Council Committee Delay Action On Phone Hike Request
Citizens Advisory Committee and the City Council discussed a proposed basic rate increase by Southwestern Bell Telephone. They deferred decisive action to the next regular meeting while investigations continue, noting the company has invested in Eagle Lake and is earning profits, with rural rates unchanged. The panel questioned cost figures, advertising allocations, and long distance charges, seeking a clearer view of the impact on residents.
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About Town: Mayor Marnid Thomas Ends Term in 1858 Debacle
A compact note records Mayor Marnid Thomas ending his tenure amid a 1858 deer and sea dispute. Readership sees a civic shift as municipal leadership closes a chapter marked by unusual wildlife and maritime tensions.
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Marnid Thomas
Frozen Pressure Line Triggers City Water Shortage
A faulty pressure line at the city water plant disrupted automatic pumps, causing a brief water shortage after Doon hour. Residents in high areas experienced low pressure as the system faltered, with service resuming shortly after 10 pm.
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Mabeger
Jeremy
Frigid Start to New Year with 18 Degree Low
The area experienced bitter cold as a front moved in Friday night, with early Tuesday morning readings around 36 degrees. Forecasters warned of a brisk air mass and a potential front bringing more ice, noting February 2nd 1951 as a record low reference.
Robert Finney Takes Over Local Gulf Service Station
Robert Finney of Mar Gulf Sta assumed management of the former Marx Gulf Service Station on Post Office Street starting Thursday January 1. He leased the property to Afr. Funngy and joined the new WM industrial center. He thanks friends and supporters in the community for years of faithful backing.
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Marx Gulf Service
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Mars
Mutation
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Funngy
Cenot Tessas
Richard
Last Day To Petition C of C For '59 Holiday Changes
Monday is the final day to file petitions with the Chamber of Commerce to modify the 1959 holiday calendar. The board will decide whether to keep the state observance or adjust the schedule, with petitions due by January 1. Petitions must be signed by a majority of local business members.
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Eagle Lake Consolidated Funil Directors Election Notice
Directors of the Eagle Lake consolidated fund will meet at 6:00 PM on January 1 in the Municipal Building to elect officers. The Gly Manager's office issued the notice for the meeting to discuss governance and future operations.
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Tom Austin Honored on 50th Year with Irrigation Co
Tom Austin, 66, received a 50 year service honor from Lakeside Irrigation Co at a supper at Marvin’s. A Texas native, he began with the company early in his career, credits his long stay to steady work, and looks forward to continued participation in the irrigation business.
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Annual School Census Starts This Week
The annual school census begins this week with forms sent home for completion. Parents are urged to list all children between ages for accurate records and prompt submission.
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Oensus
County Reports 5 Traffic Deaths in 1958 County
The county tallied five traffic deaths in 1958, half of 1957's total, with no New Year holiday accidents on local highways. The year set a record low for fatalities, while 1967 saw ten deaths and 1968 five, across county roads. No deaths were reported in June counties.
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Garwood Water District to Elect New Directors Tuesday
Residents of Garwood Water District will vote next Tuesday January 31 to elect three directors to the district board. Terms expiring include H Stenke Clyde Mueses and Frank Wesselski Jr with several others up for renewal. Polls open at the Garwood Veterans Memorial Abory.
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Billy McDaniel New President of Ministerial Alliance
Rev Billy McDaniel of the First Presbyterian Church was elected president for 1959 by local ministers. Ralph A Jones of First Baptist Share was chosen secretary-treasurer. other members include Robert Tuppper of Elyanaelnd United Brethren, Leslie A McDaniel of Colly Memorial Methodist, and Walter J Miller of Grace Lutheran.
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Leslie A. McDaniel
Colly Memorial Methodiot Church
Walter J. Miller
Grage Lutheran Church
Haircuts to rise to 1.25 next Tuesday
The Fugle Barber Shop and Jack's Barber Shop announce a price hike effective Tuesday January 23. Regular haircuts will be 1.25, with Saturday top cuts at about an extra 0.02 or 0.50. Owners include W. A Burnett, W. S. Gordy, and V. D. Morris.
Stiles Appointed County Commissioner After Resignations
Stiles takes over as commissioner following Hoff resignation last July after four years under Kveton and then under Mrs. Kveton. County staff left include Micuika Noshavitz Brisbois and others. Isaac Williams resigns and Claude Brewer joins. Stiles sworn in during a special court session and will attend next Monday’s meeting.
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Norman Vick Named District Scout Executive for Colorado and Utah Counties
Norman Vick has been named district scout executive for the Ove Cou Shatin District serving Colorado and Utah counties. He succeeds Grady Tavern, who moves to the West District. Vick has led Matagorda County scouting for years and resides in Bay City with his wife and three children, two girls and a boy. He and his family attend the Episcopal Church.
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Rate change ends demand meters at Lime customers
The city council approved a new residential electric rate schedule eliminating demand meters. Under the plan most use charges will be on a volume basis with reduced lowest steps. about 20 percent of residential users will be affected while meters remain in use for business and commercial customers.
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Citizens Advissory Committee
Dowdy Honored at 25 Years with Shell Oil Co
Dowdy, district superintendent of the Eagle Lake district, was honored at a Houston dinner January 2 for his 25 years with Shell Oil Co. He joined Shell in 1969 at White Castle Louisiana and has held multiple positions, including drilling foreman and superintendent. J. K. McKennon presented a gift. fourteen company officers attended the event at Club Beloine in Houston.
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Children Pictures To Be Taken For Headlight Series
Pictures of children will be featured in the Headlight upcoming Citizens of Tomorrow series. A children's photographer will be at the Hemses Hotel tomorrow from 10 am to 2 pm to photograph participants for reprinting in the Headlight. No charge or obligation. prints optional via media representative. For details contact Mrs. L.W. Stiles at 4411 wr CE 47146.
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Stiles
Hardy Texans Tour 140 Mile Ride To San Antonio Kickoff
Texans urged to join the Texas Trail Riders Association for a 140 mile pioneer style ride from Altair to San Antonio to mark the Alamo City Stock Show opening. EB Johnson and association officers organize the five day trek with 600 riders expected, concluding with a welcome at the Gezar County Coliseum and a big western parade in San Antonio.
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Alamo City
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Texas Trail Rivers Association
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Texas Trail Riders Association
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Cl‘ Johnson
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Kanone
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Henry Strunk
Oscar
Kramry
Johnny Williams
Garwoods Crail
Caip
Hallettsville
Mont
Anton Pfilla
New Speed Limits Approved On 90A In City Limits
The City Council on Tuesday night approved an ordinance amended by the Texas Highway Department setting new speed limits within Bagte Cake city limits along Highway 9A and the by pass. The ordinance, effective immediately, reduces speeds from the western edge to 50 mph toward the hospital area and along the by pass to 36 mph near Vineyard Corner, with other segments at 45 mph and 36 mph as described. The council also approved a $28.20 tax refund for Eddie Caylor and a street light at West Majin and Stevenson streets.
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First Baby Of Year Arrives Here Monday Morning
The stork arrived at 10 30 am Monday January 1st with the first baby of 1998 at Lau Hospital in the region. The newborn weighs eight pounds nine ounces and has been named Debora Lynn. The baby is the granddaughter of Meha Zarendaice of the city Anna. Father Trainey Houston and Raymond Newen of Houston are listed as relatives.
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