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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1946
Page
1
Readable text notes a discussion of Highway No 200 at an Austin meeting. Mentions representatives and a trade commission but details are garbled with unclear names and positions. The fragmentary record notes a decision was refused due to specific distance concerns.
The remains of Mrs Emily M Westmoreland were laid to rest Thursday after a period of illness. Born near Benny Illinois she had lived in Houston and was a member of the Eastern Star hotel chapter and the Methodist Church. She leaves two sons Crase Westmoreland Jr of Houston and another son in Holiptey and two grandchildren with surviving sister and brothers.
Company workers attended a dinner and safety meeting in Rotary Hall on Thursday evening January 17. Safety Engineer JE Jones of the company conducted the session. District Chief Clerk CC Parts and Tiduston officials were present, with six company employees from Sweeney joining. The event featured a motion picture of interest to the gathering.
Simkin White 94, a county 4 H Gold Star member, will enter two Hereford calves from the Poyner Ranch Hinatod into stock shows in Dallas and Dilbin. One calf weighed 178 pounds early期, the other 735 pounds in the care of the boy’s 4 H club. The effort is supported by Dallas businessmen and the Agriculture Extension Service of Texas A&M. The event spans dates from October to December with arrangements for participation in the Fat Stock Show and related fairs.
The report notes activity in Wharton and Colorado fields with Wells and pools tested or planned. Key entities include Jantar, Alma V. Traylor, The Texas Company, and Stovall, with references to 560 feet NW of Gus F. Stovall and an 80 acre tract in L. P. Ogden survey. Mag ponia continues preparations near Chesterville but has not started the well.
BSE Bouldin and his family reside in Columbus living in an apartment at city hall He will serve as a member of the Columbus volunteer fire department and assist A. W. Weiss in patrol duties scheduled to begin soon
Veteran service members from Madison Wisconsin and Eagle Lake Minnesota receive discharges. Willy son of Mrs 7 Wills of Chesterville earned a wartime discharge after six months overseas and plans a visit with relatives. Victor Valdis of Eagle Lake was discharged from the Army Service Forces and Navy aboard the USS While Plains while visiting relatives in Washington state.Name and place references are included to reflect the reader’s local interest.
Rev J Juandes, noted pastor of the First Baptist Church of Esele Lake, plans a February meeting in Wichita Falls. Friends of Rev and Mrs Lander and their daughter Rah, who moved to Wichita Falls where he leads the church, will attend. Details and arrangements are being finalized by church members.
Representative Chas. S. McLellan of Austin was named a Commissioner on the Texas Centennial of Statehood Commission by Governor Coke R. Stevenson. He accepted with pride, noting his Texas roots and long service, having come to Texas at twenty one and built a career in the state.
Gulf Service Station changes ownership as W. Traflon announces sale of the Gulf station west of Universal Garage to Morris of El Campo and his wife Wille son Wayne. The new owners take over this week and invite customer trade while relocating to Eagle Lake.
An experienced photographer based in Eagle Lake aims to serve residents with quick, high quality results. He plans to offer his affordable photography services within a short timeframe and hopes to build a steady client base.
A community drive ends Thursday as Victory Clothing collects garments for all faiths and youth groups. Donations from residents support families in need, with organizers urging broad participation and explaining how the campaign aids local and national relief efforts.
Levi Adkins will be buried in Lissie Saturday with funeral services set for three o clock in the afternoon from MO Bunera. He leaves a wife six children and a host of friends with many grandchildren and great grandchildren surviving. The funeral follows his death after a long illness and is expected to be attended by relatives from Windis Lissie Howston and nearby towns.
Eagle Lake B team beat Heling 26 to 6 as Eagle Lake A topped Ube Bolin 46 to 17 with Selph scoring 17. Rams lost to EL Campo 13 to 19 while Turtle led EL Campo with top points. A big crowd expected tonight at Ray Cry High School for two games featuring the A and B squads.
The Diocesan Council gathered in Galveston with Rev Clintort Quin of Houston presiding. Principal speakers included Dry Chameey D Leake of the University of Texas and Rt Rev John Hines Bishop Co Adjutant. Associated women held a meeting at the Buccaneer Hotel while a banquet occurred at the Hotel Galver with guests Mrs Gideon and daughter Sally visiting from Garwand.
Messages from Corporal Isidora Ramirez in Harmony Field Guam describe nearly 6 000 officers and men under protest of War Department redeployment orders. Promotions and ballots loom as Texas voters prepare for 1946 decisions while service members report love and family news. Aluminum is noted as the most abundant metal welded by the earth's crust.
The East Zone of the Austin Missionary Women’s Service Council plans a January 31 meeting at the Methodist Church. Guest speaker Miss Kathryne J. Bich, WSC S field worker and Taylor University graduate, will discuss the Women’s Society of Christian Service structure and officer duties. She has traveled widely in Asia, South America, and other regions.
The Tax Office will stay open until midnight on January 31 as the 1946 deadline approaches. The state highway department announced delivery of vehicle license plates to county offices and owners will extend the payment period with no penalty until midnight April 1.
Byrnee bus line owners James F. Symes and Zaier Lee Byrnes receive four permits to extend service from Wharton to Eagle Lake. The new order allows departures from Wharton and travel along a defined route to Eagle Lake, adding intermediate stops and a schedule.
Mrs Sophia Whitten received a telegram on Friday January 18 informing her of the death of her brother in law Oscar Oberg of Howstan Te, a member of ELA weal No 1273. Funeral services were held at two o'clock Saturday afternoon with Rev Louis DeProese officiating. Burial was at Forest Park Cemetery.
Miss Lora Baring resumes duties at Rice Institute Houston after a seven week absence spent with her mother Mrs Ly Baring. The report notes her return following family-related leave.
Kalman of Baytle Lake was named an officer for the 19s March of Dimes campaign at a Columbus meeting. The drive aims to help conquer polio in the United States. Tickets are being sold countywide for a January 30 event at Meyerke Hall with Lad janda and an orchestra. Harbert of Columbus serves on the ticket committee. Community donations are welcomed and will be forwarded to Mr Kalman.
An Associated Press report from California notes the arrival of the 11 Man group, part of the American Reparations Committee, investigating Japan pay measures for the United States government. Masowell of Tacoma, son-in-law of Mr and Mrs RF Westmoreland of Eagle Lake, deputy chief of the Commission, said the group found Japan pay merchandises as expected and that the amount and rate will be established. Westmoreland, visiting relatives in Tetoma, stated Mr. after his Washington report.
Richard Yett son in law of Mrs Sallie Westmoreland of Eagle Lake died of a heart attack early Friday near Port Lavaca. The 14 year old Austin attorney, son of former Mayor W I Yett, was buried in Austin on Saturday. He leaves a wife Bliss Ruth Westmoreton and a daughter Bobby Wilson.
Chester Glasier named Post-Chaplain of the John Post American Legion. Elected officials include DB. S. Taylor and Thora P. Haley. Urges full membership drive with Charlie Burgun and others. Plans discussed for improving Legion Hall with gas heating and winter comforts.Meeting set for Tuesday evening January 25 with all members urged to attend.
Morning and evening services planned at the Presbyterian Church near Lake names and times unreadable in the fragment. The note mentions Eagle and Journey BT but details are unclear.
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