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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1926
Page
1
In a detailed county slate, Ferguson leads in Colorado County across multiple offices and districts. Voters backed Ferguson with strong showings in the governor race and various state positions, while opponents trailed in several counties amid a broad tally of local and statewide results.
Relatives of Mrs Brice McCarty editor killed in a Californa autos crash near San Ardy. W H Layne and wife from Los Angeles died when two cars plunged fifty feet from a bridge after swerving to avoid a washout. Survivors included Mrs Maotiv Mootram and several relatives from Temple Hollywood and Berkeley. The scene drew many onlookers as rescuers removed victims and attended the injured amid a chaotic wreckage.
A special election will be held at the civic center in Eagle Lake next Tuesday to fill the vacant alderman seat for the remainder of the term. Nomination details show Dromgovle may be a candidate if no other volunteers arise, with Mooney and Mopney noted in the race context.
Fragmentary OCR shows a Republican primary with scattered vote totals for multiple offices. Names and districts are garbled, but figures like 23 and 24 appear for several posts including governor lieutenant governor attorney general state superintendent and railroad positions.
A chaotic notice describes a $45.90 prize drawing at the Rex Theatre next Monday night. It urges patrons to arrive early for a chance at the prize and mentions a duplicate ticket and house rules, with confusing phrasing about eligibility and additional entries.
Saturday morning near Ramey a rider was injured when his horse fell while denturing stock, breaking his left leg. Dr. W.S. Roberta attended and reported the injury with the rider later able to help himself, though the accident left him badly injured and bedridden for a time.
Deputy Sheriff Duvia secured the wreck scene to deter theft and oversaw the money and jewelry of the victims after a crash involving the Asgeage car and four Bulings.
A Hart-Riuling oil well north of Kage Lake experiences a major gas surge and heavy water blow over the derrick as a drilling operation is interrupted. Promoter Wee Dart expresses optimism that the well will be completed, despite dangerous conditions and delayed work.
A Chevrolet car was destroyed by a fire yesterday near a Bayle Take Mi detour with driver J S Lindser and two daughters injured. The fire occurred at a sharp highway curve just after crossing the Santa Fe railroad as they headed toward Houston. Fire department responded. one passenger sustained minor injuries, others escaped with bruises.
Local ad notes Landi Dry Goods offers a large clearance sale starting today at the store. A headline describes discounted prices and urges shoppers to visit while the sale lasts. In other local notes, a man named Towner/Towliler was killed this week and his head sent to an institute in Austin for examination after an injury during a dog incident. Several residents, including Mrs Dally, Mrs Lidthete, and others, spent holidays together Wednesday.
The Tanea family returns to Eagle Lake after an extended stay away. Mr Kruka underwent a serious operation in San Antonio and is recovering, with gradual heart health improvement. The community wishes them better health and prompts hopes for continued recovery.
A runoff is set for sheriff between Adam Burttschell and Hoegemeyer. The article notes council members and local officials discussing opening a pedestrian square and street traffic plans, with residents urged to arrive early for parking and crowd management during the weekend event.
Tickets are selling fast for a Lakeside Country Club golf dinner and barbecue on Sunday. Proceeds support local clubs with a full menu and contests, including prizes for longest drive and birdies. Participants from Wherton and Fl Compa will send entrants, and a barbecued meal with all trimmings will be served.
Mrs. Brosie and Miss Wilike Brosig wed last week at the Episcopal church with Miss Wilike Brosig as maid of honor. The bride has often visited Eagle Lake and Tesons fleets here. The couple plan a coast trip, with travel back expected after midweek.
Local reports claim a dangerous dog near home at Lakeside Mundas stirred alert last Monday. Witnesses describe the animal growling and splashing in water holes while authorities caution residents to watch for further dog attacks.
Voters crowded polling places as Hoegemeyer led the county race in a split tally with 15443 for Hoegemeyer and 2915 for Mayes in one area, while other precincts reported varying counts for Hoegemeyer and Adams. The tally includes sheriff and treasurer contests, with McCormick and Mayes among candidates, and notes on overall turnout across precincts.
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