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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1944
Page
1
A scannable Matagorda County fragment describes an incident where a child was struck during play near a bear tree, leading to a possible arm amputation. The report mentions a father offering to help and a Navy liaison urging caution as officials sorted blame and future safety measures.
Eagles host El Campo on their home court in the season closing game at 7 30 PM. District 34 4 champions Campo Rice Birds arrive after a string of wins and a strong record this season. Local support urged as both teams seek a final win before the playoffs.
Local 4 H clubs pledge support for the March of Dimes in a county wide effort. Eleven girls collect for the drive while volunteers work in Colorado Country, aiding the campaign and promoting health through youth participation.
Sheridan Oil Field Reports Thursday summaries show activity in fields around local sites with crews inspecting roads and structures. Notable mentions include equipment operations near Bunk and Ny, inclined to focus on site clearance and safety checks amid varying weather conditions.
A mixed message from service members includes updates on transfers to Langley and promotions to Staff Sergeant, with reports from the Southwest Pacific about travel by ship and sea conditions. Letters describe life in tents, mosquito nets, coconuts and bananas, and fond New Year wishes home from Bevan Kennie and others.
Olin Culberson, state railroad commissioner, spoke at a Rotary luncheon praising civic service. He discussed peacemaking, warned against tyranny, and touched on Prussia, Hitler, and historical empires while urging unity and reflection on policy and national strength.
Following a long illness Mb Lawrence Hodde attended services in Columbus Friday morning. The obituary lists siblings and survivors including WA Baumert of Eagle Lake and four sisters. Attending mourners included Mr. and Mrs. W. Baumert and Rev. G Welf, with other relatives named from nearby towns.
Deputies will assist income taxpayers in the area on February 23 and 24. The brief notice notes planned help sessions and locations for residents to receive guidance on filing and related tax questions.
District Court in February term enters its second week with judges named including Mickow Lily and Gerstenberg. Divorces granted include Cones Sloan Slann and Williams cases with child support set at 16 dollars and child custody awarded. A murder case in Arizona was set for trial next week with hearings scheduled for February 28.
Robert L. McCartney, a Mayer ton resident and longtime employee of Layne Bowler, died earlier this year. Funeral services were held Wednesday at the Maranatha Chapel with Rev. F Quick officiating. Survivors include his wife, children, and grandchildren. Members of the Heights and Worldland Lodge joined the service and extended condolences.
Aranda Curtiss rites held at San Marcos with ceremonies noted by local observers. The record mentions Margos and Corporal Clarener AW Curtiss and references events from the past week, including colonial context and a celebratory tone surrounding the funeral rites. The text preserves a ceremonial overview with placeholder fragments and neutral phrasing.
The contest for printing One Texag Chypehman reeled through the Columbus County Citizen. The department at garet Aton oversaw the printer McGeesin Mekeary submitting a lawsuit. The Right Late Preagtight weighed factors and the contract actions.
March 1 deadline announced for knitters to finish garments. The notice lists participants and advisors, urging completion by the date. It references a thesis project and tips from instructors, highlighting collaboration, instruction, and schedule needs.
Jane Reed wed Lt Charles Warner in a military chapel ceremony attended by family and friends. The service featured white flowers and palm decorations, with Chaplain Peechwilds presiding. Jane Reed attended State University and finished as Medieval Tech.
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