Rotary club meeting recalls soil erosion crisis in Texas
The Basle Das Rotary gathering on the sixth heard a speech by Mr Armstrong highlighting the rapid topsoil loss across Texas. He cited figures showing soil yields dropping from 63 to 20 bushels per acre over time and warned landowners face worsening erosion due to insufficient conservation efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tuy
Basle Das Rotary
Peetic Julison
Rotary Club
Armstrons
Sears
Texas
Atre Vielis
Long Week-end to Close Stores on July Fourth
Eagle Lake residents enjoy a long weekend as city stores close on Monday July 4 for Independence Day. The note marks the last holiday of the V-3 Day week-end and mentions August 15 and V-J Day on August 14, which falls on a Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagle Lake
Sli
D. &. Taylones Write Brom Cool Colorado Card
A fragmentary note reports D. and Taylones planning a trip from Colorado to Mesa Verde via Grant Junction and Metkes, with a celebration set for the 2nd of Daly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. &. Tayloes
Colorado
Mesa Verda Fark Tumue
Grant Junction Vetesaw
Metkes
Daly
Shell To Build Provident City Gasoline Plant
Shell announces plans to construct a large gasoline plant at Provident City with a capacity near 20 300 barrels daily. The facility will source crude from the Provident City, Hope, Brushy Creek and Englehart fields and produce products for Texas Eastern Tracts. Construction has begun on the gathering system and the plant is expected to be operational by the summer of 1850.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pru Wien
Tucketsor
Houston
Tasorpai
Jes
Sheridan
Provident City
Hope
Brushy Creek
Tve Englehart
Feta
Texas Eastern Trattsa Corporation
Finor Corporation. Ltd
Werk Wud Steh
Eagle Lake Bey to Speak at Colly Memorial Methodist
Eagle Lake Bey, a young local from Eagle Lake, will serve as guest speaker at the Evangelical United Brethren Church. He will address the morning service Sunday, July 3, at Colly Memorial Methodist Church. All are invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagle Lake Bey
Rey Joe Anderson
Eagle Lake
Evangelical United Brethern Church
Colly Memorial MethodMist Church
Baptist Revival Ends With Tonight's Service
A revival meeting led by Rev. J. Mebin Ray at the Einet Baptist Champ of Cartshad concludes tonight with a closing service. Col. Watkins is scheduled to speak, and the event has drawn local attendees from S Win and nearby areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Feyar Baptist
J. Mebin Ray
Einet Baptist
Cartshad
Col . Watkins Wwe
Combines Cut Harvest Costs On Large Rice Farms in Arkansas
A Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station and Bureau of Agricultural Economics report finds combines reduce harvest costs on large rice farms. On 156 farms in Eagle Lake area, self propelled combines saved time and labor, lowering production costs per acre and per bushel despite higher equipment and financing expenses. Drying facilities impact remains critical. in 1947 farmers using combines averaged 18.5 cents per pound of dry rice, with drying delays limiting storage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arkansas
Arkansas Agricultural Experiment ‘Station
Bureau of Paristural Economics
Eagle Lake
Kansas
Research and Marketing
Arkensas
Wupplive
Finder's
Avai
Former Prof Of Rev Tupper To Hold Meeting
Evangelistic meeting announced by Rev Ro bert Tupper of Liesie Evangelical United Brothers Church. Services begin Sunday July 40 and run through Sunday July 24 at 7 oclock each evening in Liesie Community Hall. Rev Tupper cites Br D H Gilliatt as evangelist with Prof Lee Harnlleties and Practical Theology from Banebrake. Gilliatt, Indiana Central College alum and Bone brake Theological Seminary alumnus, will direct the mission. Gilliett was Tupper’s professor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert
Tupper
Thet Church
Liesie
D. H. Gilliatt
Lee Harnlleties
Banebrake Theological Seminary
Dayton
Chie
de Gilliaet
Rev
Indiana Central College
Indianapolis
Indiana
Bonebrake Theological Seminary
Tayton
Ohio
Paing
Sonebrake Seminary
Gillisti
Mosis
Tr. Gillett
Tuppen
Fussell's Little Man Grand Champion at Brazoria Colt Show
B D Fussell topped the Brazoria County Colt Show in West Columbia with four month old colt Little Man bred by R T Underwood of Wichita Falls and owned by Fussell. Redbird filly Redwood sired by Silvertone, also from Underwood, placed second. Fussell praise includes the quality of Underwood stock and his belief these are two of the nicest colts in the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B.D. Fussell
Rite Heryes
Brazoria County
West Columbia
Mr. Fussell
Litte Man
Siy Silvertone
Dlan Georgia Lee
R. T. Unserwood
Wichita Walls
Little Man
Heslen
Red‘aird
Silvertone
Miss Redwood
Woiderwood Farm
United States
Redfard
Fussell
Mr. Pussell
Farmers Bulletins for 290 Leaflets by Congress Members
A reader note describes 290 farmer bulletins and leaflets issued by Congress members covering crops livestock and farm wires. The pamphlets aim to answer most farm questions and invite readers to order copies via the Headlight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Clare W. Thompson
Lucas Was Once In County Jail and Other Court News
Court notes report Lucas once jailed in Colorado County Columbus and later tried for theft with a jury finding him not guilty. Details include parole actions from Gov. Benifordt Hydes and transfers to Harris County for additional charges. Judge Lester Holt held sessions granting temporary orders and ruling in multiple civil suits with appeals noted.
