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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1957
Page
1
A Sunday crash near Lissie left one person dead and four injured. Authorities reported the wreck occurred on a rural road asEmergency responders rushed to the scene. The victims included local residents, with investigators collecting details at the hospital and the crash site. Further updates were expected as the investigation progressed.
Universal Motor Company announces a display event featuring 1957 Ford trucks this Friday. The show aims to showcase new 1987 Ford trucks amid promotional activity at the Gay Street location.
The lobby at the Total past of fice will open Sundays and holidays at 6 30 AM instead of 5 06 AM. Th Hargrove Srath records a shift in opening hours with Saturday and Sunday availability noted in the notice.
PTA committee chairperson says the survey is urgent for child protection and school safety. Parents are asked to ensure their children receive polio vaccine shots, with forms collected for distribution and tracking by schools.
The Gulf Coast Hereford Breeders Association stages a show and sale in Columbus on Friday February 8. The event runs the show at 9:00 am and the sale begins at 1 pm featuring about 70 animals including bulls and cows drawn from 21 counties. Eight pens hold three animals each, with lineups reflecting years of association work. The sale, held at American Legion Park, is planned to proceed rain or shine.
County financial statement for Colorado County for the year 1956 appears in this issue. The report shows total current assets around 20 million dollars and interest bearing debt at year end of roughly 358 thousand.
County officials announce plans to include a 12.5 mile highway project in advance. The state highway commission will review alignment and funding details as part of the planned improvement.
A county agricultural committee urges cotton growers to sign acreage reserve agreements by March 1. Eligible farmers may enroll under the Soil Conservation program with offers tied to farm size and compliance. The deadline triggers established reserve terms and potential payments.
ELHS hosts Family Night with admission for a family group at 4 PM for 50 cents. Girls basketball Eagle Lake vs Sheridan start at 7 09 PM, followed by the boys Eagle Lake vs Nendville. Coaches invite all families to enjoy an evening of basketball and community.
Garwood telephone service plans a Feb installation switching to Plymouth S prefix and Ohio- area numbers. B. H. Suenke, manager, says new system will roll out soon with Stromberg Carlson equipment and long distance operators retained during transition until Southyustes Bell completes preparations to accept long distance calls.
The notice warns January 31 deadline for remitting taxes without penalty and mentions upcoming elections this year. It urges readers to file taxes promptly and reminds about voting opportunities in local and state races.
The Eagle Lake and Gurwood divisions of the American Rice Growers Cooperative Association sponsored the event with Desle L. Moore and the Spunky Agents My. Moore leading the program. Richard Clipson presided as master of ceremonies, with speakers detailing the Texas Rice Promotion Association and TEPA efforts to boost demand.
County extension officials in Foxx County announce a February 7 meeting in Columbus at the Gisteiik courtroom to discuss cotton program topics. Speakers from Texas A and M Extension Service will address mechanization, harvesting, grading, marketing, and production efficiency, with county agents and cotton specialists in attendance.
Garwood resident Lester Bunge was named an ambassador for the San Antonio Exposition announced by E W Bickett, exposition president. The 1857 exposition aims to be the largest in history to date, to be held at the Bexar County Coliseum with plans for a forthcoming show and World Championship Rodeo coverage.
The Texan Trail Hiders reservation announces the third annual ride along the Spanish Trail from Altalo to San Antonio. Edelingon, president of the organization, presides over the event at the Great Ranch. The ride begins around 5 a.m. with a barbecue at the Stroll Cra4 venue as the group gathers for the Bexar County Cruise.
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