Insects Attack Gotten And Alfalfa Fields In Area
Insects attack alfalfa fields in the area with poisoning underway. The report notes damage in the county and mentions cotton and other crops affected by the outbreak.
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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1952
Page
9
Insects attack alfalfa fields in the area with poisoning underway. The report notes damage in the county and mentions cotton and other crops affected by the outbreak.
A local implement company unveiled two new John Deere line tractors with advanced carburetion and improved combustion features. The models named A were shown to press and customers this Saturday at the Bulnic showroom, highlighting major advancements in tractor design.
A Jersey cow on a Rewlord area ranch gave birth to twin calves on a Monday night. The scene drew attention from nearby ranchers as the herd’s owner, L V Duncan, noted it was a rare event for his operation. The mother and twins are reportedly healthy though the sudden fame has not altered daily routines.
Fragmentary note records a visit involving Mire Lester Little Ana daughter in Schulenburg with an agent and an Eagle-Leke reference. Details are unclear but indicate a visitation event tied to a local location.
Joe Boyd was elected president of the Texas FFA at the state convention. The long-time member from Winnsboro was chosen as the 24th president of the Texas Association of Finnse America, serving from 1952 to 1998.
Sample Democratic primary ballot listing numerous county and state offices with candidate names from Texas counties. Includes governor and U S Senate races, chaired by Allan Shivers, with instructions to mark an X and prohibition on possession of the ballot at polling places. The page notes Fort Worth Future Farmers of America convention details and the Lone Star awards.
Ballots will be mailed this week for the Eagle Lake OB Club to elect new secretaries. Members are urged to indicate their choice and return ballots promptly to secretary Fred R. Froka. Other officers elected for the coming year include L. J. Spunihel as president and A. H. Dipple as vice president.
The Order of the Eastern Star picnic will honor Masonic Lodge members and be hosted at Lakeview Golf Course August 1 with invitations to Masons and food committee notices. If rain occurs the event moves to the Community Center and food preparation details will be announced.
Hunter and Patricia Thomas of an unclear location are noted in a damaged text fragment. The readability is limited with fragments referencing names and a place that cannot be confirmed. No verifiable event or outcome is established.
Pvt Bert Larmer of the 6th Armored Division at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri completed a 16 week training cycle. He underwent eight weeks of basic Army life and infantry weapons training and eight weeks of specialized engineering instruction including bridge construction and power tools. He is married to Alma Tarmer of Eagle Lake Texas and will be assigned to specialist schools or as a replacement to another unit.
County PMA Chair Stallmann outlines approved grazing water distribution in Colorado County areas where topsoil prevents standard water supply. Projects require written County Committee approval, report after completion, and documentation of well depth diameter casing and water-producing formation. Funds cover wells near farms or ranches with permanent water systems and separate pumping facilities.
Bre 0 L Mill attends the Texas State Florist Convention in San Antonio. Attendance notes and displays include bridal work, table settings, and a seminar on industry ethics. Mrs Mills is cited for her presentation while other participants discuss flowers and arrangements for various occasions. Also mentioned are local residents Miss Barbara Ani Orsak Gar Louis Balas and family.
Community sale event listed with times 7 to 3 and a planned afternoon session. Vendors and board members set up in the market area for Saturday activities including a beer doors opening and sale events.
Miss Merma Barnes of Sunbeam will join Spalinger Hardware on July 28 and 29 to serve free coffee and demonstrate Sunbeam appliances. Baniware will host friends and customers for the two day event.
Local Lutherans announce a chicken stew supper on July 29 at the parish hall. The event invites attendees to share a ham cooked meal and enjoy fellowship with church members and neighbors. Proceeds support church programs and outreach efforts.
The Eagle Lake team traveled to El Campo for the Tri-River Pumper meet and Rosenberg of Eagle Lake captured third while others from Bellville Mineola and Richmond posted times. Local observer Bis Lee Back visited the Smithville home of Mr. and Mrs. Drew Sheilfat on Friday.
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