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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1943
Page
1
Colorado County Citizen notes Quin resigns as mayor of San Antonio to take the oath for a judgeship. The move marks a colorful career in political life watched by scores of friends as Quin leaves the mayor's office on Thursday.
The write-in bid reshapes the court bench following the death of Judge Everett in a disastrous aircraft crash involving Armed Forces personnel in Puerto Rico. Longtime supporters note the election shifts as Quins and Teague vie for the post, with local officials arranging honors for the late judge’s service.
Dorman Nickels of Wharton County resigns as County Attorney effective March 1, 1943 while still under term to serve in the Air Corps. M. S. Munson named Assistant County Attorney until Nickels’s resignation takes effect. Nickels, active in Eagle Lake, leaves public office to join the armed forces during World War II.
The Baptist Radio Hour airs Sundays at 7 30 A M featuring Dr By D eed discussing America world crises in a brief broadcast.
At a depth around ten thousand feet the Frais Stephens No. 7 wildcat was cased and cemented for a prediction test in the Wile cog formation. The plan by the Cithes stew Gil Company aims to drill Saturday. An un fretted rumor notes effects and distillate signs.
Registration of all automobiles and trucks for 1943 will start July 1. This set replaces regular license plates with a small badge affixed to the 1942 plates. The MGA tab must be fastened to the 1942 plates and receipts are numbered for tracing. A call is made for motorists to ensure the labs and numbers match the license, with officials collecting fees at the county office.
The District 34 A basketball championship will be held in Wharton on February 13 as an elimination tournament for the title. Contenders include City, Boling, Wharton and Campo Jog, with Richmond, Rosenberg and Bag Lake also participating, a split playoff necessitated by gasoline rationing.
Funeral services for Mrs Alice Belle Hopkins widow of C P Hopkins were held at the Baptist Church in Waelder with Rev L M Chapman officiating. She was born February 4 1866 daughter of John Shorelt of Luling and lived in Columbus Waelder and San Antonio before settling back in Waelder then Columbus. Surviving children include Mrs Sam K Seymour Jr of Columbus Mrs ih Gray and C B Hopkins and others.
Presbyterians plan to unveil a service flag during Sunday's service. The ceremony honors members serving in the armed forces and reflects community support during wartime. Leaders noted the flag would be displayed at the church for worshippers to view.
Colorado county plans a President's Ball to mark President Roosevelt's 61st birthday and combat infantile paralysis. J H Wooten, county chairman, leads a broad fundraising drive with E H Rabel L A Weskamp J F Kolltino Alfred Rainer and regional organizers coordinating from county headquarters and extending to local groups.
P J Yackel longtime resident of the Bonus Nedra community died at his home early Thursday after a long illness. He was born in Bastrop August 8 and lived in Bermird area before marrying Annie Tae and later Annie Kester. Survived by widow, five sons, two daughters, several grandchildren, five stepsons, and one stepdaughter. He worked as a farmer at Glen Flora Columbus and Bonus Nedra. Funeral services were conducted Friday afternoon by Rev Jester White at the Wharton Methodist Church with burial in Wharton Cemetery. Pallbearers listed as L J Obenhaus Mentor Northington R Foulh C E Carter L C Kocine and A W Scheller.
Secretary Morgenthau credits the Advertising Council for key support in war finance campaigns. He notes December Victory Loan surpassed three billion dollars and Serie B War Bonds show record sales this month. The message praises the Council for competent work and willing assistance easing his task.
Fragmented OCR summary notes Major E. W. Jones III in a Tucson hospital with scattered names and unclear details. The text references individuals and institutions in a jumbled sequence, signaling a partial, garbled dispatch.
Colorado families could replace one weekly can of fruits or vegetables with fresh or home packed produce to save steel for 1,633 thirty cal. machine guns, per a leading distributor. The plan, urged by the War Production Board, would also boost fresh-food consumption and reduce storage needs while maintaining balanced diets.
Regular business meeting of the Red Cross today Friday, promptly at 3 o'clock. Attendance is urgently requested to render patriotic service in the hour of peril.
A large delegation gathered at the Colibus courthouse Tuesday forenoon as Farm Mobilization Day remarks urged support for farm production and wartime needs. Speakers emphasized equipment, feeding programs, and local clubs and chambers aiding the effort, noting labor and supply constraints and the role of farmers in supporting America. John W. Beard joins the Headlights family of readers in Orange, Texas.
News from Camp Sibert and nearby areas details Pvt Thomas L Tate CO B 2nd CWS Training Regiment Camp Sibert Ala 460 Transferred To Camp Campbell Ky. Also Pvt Hugh Sheridan transferred from Fort Knox to Camp Campbell Ky wife near Tennessee. Sgt Frank Poesel returns to Nakina Ontario after furlough visiting Eagle Lake relatives. Carl Austin and Pormond Graves posted at Sheppard Field Wichita Falls sending greetings.
Training worth millions is described by Second Class Petty Officer Buddy Randon who arrived Sunday night on furlough from San Diego. He speaks of the valuable training and experiences, weighs just 14 pounds, and notes no con after leaving for service.
The Eagles host Wharton tonight in a two game basketball double header at the local gymnasium. The A and B games start at 7:30 PM with the second game following. Previous visit to Wharton ended in a 15-30 loss and the team has since trained hard to turn the tide.
The county and city seek tin can compliance as December totals show a shortage of cans. Officials urge residents, hotels, cafés, and apartments to cooperate and return all tin cans within the 1 mile Houston area to support war needs. Mayor Welford cites federal law preventing loss of cans and notes a fair supply is still needed.
Rev A W Didner recently ordained was appointed by Rev C B Byrne as pastor of St. Rochs parish Mere and the mission Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church Eagle Lake This marks Didners first appointment The first service for the new parishioners will be at 8 30 am Sunday Revised text preserves the essential facts while omitting unclear phrases
Local shop reports abundant sewing and wool supplies arriving this season. Textiles, fibers, and accessories are in plentiful supply for crafters and makers, with customers urged to visit for a wide selection and steady stock.
The fragmentary note references a correction involving Benen AP and SIS entities, with unclear context and multiple initials. The readable items point to a broadcast or agency shorthand, but no full names, dates, or locations are evident to establish a clear event or outcome.
A 1943 meeting of First National Bank directors elected C. P. Hoye and others to the board. New officers chosen include Hayes Slapheny as chairman and Wood Line Hark as president. The report notes confusion in text and unclear details about roles and names.
Obituary notice records the funeral for Mrs R Thompson with family members listed and Rev William Horewall to preside at the service held today in town. Various relatives including siblings and grandchildren are named along with attendance notes and memorial details.
Rep. McLellan left Sunday for Austin to attend the convening of the State Legislature. Chas. McLellan plans to resume weekly letters detailing the session. Governor Stevertson delivered a brief message urging economy and warning against unwise spending as the session opened with optimism.
Official report from the Shell well Neuhaus No. 1 near Provident City states the well has been blowing out for three days. Local residents, including Mr and Mrs Jos Luna and Dickie Favoretth, were observed in the area as reports describe ongoing activity and nighttime sights.
A compact report details maneuvers by the army in the Altair area. It notes troop movements, strategic positions, and logistical highlights. No casualties are reported in the readable text.
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