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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1932
Page
1
Fragmentary item notes dances scheduled for June with mentions of individuals Hodde and Hodde family returning home from unspecified events. Names C R R and Westmoreland appear as references to residents or hosts. The text is incomplete and obscured.
Congressman Mansfield is due back from Washington on Saturday and will be met at Rosenberg to be escorted to his home. He plans to deliver an address on arrival and speak at a celebration the following day. Local supporters expect his visit to boost turnout in Reply Lake and Colorado areas.
Gas well near Garwood released a heavy vapor cloud seen for miles as a two inch pipe connection failed during testing. Coyle, a visitor, reports the cloud obscured vision and a dangerous gas flow close to the surface. Local residents and officials assess whether the Garwood field can yield a productive gas producer with appropriate casing and equipment.
Jerome Lands, son of Mr and Mrs Hur Lands of Eagle Lake, underwent a minor operation at Bernininn Hospital in Houston. His family visited him, and nurses report he is doing nicely and expected to recover at home with his parents for about a month.
Mr Ripple, a farmer from Garwood, reports his veteran cow gave birth to triplets last Sunday. The three calves are healthy and growing well, with the farmer noting promising prospects for future growth.
A note announces a large stag barbecue for rice farmers from Eagle Lake and nearby areas at Barbette on the Sagurcay golf ground. Organizer details include C. J. Wintermann Hayes Sto the Tare Association and Dusan from Chesterville. The event is planned for the government afternoon, a week from next Saturday.
Greta Garbo returns in As You Desire Me at the Avalon Theatre with George Fiermaurice directing a sea voyage setting. The production features Valyn Dauglay, Erich Von Stohemn, and Owen Moore in a 1930s style studio cast, with scenes filmed near Santa Barbara and Ibiza inspired locales.
Revival meeting led by Rev A W Dequire of Austin begins Sunday at Eagle Lake Presbyterian Church. Organizers urge broad denominational cooperation and invite all to join. Daily Vacation Bible School opens Tuesday July 5 with registration and programs for ages 4 to 12, 8 to 11 am. Worship schedule lists Sunday service at 10 am and evening events.
Mrs. J He Uday, 79, dies at home by buling late Wednesday. Funeral held Thursday with Harris family members attending. Church notices note Sunday Bible school at 9 45 morning service at 10 40 and revival events. Thursday Bridge Club hosts three tables at Mrs Hives Stephens home with local guests.
Martha Grace Killough hosts the Junior Bridge Club with three tables on Wednesday afternoon and one guest Miss Prath Wink of Gleaden. Rose Berger captained the high score followed by Betty Jule Terral for the consolation. Hostess served pimento sandwiches pickles potato chips and lemonade. Family visits note Mrs J F Guillest’s return from San Antonio after two weeks and Lucille Ney accompanying her home. Elizabeth Huffington of Austin visits grandparents and Eagle Lake friends rejoice in her return as does Mr and Mrs J H Blasdel of Houston.
Farmers around Eagle Lake report heavy showers this week boosting corn moisture and promising a good yield. Rainfall varies across farms with lighter totals south of the area, but overall moisture improves prospects as fields recover from drought.
Hal Skelly appears in The Struggle at the Avalon Theatre starting Tuesday. The article recalls an earlier stunt with elephants causing injury during a performance by Skelly and circus acts, highlighting the risky nature of his act with the Barnum and Raley circus.
Mrs. Mikita Brast near 104 died last Friday June 24 at the home of her son Theo Brast in the Cat Spring Bernarde area after a long life marked by family care. Born September 22 1828 in Preissen Germany she came to America in 1874 with her husband and five children. She leaves five sons nine grandchildren nineteen great grandchildren and many relatives.
W. R. Berowell of Sam Angelo, an employee of Brown-Abbas Construction, suffered a broken right elbow Monday while a crane crank struck his arm during road release work near Perth driver. He was taken to Buck Lake for treatment. Berowell has worked for Brown-Abbott Company ten years.
Candidate Kunetka appeals to Colorado County voters in Coluutus Texas urging support for reform in the treasurer's office. He promises a clean, responsible administration and asks residents to back his bid with confidence and local pride.
A garbled seemingly historical text references Americans losing money and a controversial donation. The passage mentions Irish events and a shocking incident ending with a death, suggesting a public welfare debate and political context. The readable parts point to financial questions, a large donation, and social concerns.
Avalon Theatre offers a week of extra good bills with Greta Garbo in as You Desire Me and other features like Riders of the Desert and The Doomed Station. Programs include Dandmaster and Divorce Made, with Bal Skelly and Zia Johnson among billed acts. Eagle Lake residents urged to attend all shows, nightly.
A fragmented OCR passage discusses vouchers, cash payments, and a proposed wartime bonus. References to Congress, veterans, and Washington hint at policy debate over funding, distribution, and economic impact. The garbled text limits precise details and entities.
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