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Lucas
Ph O. Luess
Benifordt Hydess
Thos- Diaustin Post
Elty Glia
Iit den Lime
Colorado County
Columbus
Jalmiatier Sy Ceed Tram Richwed C. Seni Diskeich
Field
WIC
Lehverol Gangood
Kie Xt
Houstnn
Ikera
Lovston
Harris County
Wes
Lester Holt
Dddge
Oscar Wisceuchine
John Oscar Hauchins
John
Walker
E. Berhert Booth
Galveston
Catherine Ann Keibs
Howard Mayes
Defens - Steavard Mayes
Mayes
Fort Carol
Tae
Holt
State of
Boggess Named President of Lions Club at Altair Dinner
Mir. Boggess assumed leadership of the haple Lake Lions Club during an installation and ladies night dinner at H Way Inn Altair Thursday. M. M. Jones praised outgoing officers and announced the new lineup including I Par ma Ish as vice presidents and W Alley as second vice president. Forty four Lions and guests attended with several members of the community present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. Boggess
Haple Lake Lions Club
H-Way Inn
Altair
M. M. Jones
Mir. Boggess
Mr. Boggess
I Parma
ML DB. Thompson
W. © Alley
Sant Phorale
L. J. Spenshel
Carmen Hilbert
Austin
Ellis Miller
Columbus
Skinner
Ty Nelson
Land
Hargrove Smith
First Patients Seen Wednesday At Laughlin Clinic
Abts Daisy Davis greeted the new Laughlin Clinic as the first patients, Ware Nece and others, were treated on opening day. The one story white structure, adjoining Deghitt Hospital on the Aleale Highway, houses private offices for two doctors, three examining rooms, two reception rooms, X-ray, lab, emergency, and treatment spaces built under contractor Justin A. Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daisy Davis
Rahnote
Vie
Laviuhtin Clute
Har Menve
Uoder
Justin A. Smith
Mrs Pendergrass and Children In Auto Accident
Mrs J N Pendergrass and children Johanie Judy and Virg Einia escaped injury after an auto accident Wednesday morning on Eagle Lake road when their car collided with a gravel truck They were thrown from the vehicle Mrs Pendergrass reported one black eye and minor injuries to Johnnie and others. A second car narrowly stopped to avoid them in the path.
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J. N. Pendergriet
Johanie
Judy
Virg Einia
Pensderaynen
Johnnie
Pendergrass
Thy
Eagle Lake Wiacvan
Bonus
Jonnie
State Legislature Postpones Election Date On Amendments
A notice reports the legislature postponed the election date for amendments after a warrant from Secretary of State Ron Ramsey. The delay affects amendments published in recent weekly issues and reflects official action suspending the previously planned voting date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ron Ramsey
Ramsey
Free Swim Classes By Red Cross And Legion
The Red Cross and Legion announce a two week free swimming course at the local pool. Instruction runs Monday through Friday with morning exam times to be announced. Enrollment is limited and no entry is allowed after programs begin.
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Jocal Chaptey
Legion
Merlyn
Igvik
Mt Che
Cis
Campbell
Watermelon season begins in Eagle Lake
Watermelon season kicks off as shipments from Wharton and Jim Clipsen Rusty Thoms begin. Black Diamond melons range from 5 to 28 pounds, with weather cited as less favorable than last year. Four carloads are slated for shipment, with further shipments expected from Ed Johnson and Richard Clipson union Nellis next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B.H
Wharton
Jim
Ciipsan
Clivier
Ed Johnson
Richard Clipson
Uinlon Nellis
Radio Repair Shop Opens This Week by H Kretzschmar
A new radio repair shop opened this week operated by H Kretzschmar at Doren near Koetesch residence. The owner plans a downtime location soon and aims to offer artillery service and pick-in land assistance.
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H. Kretzschmar
Fingle Lake 18
Cotly
Aiiruseesy Yh Sr
Yntesehmar
Vlad Lige Ooti Lys Vadiy Vepiis
Mme
Wretaschmen
Doren
Koeteschma
Koeteschmate
Dedication Sermon Marks Our Lady Of Perpetual Help Church Opening
Overflow crowd fills Our Lady of Perpetual Help as rain spites the ceremony. Bishop blesses the altar and water while Reverend St Adehat leads prayers in a Solemn High Mass. Numerous priests deacons and lay ministers assist. many confirmed join the parish in the landmark dedication.
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Church of Our Lady of Perpetual Help
Miles Thermian
Our Lady of Perpetual Help
St. Adehat
Aja Tidner
Piheer
Eawad Geiser
Frelsburg
Vr Brussard
Kesenberg
Craton Leonerd
Buxkemper
Puther Lad Kuimicheck
Fredek
Kune
East
Bernard
Krause
Colembus
Columba Barist
Dineie Jechetz
Walter Frike
Thuvifer Ang Loat
Les
Santer Kuchecks
Albert Puxterovsky
GJ Reicher
D. D
Warren D. Makes Maiden Voyage To Gulf
The Warren D. began its first trip to the Gulf from the Port Rish yard, with owner Wilson confirming the boat’s launch after a year and a half of work. Crew noted a 9 am departure, potential bridge clearance concerns, and a long, meticulous build by Wilson aided by four helpers.
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Warren D
Gulf
Ifrina
Wilson
Palaains
Ulery
Etrunk
Alli Bridge
Stemle
Duge
Fabor
Jean
Wilton His
Willy de Hunnebey
Wien
Wilsnit
Pest
Sears
Port rCausnar
Port Likaen
Early Rice and Repursal Stories Highlighted
Rice figures feature prominently in two items. Cro Lundqvist and Dave Lundquist plan to combine efforts soon near the red island diet site, aiming to reveal a joint effort tied to local interests and forthcoming actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chak
Aimee
Texas
Crolis Lundqvist
Dave Lundquist
Tome
Red Island
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Rotary
Shell
Provident City Gasoline
Ligsie Evangelical United Brothers Church
Brazoria
Boggess
Lions
Laughlin Clinic
Red Gross
Lenny Purkee
Franklin Reese
Virginia
Jim Wien
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