20 Jul 1967
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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1967
Page
1
Public invitations announce the dedication of two Catholic halls this Sunday. Father Didner of Parperial ation for Sal be 'erinth im common s attend, with plans for a communal gathering and ceremony.
Presbyterians start a Vocation Bible School program this coming Monday with sessions planned for the week. Church leaders invite members and neighbors to participate in the instructional and devotional activities.
A teleprinter veteran Drew Shell has officially retired after 43 years of service. He began his career at Séafhern Tailrerd Company and concluded active duty on July 6. Community friends extend congratulations as Shell leaves a long record of dedication.
The downtown Trazle Lake Chamber of Commerce allocates about 1900 in decor orders for a holiday display. Plans include street banners across main streets, bumper stickers, window decals, and 5000 brochures, funded to boost Unity season advertising while noting motel and hunting ads benefit from the campaign.
County petition seeks designation of Coloredo County as a brucellosis centre area. The hearing is scheduled for August 7, 1967 at 1:30 am in the Sam Houston State Office Building Austin, with cattle producers invited to speak for or against the petition. If opposition is lacking, testimony may begin September 29, 1987.
Mrs Dice Wood of Sinton Texas announces her husband Dick Wood becomes owner of Wiese Drive In Grocery and Washateria on East Main Street. He resumes operation after the death of the former owner. Mrs Wood remains in Bayle Lake and thanks the community for support while the business operated. Citizens extend welcome and best wishes to the new owners and the business continues at its location.
Weimar police charged Gordy Runire, Tesnards Silliven, and others after an incident on Tile T2ta scene south of Weimar. They faced threats and aggravated assault counts as authorities clarified the arrests and ongoing investigation.
A local store reported a cash theft affecting the business as details narrow to a rough timeline around July 3. The incident occurred as staff processed routine operations and security footage is being reviewed. A hospital report notes a stroke survivor remains under medical care with family prayers for recovery.
Reported Thursday a Pate Suto Repair Shop owner in Baghlak was slightly injured when a westbound pickup collided with a truck at an intersection. Witnesses say Captain Zahradnick, wounded in Vietnam, remained hospitalized as authorities investigated the crash and mapped the scene at the crossing.
A garbled wartime dispatch reports Marine Sergeant Foster wounded in action in Viet Nam near Saigon. The text references multiple individuals and places with unclear formatting, but centers on a U S Marine Corps casualty and related medical treatment at a military hospital.
Svanihel is named chairman of the state Knights of Columbus committee. The appointment places him as leader of the Catholic fraternal group in the region, with duties overseeing charitable activities and council operations.
William Krenek eyes the State FFA Presidency at the upcoming convention. The feature notes his family background in farming and lists key figures connected to his candidacy including mentors and chapter leaders.
A fragmented note recalls opening beer season on a January 11 with BOE shooting but no spikes. The article mentions various local details, gatherings, and schedules, including a garbled reference to authorities, events, and community notices tied to hunting and wildlife, while preserving the era’s tone and partial citations.
Ragley Lake resident Captain Terrell earns Bronze Star for Vietnam service. Reported as Richard H. Terrell, husband of Loma McCreary Terrell, the ceremony honors his unit’s actions and his role with the 48th Pa Sta Office.
Abilene likely community event listing notes a free screening of Gunfight In Abilene at Rice University auditorium this Saturday. The fragmentary notice references a public cinema showing and mentions possible related events on the same page.
The public is cordially invited to a Luther League Ice Cream Social this Sunday at the church. Proceeds support church activities and youth programs.
The Colorado County Commissioners Court adopts a resolution urging the Texas State Highway Department to approve and build a Farm-to-Market Road from Eagle Lake to Sealy, to improve direct access to Interstate 10 and boost agricultural development. The court offers right of way readiness and requests timely action while confirming ongoing support from local business leaders.
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