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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1972
Page
1
Eagle Lake firemen battled a major house fire on East State street that gutted the building and endangered a family of five. Dense smoke hampered efforts as wind drove flames, prompting bystander curiosity while volunteers fought the blaze with all available equipment.
Eagle Lake Insurance Agency hosts an informative session on the Safety Health Act at 200 pin on Thursday February 24 at the Eagle Lake Community Center. Ewin Gay says the act affects all employers including agricultural operations and nonprofits. A speaker will present about one hour followed by questions, refreshments to follow.
Donation drive for Mrs Wit Bina Mynoe and family after their home was destroyed by fire on Sunday February 20. Wilfred Wick and others will accept clothing, cash, furniture, and other items at Eagle Lake Fireman's Hall Monday February 28 from 2 to 6 PM. Call M Wick or Mrs Hurbers to arrange pickup.
Tickets for Cole County Day at Houston are on sale in the County Judge’s office in Columbus until Wednesday Feb 29. Tickets cost 4.50 each and are in a special section for the Colorado County group.
A World Day of Prayer service is set for Friday March 3 at the First Presbyterian Church in Bar Lake with women from United Mathatist Church as co sponsors. The event begins at 9 20 p m at the Presbyterian Church sanctuary and is open to all women.
Mr and Mrs nghind Mare, former Magle Cafe owners, open Big B Drive In at the former cafe site on Niunwey SOA, just west of the elte rmits. The Gly 5 offers a wide assortment of foods with prompt service and an open air covered dining area for patron convenience. The Marcoux's invite all to visit.
Mrs Erming is reported to be recovering at Methodist Hospital Roum BL in Nouston after an illness. Friends wish for a speedy recovery and send best regards to the patient.
Thirteen defendants faced probation sentences in District Court in Calumet Monday and Tuesday. Lennis Doe Melido led with a ten year term, while others received five to eight year probation terms for burglary and drug charges. Several were ordered restitution amounts and some probation terms were severed or combined with related charges.
County agent Jorumie Coop reports that as of 12 02 7 Tuesday Pat 22 the cholera quarantine on its county was lifted. Information indicates the quarantine in most areas is lifted, with restrictions remaining only for transfer of hogs. Pigs must stay on premises for 30 days before being marketed.
County Clerk Lester Schaidler reminds ranchers that February 29 ends the six month period for registering cattle brands in the county clerk's office. After February 29, unregistered brands will be up for grabs and lose legal protection. Many brands were re registered under the Texas law that took effect last year, but some ranchers have yet to re register and may do so later than February 29, the county clerk said.
Colorado county plans a large exhibit at the forthcoming Houston show featuring a county tab display in the Astrohall exhibition center. Volunteers from across the county will staff a booth promoting Eagle Lake and surrounding communities, with support from the Eagle Lake Chamber of Commerce and county agencies.
A fragmented line cites a Bible verse about the sleep of a laboring man and the abundance of the rich, indicating a moral or reflective note. The wording is unclear but implies contrasts between labor, wealth, and divine timing.
Colorado County Sheriff reports two men arrested within eight hours after three houses north of Rock Island were burglarized Tuesday. At the Albert K Pargar place four miles north of Rock Island entry was made by kicking. A TV set, appliances, meat and other household items were stolen. A second camp house on the Parga place was entered and meat taken. A camp owned by Lawrence Sit play was also hit.
A youth dance hosted by Club Montezuma will be held at the Eagle Lake Community Center this Saturday. Music will be provided by a Sterling group. Admission is 2.50 per person. Event invites include invited guests.
The Eagle Lake reader notice lists Thrifty Disc covet pharmacy as a convenience for copies. Also available at Kies Drug Store Beckman Drug Store Wiyde's Food Market Foster Sumer ett Austyn's Grocery Wheel Ton Brive Lifecats Minute Stop and Miller's tracery in Eagle Lake Sversole's Swanyards Groott Calibighiin.
The public is invited to revival services at Second Baptist Mission, 30 & Metarty in Eagle Lake from Wednesday March 1 to Sunday March 5. Brother L A Dunn of Boston says God’s message will reach those in need. Evangelist for the revival will be J. Pords. Services nightly at 7:30.
Baker and Struss announce re election bids in Eagle Lake while city posts for council seats show two incumbents running and several names carry over in Rice Consolidated ISD elections. Trustees Higging Kalina and Brisco to face votes with three year terms. applications open for city and district posts with deadlines near March 1.
The Board of Education discussed a proposed maintenance contract for the Glew High School air conditioning unit and declined to act on a house bid. They considered bids for a new 171-72 term maintenance plan, with a $310 monthly figure and a five year warranty, and reviewed bids for a 12,000 square foot high school addition. The plan aims to stay within budget by reworking figures and exploring alternatives. The Sheridan building was earmarked to become a Community Center, with ads planned for the old school site sale and removal of the unused Beaty School building to prevent further deterioration.
The Galorads County Court announces closure on Thursday March 2 in observance of Texan Independence Day. The Driver's License office will also close. Social Security staff will be at the courthouse at 9 98 am on Wednesday March 1 for assistance.
Read text indicates rapid, unclear wording about schools closing for a spring holiday. Mentions Kroay and Tearhen's Warks but no clear dates or places. Likely a notice of school closures for a spring break period with inconsistent spellings.
The US Corps of Engineers will hold a hearing at 400 p.m next Wednesday March 1st to assess flood damage in San Bernard East Bernard and West Bernard areas. Landowners and interested parties may attend to present stories and witness impacts from this month’s flood event.
Eagle Lake FFA plans a large Houston appearance with many participants. Students will compete in parade, scrambles, and show events, aiming for top prizes including $1,000, $500 and $250 in various contests. Participants include Anthony Mahalite Clifton Jeries Al Manalfte and others from area schools.
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