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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1945
Page
1
A patchwork of Civil War era clipping notes recalls newspaper shortages during the siege of Vicksburg Mississippi and the 1863 surrender. It mentions editor errors, university investigations, and ST P A meetings, with wry asides about war coverage, print design, and staff changes.
Judge Max Conner reports the sudden death of his brother Henry Deak Conner at his Arlington home from a stroke. He was 60, formerly of Eagle Lake, survived by his wife who predeceased him, four children, a brother Judge Max of Eagle Lake, A B Conner of San Antonio, and two sisters. Friends express sincere condolences.
Announcement of the marriage of Doris Mae Lee to Private First Class William Arthur Geisenberg in a January 21 double ring ceremony at the groom's sister home in Houston. Attendants included Mrs. J W Bradford and Wesley Bradford. Couple to reside in Garwood where the groom is stationed.
The Cities Service rig moved from Frank Stephens 1c at Ramsey to Struss No 1, four miles north of Columbus. Drill crews expected to spud today after completing surface equipment and tank battery installation.
The marriage of Miss Marie Henneke daughter of Mr and Mrs Leo Henneke and Private Ervin W III was held Tuesday at 9:30 am. Rev A W Didner officiated. The bride wore a brown two piece dress with pastel blue sequin trim and brown accessories. Leona Henneke sister of the bride was maid of honor in a blue dress with brown accessories. The couple hosted a late noon dinner for close relatives.
Cpt. McCarty Glyes notes France observations while Cpl. Bruce McCarty writes of a New Year show, a Saratoga Trunk screening, and satire on war depictions. Home from overseas, NL: Lt. James Elkins in Nederlandsch speaks of heat and mystery reading aboard ship. Local soldiers detail actions with the 30th Division, Old Hickory, from St Lo to the Roer, with many decorations. Transfers and promotions include Warrant Officer Herbert Glueck and Lt. Frank Norris Jones. Two sons in combat, Andy Rollins and Jack Rollins, are noted in the Philippines and Europe respectively. A radio gunner from Garwood, Henry Boenisch, joins the 15th AAF in Italy with a veteran group. Updates on Charles Walker in Hawaii and Ray Zahradniels in the Philippines conclude the column.
A Rotary Club meeting in Rotary Hall drew about a dozen boys aged 12 to 13 to form a second Boy Scout Troop sponsored by Rotary. Final registration was set for tonight at 7 30, with D R Wintermann Rev Shas Culpepper Jr Rev J W Griffin and R B Davis as committee and Scoutmaster. Several boys paid subscriptions to Boy Scouts magazine Boys Life, as the Lions Club already supports a troop.
Louis C. Henneke died suddenly while plowing near Bernardo on January 16. Funeral held at St Roch's Church with Rev A W Didner officiating. Survived by wife Thresa stock, daughter Eva Nell Garling, his mother, six sisters, four brothers and many in Bernardo community.
The Shell Office reported Thursday noon that Knoche No 1 was drilling at 6471 feet. Plow Realty No 7 was drilling at 529 feet while Plow Estate No 1 was drilling at 5000 feet.
Rotary meeting featured a program by Colorado River Project engineers led by Col. H. M. Yost and Major H. R. Norman. Attendees included visiting Rotarians and service members from Camp Maxie and A. O. M. 3c. The talk covered the river levees, flood control measures, and bayge-tolis in the area, stressing community impact and ongoing efforts.
Robert Ransom Ferguson died at Albert Schuhmann Hospital East Bernard after medical treatment. Born September 17, 1892 in Weimar he lived most of his life in Yoakum and moved to Eagle Lake two years ago. A World War I veteran he was wounded and spent time in Army hospitals. Funeral services were held Monday at 3 PM at Atlin Street Baptist Church Yoakum with Rev W H Mahler officiating. He is survived by wife Lula Ferguson two daughters Lula Mae and Dorothy Marie of Eagle Lake a son Robert Ferguson a sister Daisy Schoenfield of Ta Iton Texas two brothers Henry of Yoakum Owen T of Sublime and several nieces and nephews. The American Legion Post of Yoakum conducted burial at Oak Grove Cemetery.
Sinclair No. 1 Tulane Gordon, reported Thursday, has reached 11,700 feet and is preparing to test. The well sits one mile from the discovery well in the Frelsburg area of the New Ulm section.
Edward Lloyd Sparkman, 49, a former Eagle Lake resident and roofing contractor, died Sunday in Huntsville after telling a household member he would nap. Funeral held Sunday in Huntsville, Rev. H. M. Ward officiating. burial at Winnsboro. Survived by wife and two sisters. He had planned to return to Eagle Lake with his wife.
Howard Payne College students praise Wyatt Graves in the Yellow Jacket newspaper. A dinner party in the dormitory showcased entertainment features as Graves sang Bezalahten Up And Fly Right unaccompanied, drawing favor from local friends and campus peers.
The Lissie community mourns as Mrs. Ben McCormick dies after years of illness. Funeral at First Evangelical Church Lissie followed by burial in Eagle Lake Lake Side cemetery. Survived by seven children, siblings, and eleven grandchildren. pastor Rev H N Peterson officiated.
Mrs. C. W. Herndon has received the Purple Heart sent by the government for meritorious services of her son Pvt. Ernest A. Herndon who sacrificed his life on the road to Berlin in Luxembourg while defending his country.
Fire Department answered a call around noon Sunday to the home of Nick Munoz. No injuries reported and damage was contained before the fire crew arrived, leaving the area with minimal exposure.
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