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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1970
Page
1
A chamber of commerce committee recommends against a proposed garbage plan after reviewing the proposal and noting it was not fed to the committee for consideration. The room at the big sl building heard Parker Bros Grave point out issues with the plan and the committee’s conclusion.
City council receives a favorable audit detailing expenditures and appropriations. The report shows total expenditures near 158 835 for the year and underscores rising costs versus budget, with figures listed as 24 872 and 27 102 in unspecified accounts. Continued on next page.
County officials in Colorado County announce that the county courthouse in Columbus will close for Saturdays. The decision, signed by County Judge Willard Shhuert and other officials, takes effect last Saturday, July 1, and aims to reduce work hours to forty per week. Officials say exceptions will be made for special cases upon notice and with parties involved.
County Judge Willard says the plan could aid the area if pollution or health concerns arise, noting abandoned gravel pits present risks yet show no immediate health problem. He urges careful handling by officials and supports public records of the commission’s actions while addressing concerns from Lions and residents.
The Tolorado 4 H Horse Club plans a Wednesday night awards program at Memorial Park arena in Columbus at 3 00 pm. The eight week summer program started June 8 with riding events through July 8 and will celebrate with 49 trophies for barrel racing pole bending and roping along with Most Improved awards. A new Sportsmanship trophy and a drawing for a registered quarterhorse colt valued at 790 00 will conclude the event, open to all who participated five times or more.
Mrs. Virginia Uzzell announces the second Uzzell Florist shop to be named Uzzell Florist No. 2 in Eagle Lake at 222 Main Street across from Parker 52nd Ave. The renovated building will carry more stems and items and will serve customers with added convenience while remaining a small operation in Altair. A formal opening is planned later, with Mrs. Uzzell assisted by Jack Rogers of Columbus. Citizens are invited to visit the new location.
Johnson meets Eagle Lake Chamber to discuss possible Saturday morning closure of the local post office. He notes mail dispatch and stamp sales would shift to lobby coin machines and requests a town business pull to urge a formal recommendation to the postmaster.
Eagle Lake police officer Roy Chisum is recuperating at Eagle Lake Hospital this week after an attack of pneumonia. Friends hope to see him up and about soon.
Eb Beckman began in Eagle Lake on July 20 1920 taking over the Sor bel Pharmacy to form Beckman Drug Store one of the oldest local businesses still operated by the same owner neighbors recall his Navy service and early days on Main Street He supervises daily operations and remains a community gathering figure with coffee chats and stories of Eagle Lake’s past.
The adult choir of the Great Olive Baptist Church will host a pancake supper in the church fellowship hall starting at 6 30 pm this Thursday July 2 The menu includes country sausage pancakes syrup or tea with toffee and desserts plates are 1 00 each Donations support the choir The event chair Mrs Ruby Melton can be reached at CE 43545 or CE 4243 The public is invited for food and fellowship
W. K. Lehrer of Garwood owned a 42-foot cruiser that sank about 15 miles offshore from Port of Centre after striking a submerged object. All aboard – Lehrer, his son, and Scott Smyth of Houston – were rescued. Coast Guard responded with planes and a helicopter, delivering life rafts. neighbors and a nearby 23-foot Formula also aided in the rescue. The vessel ultimately sank, with responders continuing to assist as the tow failed and the craft disappeared under the water.
A two car crash about 12 miles west of La Grange on State Wickwards killed Mra Rey Merrem Brasher 92 and her daughter Amy Renee Bra Shey 9 and a per cyreodd man Rex Tamas Brasher all of Weimar. Also killed were three members of the Brasher family and four others injured.
A line from a sunlit page presents a misquoted Bible citation. It reads And before him shall be gathered all nations and he shall separate them one from another as a shepherd divid eth his sheen from the goats. Source appears to confuse Matthew 25:32 with an archaic spelling.
The $870 roe harvest underway in Eagle Lake area with Henry Sunderman and Ralph Thomas cutting Belle Patna rice in Ramsey area. Sunderman harvested about 1250 barrels before weather delayed work. Thomas farmed 60 acres in Ramsey and another 60 in Liaste. Many farmers waiting for prices to drop before full ufa. Rice quality expected better than last year. local rice sale not expected for at least two weeks.
Members and visitors at Colly Memorial Methodist Church are invited to a special service this Sunday morning July 6. The pastor Windel Bell will lead a relaxed worship hour with a two-song old time singing. Congregation members will pick favorite hymns and sing.
The Guadalupe Ladies of the parish hold a Mexican food sale at Guadalupe Catholic Church. The event features tamales tacos and enchiladas with a takeout option. Sales begin at 10 am on Saturday July 25, with various dishes available.
Agnus Smith, a Social Security representative, was due to visit Eagle Lake this week but car trouble prevented the trip. She plans to hold an open meeting in the municipal building council room at 9:40 a.m. next Tuesday July 26 to address residents and answer questions.
The Bhll family and Clyde move to La Porte Texas on Saturday. Susan Phillips, a junior at Aes High School, will remain with Johnny Mettzer family while continuing school. Friends extend best wishes for their new start.
A coalition of Columbus area chambers, city officials, and water districts met to form a new organization to renew efforts for a dam on the Colorado River in the Columbus La Grange region. State reps Jungmishil and Wher outlined prior resolutions and plans while aiming for a Corps of Engineers survey and site selection.
Eugie Lake Community Center Board of Directors held its annual meeting on Monday July 20 to elect officers. New officers are President D A Wiptermann Vice President Mrs Harry Larson Secretary Mrs Raymond Waddell Treasurer Mrs Virginia Snelling and three year term director at large Mrs Joe Reed and Chairman Gene Baker who will handle decoration for the Montezuma Cig.
Davia Euer and Ken Cross direct junior and senior life saving classes at Eagle Lake Jaycee Swimming Pool beginning Monday July 27. Applicants must be seven to fourteen for junior, fifteen and older for senior, pass a swimming test, and pay a fee. Courses are sponsored by Bugle Lake Red Cross and the local Jaycee Swimming Club.
The Church of Eagle Lake will sponsor its annual Vacation Bible School starting Monday July 27 through Wednesday August 2, 2 to 4 p.m. each weekday. Children aged twelve and under are invited to learn and enjoy activities, according to Rev. Raymond, the pastor.
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