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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1968
Page
7
The Teenage Lakers defeated EB 50 to 8 and host Garwood Thursday at 8:90 PM on the local diamond. Lieth Pack is noted as dull, with the Thursday match described as a sharp contest, though the text contains garbled details about lineup and start time.
Astros host Cardinals and Pirates with 7 30 pm starts this week. Card details and schedule show May games plus a June 6 2:00 pm Sunday tilt. Promotions include Ladies Night with Laety Duerker. Tickets on sale at Astrodome Box 1691 with box seats 3 50 and reserved 2 50.
Dr David Cook receives a PhD at Texas University in a formal ceremony. The report notes attendance by colleagues and mentions the department and campus setting, reflecting a milestone in scholarly achievement.
A large crowd watched Eagle Lake youths play Friday night as the Eagles beat the Lakers in extra innings and the Yanks defeated the Cubs 6-1. Key players included Jan Sanchez, Donnie Stara, Allen Janski, Griff Thomas, and John Kanesheck with multiple hits. Games were postponed earlier due to wet grounds and rescheduled openings noted for upcoming matchups.
State wildlife officials report excellent hunting prospects for the year. Abundant rainfall across much of the state produced green food and cover for wildlife, though east and southeast areas suffered overwatering that harmed some ranges. Quail brood prospects vary by region but overall favorable range conditions support a good season, with deer ranges improving where soil conditions were suitable.
A demonstration is planned at the R. F. Potter property seven miles south of Columbus on Highway 71. The event follows an Engler Bakers game where players and managers were introduced, with a Ford 800 tractor showcased at 1:90 pm on an upcoming Friday in June.
Registrations are being taken for the Bishop Sewing classes sponsored by The House of Fabrics. Mrs Jack Duni el s will teach the Bishop Method of Clothing Construction starting June 11th. Courses include new beginner intermediate figure fitting and advanced seamstress classes. Registration with Mrs Danning or with Feddries's son is requested.
Potton Fig Trieior Ca. of Cubcius invites attendees to a tractor demonstration on June 14 at 105. The event targets local residents and potential buyers with hands on tests and product details for Potton Ford tractors.
Police in Eagle Lake investigated a Sunday night disturbance at a local shop involving a dozen or more youths, mostly juveniles, with several taken into custody and charges pending. Among those involved was Mrs Zieh Crittenden of Avanta Georgia visiting for her nephew Billy Lynd Walker’s Eagle Lake High School graduation.
Opening night of the Engle Lake Minor League season featured the Cards beating the Braves 7 to 4 and the Sox defeating the Colts 10 to 8 at Youth Memorial Field. Reds idle. ceremony included E A Kuivacka delivering the first ball. C of C sponsors the program.
Richard Clipson Jr. earned a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture at Texas Tech University during the commencement exercises held June 1 in Lincoln Municipal Coliseum. He attended with Mr and Mrs R L Clipson and Virginia, linked to the Ba git Lake area, among more than 1 500 graduates.
The Sheridan Little Leaguers defeated East Bernard on Tuesday of last week by a score of 10 to 4. The East Bernard farm team won by a score of ad to 5.
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