birthday celebration Friday night at Eagle Lake Community Center. Begle Lake Chapter members, Star polishes, and local leaders invite guests for the annual event with two young ladies chosen for the Istasonue Fe Home and refreshments including cherry pie and coffee.
Ranier Girl Scouts in Eagle Lake sponsor a Mexican Supper Saturday at Bogle Lake Community Center to raise funds for a proposed summer trip. Wickets to the spent are on sale this week at $1.00 per plate.
County Commissioners Court in regular meeting voted to refund Louis Ketleffel for five Eagle Lake Jats sold July 6 1954 and accept a quit claim deed. The error arose from failing deeds recording and proper ownership steps. The court also approved new proposals to Roy Kleebird of Texas Southeastern Gas Company and authorized purchases and repairs including fencing along Highway 72 and a stamp machine for County Agent Doyle Moura. Sheriff J O Walker to seek bids on patrol car repairs.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention citizenship winner and references to ATCA figures and council context. Key names appear garbled, with partial phrases about a Mrs OM Peterson and a committee. No coherent event or outcome is clear from the damaged text.
A chamber committee canvassed holiday cards and approved a list of holidays for business firms. Forty five cards were returned. thirty seven accepted the holiday state as submitted, with Sameemas day receiving six votes. The surveyed holidays include Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, All Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day. Also noted is a youth sweetheart event at Colly Memorial Methodist Church tonight at 7:00 pm with informal dress and no charge.
The City of Eagle Lake warns all water and sewer customers with unpaid balances to settle by Friday February 15. Delinquent accounts will be disconnected and later reconnected only after full payment and a $2. provoked by city officials to curb rising delinquencies.
Garwood High School band under Von Buternan will present a Tuesday evening concert in the school auditorium. The program begins at 7 30. Admission 25 cents for children. adults by donation. Public invited to attend for an evening of outstanding musical selections.
A local petition led to a new 7 pm closing time for Saturday business hours. Signatories include Wilcox Grocery, QP Store, Eagle Lake Furniture, Jack's Berber Shop, Damran and Son, Rice Drug Store, and others. Several offices previously agreed to observe the shift.
Trial of Lee Tise on the charge at Tape has been set for Wednesday February 20th by Judge Les ter Holt. Dietrich Attorney Paul Boothe Mendey morning. Judge Holt appointed Jeri Hop sey and 2 HW Pratka to represent the defense. They are expected to seek delay to gain time for prep. Absent further action, total of other criminal cases beginning Monday morning will be heard by the same panel. Also mentioned, Herrin case and Workman's Compensation matter were postponed or reset.
A parish mission conducted by Rev William Flakeside Blakeslee begins at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church on Sunday and runs through the following Sunday. Daily Mass at 6:00 am and 7:00 pm, with confessions and brief instruction. Paulist Father Blakeslee, veteran mission preacher, invites all to attend regardless of faith.
Eagle Lake approves John M Johnson of Port Lavaca as city manager with 27 years in municipal service. He will start around March 1 after settling his Port Lavaca business. Meanwhile the H Henry Band Mothers Club hosts a Valentine party at 7:30. A festival involving bands from multiple Texas towns is set for March 7, 8 and 9 at Prairie View A&M College.
The census lists 1170 students for the district, down from 1203 last year. Of these, 439 are colored and 731 are white. White schools are projected to have fewer than 28 pupils at the main school, while other details reflect the enrollment shift.
A garbled OCR fragment presents a religious phrase referencing Colossians 2 6 and a mention of Christ Jesus our Lord. The readable portion emphasizes walking in Him and faith, but lacks complete context or coherent news content.
City to open garbage bids next Tuesday evening February 25. Bidders must submit bids in duplicate with a certified check of 240.00 to assure the successful bidder’s contract. City Council reg meeting to follow at 7 20 pm.
The Eagle Lake School Board approved a testing program to compare local students to the national average. Superintendent Liane Piniorree said two tests will be given, with results prepared by Stafford. the plan aims to measure scholastic progress against the national standard.
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