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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1933
Page
1
Fragmented text notes a social event for Mrs Heiney and a move for Mrs Holloman to Caldwell. The readable portions mention a Saturday gathering and a Memorial Month reference, but the full details are unclear.
The Colorado County Den reports upcoming county official shifts next Monday with Henry P. Hahn as County Jute RR official, Philip Ransteiner for Commissioner Precinct 3, H L Rescng for Precinct 4, E A Spencer Attorney, and J R Me tage Constable. County Clerk Jatin Bastedt praised for genial service. Pepenberg noted among long-serving county clerks as new officers prepare to take office.
Fragmentary readable lines show local resident named CITZEN or CITIZEN in Illinois seeking clarity on lengthy state matters. Mentions Elderly Illinois L and a person named Elliott of Werekee, plus a Saturday night incident and an Oath MBE.
Reports indicate two wells will be drilled in Garwood, with Humble, Coyle-Concord, and Rumble firms forming a team. One location may be near the existing Coyle-Concord gas well, about 2000 feet south, while another could be about one mile north in an adjoining section. Temporary offices are in Columbus as leasing activity increases and royalties are discussed.
Out of town relatives gathered for the funeral of Ernest P. Newsom. Attendees included Mrs. and Mr. L. Minnis of Capt. and Ms Smith of John, Tom Newsom of Corpus Christi, Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Newsom and daughter Corinne of Lochhart, and several Newsom relatives from Lockhart San Marcos and San Antonio. The gathering included notes of gratitude to a neighbor for Christmas fruit.
The Eagle Lake Study Club met Wednesday afternoon to study Development of the Theatre. Mrs WO Heed failed to report on Origin and Growth of the American Theatre as discussed with emphasis on the Little Theatre movement. I. V. Duncan reviewed the history of the Little Theatre and Road Shows.
Ernest P Newsom, born and raised in Eagle Lake, died Saturday at age 54 after a brief illness. He moved away years ago but remained a respected, longtime resident of the community with ties to the Masonic order. He is survived by his wife Anna Laura and daughter, plus several siblings. Funeral services were held Monday at 2 p.m. at the Southern Parish and interment followed in the Masonic Cemetery, with Rev. N. G. Ozment officiating and Masonic rites conducted.
Mr and Mrs Ciycle Tate and their young son Clyde Jr visited the Tate family with several relatives this past Saturday. The guest, a former Eagle Lake principal and coach in 1925 26, drew attention as a notable former educator and football coach.
The J C Penney Co Inc will quit business in Eagle Lake and begin a big sale at the store. Manager H C Edgar will be transferred to Beeville, while P B W Alexander of Corpus Christi takes over here. The company decided to discontinue in Eagle Lake, with locals regretful at the departure of the Edgars. The issue notes staff illness and local notices, including church services and visits from Mrs Lane and daughter.
Lutheran services will be held at the city hall auditorium in Eagte Lake at 10 30 Sunday morning a cordial invitation to attend is extended to all. Edgar Wahrmuhd of Austin visited here New Year’s Day with his parents Postmaster and Mn AL Wahrmuhd. Mr J Fablers of Richmond was a business visitor Wednesday morning. Christian Science churches announce Sacrament will be the subject of the Lesson Sermon on Sunday January eighth 1933 with readings from Hebrews 13 and other biblical references and from Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures.ÿ
The Southern confirms ultra low round trip tickets to Austin for the January 17 inauguration of Texas Governor Miriam A. Ferguson. Tickets go on sale for trains arriving in Austin January 17 with a late return. Half fare for children to witness the event.
In Eldridge Saturday afternoon Charlie Harrington was seriously stabbed in the chest and cut across the hip. Morris Ludwig was arrested and taken to Columbus, later released after giving bond. Ludwig, about 28, Harrington about 21, both from Eldridge. The injured man received medical care at Eagle Lake and returned home the next day.
Mrs. M. S. Willy known as Mrs. Coats died last Sunday in Sealy while staying with her daughter Mrs. Schindler after illness lasting over a year. Buried in Cuero Wednesday. She leaves two daughters Mrs. Schindler of Sealy and Mrs. Dobbins of Beavmont and five sons G H Willy E L Willy C S Willy J F Willy and W M Willy. The family expresses thanks and sympathy.
Isreal Berson, about 62, a colored farmer, died suddenly yesterday morning after months of heart trouble. He migrated from Bonus to Eagle Sage, where he farmed two years. Survived by his wife and 15 children, 12 by his second wife and three by the first. Grandmother Mrs A D Calloway and relatives visit as listed. several grandchildren live in Fort Worth and Austin.
Leander Burttschell died in Louisiana after being found at his home in Alexandria. The body will be shipped for burial. He was formerly a citizen of Eagle Lake and a member of Burttecnely & Kolebue. He had many friends in the area who mourn his death. Mrs. SA Jones of Houston visited over Christmas with her husband. His son and daughter in law, Mr. and Mrs. R, were also visiting from Houston.
A night fire at the Klockmann Fire Station drew praise as the local crew responded rapidly. An anonymous driver in a truck praised the small-town company, noting it had the best in the country, after only about three and a half minutes. Buster Mooney, a driver, assisted at the scene.
Claude Bodle died in Chesterville early Tuesday after a long illness of pneumonia and heart complications. He was 45, survived by wife, two children, his parents, and a brother. Funeral held at Chesterville Wednesday at 2 pm, Rev. Wines officiating. interment in Chesterville cemetery. The community expresses deep sympathy to the family.
A large crowd danced at Club Howse on Saturday night featuring the Jodie Braden orchestra. The night closed after hours of music with the event praised by attendees. A Negro woman named Lisgle Richardson, daughter of John Richardson, died Tuesday at Matthews, in the care of her grandmother Aunt Mary Burns.
7 and Mrs A M Towns and children left Saturday for Houston where they will settle at 4910 Jack Street. Towns was active in the Boplist church and served as Sunday school assistant superintendent. The move aims at a better city home and health and success for the family.
Fragmentary OCR text reports gunfire and violence around New Year in an unnamed town. No clear dates, people, or organizations are identifiable, but mentions of shooting and quiet streets imply a brief incident amid festive settings.
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