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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1935
Page
5
A scan of a fragmented 1960s style page shows references to heat waves, workers, and public needs. Mentions of swimming resorts, coastal sites, and relief efforts hint at civic actions and leisure spots as communities cope with rising temperatures.
Sunday practice rodeo at Duncan Ranch features a rotor contest and roping events beginning at 1 00 o clock. Participants from near and far attend as extended visits are noted and local officials are mentioned in a flow of short items.
An article by County Agent W H Founs outlines several approaches to controlling leaf wormt. It discusses recommended arsenicals such as calcium arsenate and lead arsenate, suggests mixing ratios with Paris green, and warns about plant burning and crop loss if misapplied. It notes fluid sprays require cheap carrier and cautions against excessive quantities that injure foliage.
A fragmented notice invites parishioners to attend Sunday service at Christ Episcopal Church with Rector Marmion. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate prayer and worship steps, timing around 7.00 a.m. local.
The Weimar Chamber of Commerce agrees to pay about 6600 to aid in salaries for the new farming instructor hired by Weimar High School for the 1936-360d term. M. R. Heuslee, former Sabinal Wich School faculty member, was elected. State funds will cover part of the salary. Carmen Landa left Memphis after a two week visit. Mrs Landa and Larry stay in Texas another month. Duncan Ranch activities ongoing with university teen leader involved.
County agents urge producers to cooperate with field men as compliance sheets must be signed before routes can be delivered. Money allotted for work is limited and exemptions require immediate action. 1925 contracts payments due soon, written notices forthcoming. contact the office for full information.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss the street name change at Palmetta Street or Stockbridge Street near Lakeside Cemetery. It mentions Mrs Ludl Sspewhrides and Chas Divs, Robison, Gy Wager, and says no official records show who renamed the street or why. Memory of old families and council action are referenced without concrete evidence.
Community church hosts a Monday dawn barbecue supper featuring fried meats, pickles, salads, and breads. Attendees including local residents enjoy hymns, songs, and a social gathering that recalls past gatherings and hopes for future community ties.
The Methodist Missionary Society met at Mrs Colley's home Sunday afternoon. Mrs Wogeacoutl and Mrs George Form led the Bible study and prayers. Rev Mr Porman and Mrs Forno led music with Mrs Forman at the piano. New members Duswan, R. C. Pussell joined. The group discussed summer plans and Sunday school arrangements for the coming weeks.
Obituary notes the death of Mrs. E Humphreys of Rock Island on Monday at age 79. Born Caroline Haslam Humphreys in Preston, England, she married EB J Humphreys in 1861 and lived over fifty years in Rock Island area. Survived by husband and ten children with many grandchildren, the family honors her virtuous life and steadfast faith.
Elberta peach shipments have been rising from Buceburg over the past week with prices around 6 to 29 bush. The express company reports the heaviest shipments in three years due to reduced county acreage. Orchard care suffering earlier may yield better returns this year. Mrs. George Gray travels to Minneapolis and St Paul for months with relatives.
The Catholic Altar Society met Tuesday at Mrs. Latin Boles home with full attendance. After brief business, a social hour followed, featuring chicken salad sandwiches, pie, cake, and refreshments. The next meeting is announced for August and will be held at a later location. Names listed include Misses Alice Dostel Lydia Reuther Frances Zemilkce Henry Dostal Alfred Reusher.
Miss Frances Stapleton of Go umbus and Gilbert Ginn dt are mentioned in connection with Ble Lake relief offices and a Columbus tale. The bride has made friends in Eat Lake and many extend congratulations to the couple amid local notices and social details from the community.
The Duncan family and daughter Olive of Enryt spend the heated season in Parawae Switzerland. They traveled to Cape One to visit friends and then sailed from New York, detailing a summer spent abroad with notable plans and movement.
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