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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1970
Page
3
Local notes recount births, illnesses, and gatherings in Garwood and Nada. Families such as the Bitther, Hefner, and Schilling families share Fourth of July barbecues, visits, and post surgery updates. Lisa Lewis returns from Europe. Mrs. W. Meilan hosts guests. hospital stays referenced.
The piece profiles anglers known for always landing the big ones. Hawk, Tex Heth, and John Fox dominate catches, often outperforming peers with lunkers while others reel in smaller fish. The story highlights fishing lore, methods, and the strange pull of watching a rival land the prize four pounders.
An account of seasoned anglers who read waters to locate large bass, noting how knowledge of habitats, ledges, and nearby trees guides casts. A tale of a guide recognizing a big fish as a tanker, and a stubborn fisherman who finally succeeds with a dual rig using large minnows, weighing about eight pounds.
Sgt Gilbert Kiel of the Texas Highway Patrol spoke to the Eagle Lake Rotary Club outlining the Texas Department of Public Safety structure, drug issues, and court handling of narcotics cases. He urged community vigilance, discussed the Texas Safety Responsibility Law, and supported licensing proof of ability. He praised the breathalyzer and cited drunk driving as a major cause of fatal accidents.
A fellowship meeting and singing program is set for 2:30 p.m. this Sunday July 12 at the Assembly of God Church in Eagle Lake. Pastors Rev Mr and Mrs John J Davis invite all to enjoy the singing and fellowship noting that God has blessed each service.
Fourth of July guests of Mr. and Mrs. H. son include Mrs. Troy Jarvis Sr and Richard from Austin, Rev. and Mrs. Troy G Jarvis and family from Portales, Yew Metleo. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Johnson of Baton Rouge. Mrs. Gayle Thomas and family. Mr. and Mrs. neck Daniels. Mr. and Mrs. Walter Broyles and Tersh. Mrs. Richard Dipson Jr. and others from the city. Callers during the afternoon included Mrs. Randy Bridges and daughter of Eagle Lake. Mrs. Bonnie Moss of La Marque. Sandra Thomas of Lindenwood, Ma.. and Mrs. Paul Ten Napel of Pasadena.
Get the freshest veterinary supplies in town at the Eagle Lake Drags, call CL 2502.
Mr and Mrs Ed Erdelt travel to New Ibarta Louisiana for the wedding of Lionel Behramm to Mrs Erdelt’s nephew. The event links the Erdelt family with the Behramm household through a close kinship.
Walter J Henicke Colorado County Precinct 1 writes in response to a prior letter about dumping Houston waste in Colorado County. He questions why the garbage proposal was moved without citizen input and urges readers to vote against bringing Houston garbage to the county. He asks the county commissioners for greater involvement and transparency.
Mr and Mrs Tate and Patricia joined the Wied reunion at the K of Hall in Wharton on Sunday. Clifton Marshall and children of Brendar also attended, visiting with Mr and Mrs Roy Marshall and Davis and the Tates.
Mr and Mrs David Andes son and family from New Orleans La spent three days with his mother Mrs M L Anderson. They departed Tuesday for a visit in Mer Allen Texas and Mexico.
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