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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1946
Page
1
Mrs Culpepper sails to join her husband in China amid uncertain travel arrangements. The brief item notes her departure and intention to reunite with family abroad as global movement during that period continues.
A fragmented note references the county grand jury for the February term and directs attention to the district court. The text preserves the mention of February and jury action, with obscured names and duties.
Excel Smith buys Shell service station from C. C. Eppe on the highway near Ramsey Hotel. Smith, formerly of Shenden, takes over management and promises superior service. solicits patronage from local motorists.
A Texas pastor, Dr. Vaught, recently appeared on the Baptist Hour broadcast. He formerly led the University Baptist Church and resigned to become pastor at a newly organized Trmsnue taplite Church, with the program highlighting his four hours till present and the 1945 background in denuery.
A messy OCR fragment describes rain and cold across the United States with hints of continued unsettled conditions into the weekend. References to forecasts, dates, and scattered mentions of locations are unclear, offering limited concrete details or named entities.
Evelyn Swenson of Houston Area Pune weds Alfred Hunt in Houston in January afternoon ceremony. Bryan, minister, officiated. Raul Swenson of Herstan and Walter Hughes attended. The couple plans a honeymoon trip and resides in Alaska. Congratulations and best wishes.
Bill Barry, 34, a brakeman for the Santa Fe Railway, died last Saturday after a stroke at his sister Susie Hale's home in Eagle Lake. Services were held Monday afternoon at 2 oclock from the funeral home. Survivors include four sisters and a brother, with burial at Lakeside Cemetery.
Army Air Forces Chief General Henry H. Arnold sent a condolence letter to WR Hintnse family after Lt Colonel Winton disappeared in December 1943 over the South West Pacific. Hinton, veteran of over ten years, was last active during a mission in the Pacific theater. His memory will be honored at Texas Christian University Fort Worth.
Eagles edge Wharton B 24 2 as Murrey of Snapton led with 8 points while Larimer of Hagle Lake scored 8. Next Tuesday the Eagles visit Tremond for a 64 1 14 win in which Walker led with 21 for the Eagles, and Bagden topped Rich mond with 13 in a 7 4 12 scoring spree tied by a late thriller ending in a 7 0 0 4 3 0 score.
Oil field activity reports show Skelly O2 Company No 1, James Summans, and Gulf Producing drilling near Colorado County and El Campo area. Wells reach depths around 5444 feet in hard shale with production metrics and casing details cited. operations span Wanthon and Dahoval fields with multiple operators including Floyd Chars ten.
The Shell Gil Company week reports activity at Atma Mt TyayTor area. Jee Se Air and Mr NL Birdnor, recently moved to Chesterville, reside in the former Medsker home recently purchased by MY and Mrs E C Cassady.
At a Tuesday meeting Eagle Lake city officials and local business leaders discussed a proposal from Central Power and Light Company offering to supply the city with a water and light system. The council postponed a decision and planned to hear citizen opinions at a future session amid petitions in the business district.
Readers urged to donate usable clothing and shoes at the American Fire Growers Office next Thursday January 2 to aid the needy worldwide. Volunteers stress clean, serviceable garments with tags. many regions face harsh winter shortages and shelters rely on such offerings. Local churches coordinate this Victory Clothing effort, appealing for coats boots and bedding to assist families in Grieve Fuland and Yugoslavia and other affected areas.
A Wednesday blaze at the Pine Lake Packing Plant caused total destruction and left owners insured but unsure of rebuilding. The plant operated under Herder Packing Company, previously San Antonio links, with key figures and staff affected as fire crews battled the flames and the cause remains under investigation.
Members of the American Legion recall a past meeting and invite all veterans to attend the forthcoming session. The gathering aims to review active projects, seek cooperation, and discuss Legion work and future events.
Mrs W W Little remains critically ill in Houston Hospital as family members visit and others express concern. The note references kin including her daughter Mig and mentions local contacts and ongoing attempts to reach timely medical updates.
A notice reports Mrs. Krider learning of the death of her brother Hiri Lauer of New Bethlehem. The family asks for sympathy from friends and neighbors as they mourn after returning in September from travel with their trio.
Posthumous Distinguished Service Cross awarded to C.J. Mieulka for bravery while serving with Coast Artillery Corps in the Luzon campaign. General Edward B. Willson notes award follows president's directive. ceremony details to be arranged by the commanding general. Mieulka, born June, died in action near Bil Hon during April 24, 194? battle.
Mr. CT Schaedel led a missionary program on Africa, recounting Belgnum Congo service from 19LT to 1929 and urging Methodist youth to support mission work. Attendees included women from city churches and the Women’s Society of Christian Service, who contributed clothing and funds.
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