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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1935
Page
5
A historical note describes balloons reaching altitudes around 14 miles or more and the sky appearing black due to atmospheric effects. It explains that sunlight in a black sky is brighter as the sun shines through a near darkness, contrasting with the usual blue daytime sky.
National Geographic and Army Air Corps sponsor stratosphere flights to study upper air from 14 miles high. Explorers will carry instruments to examine weather, cosmic rays, spores, ultraviolet light, radio waves, and the earth’s curvature while collecting data for science and welfare.
A collage of ads and notices shows promotions for Pepsi-Cola and Orange Crush beverages with pricing, job openings for Rawleigh routes in Eagle Lake, a modern dance in Austin Hall, Brown & Root boilerplate, cattle sale in Eagle Lake, rental listings, livestock grazing posts, radio tubes by J P Ulery, medicinal ointment offers, and tomatoes for sale.
Garwood Gatherings and visits from Engle Lake Holston and Houston mark a busy week. Residents including Drapela family members, Prnka and Treybigs, and several friends shared time in Victoria and surrounding communities. Notable trips included trips to Wiemar Co Henbus and Temple area.
Frances Drapela and Thomas Slenski wed Monday morning at eight o'clock in Annunciation Church Houston. The Drapela family attended the ceremony with Rev Anton Frank performing. After a breakfast at Ed Drapi home, the couple planned a several days' visit before settling in Rosenberg.
Rock Island society items list Mr and Mrs Shelburne and Miss Juanita Tey of Manston visiting relatives, with Mr and Mrs W Thobier hosting a Sunday gathering. Families from Columbia and Kansas area traveled for the week with several heading to Newshads and Texas University related events.
Several residents and students are noted traveling and visiting in Texas. Elmer Stahl, a forthcoming seventh grader, is mentioned among attendees. families from Houston and Port Lavaca, San Antonio, San Angelo, Huntsville, and Austin are cited with trips for schooling, teaching, or visiting relatives.
Wharton residents listed include P D Gertson Alvert Dutcher B D Fussell Wm CorQuan J N Lee O R Strunk and G Cook visiting on school business. Wedding of Miss Bailey Howard to Ervin Terrell noted in Eagle Lake. Dinner guests were Mr and Mrs J Winter of San Antonio. Mrs O R Strunk and daughter Oma visited Wharton. Community events include a children’s turtle race at Joe Lunas with $150 in groceries for winners and a frag race to follow. Scott Carney had a busy Tuesday at Avalon Threaten venue and a bank fight offer with a $120 purse mentioned.
Advertisement for Brown's Lotion stating it cures eczema and stops itching instantly. Claims thousands saved suffering and offers four sizes, promoting sale by Beckman's Drug Store.
The Baptist Women's Missionary Society met at the church at 3 p.m. under the president. Members heard reports and address all business. Rev. Bruner S. Lee urged bringing towels next Monday for Memorial Hospital in Houston. Towels numbered 18520 are desired during Hospital month June.
Miss Cecelia Coulter entertained the Bachelorette Bridge Club Wednesday night. Miss Mary Waddell won high score with a corsage. Refreshments included pimento cheese sandwiches olives cookies and Drinks. Mrs Ligon Loughridge noted as 3 F. Miss Mable Wade to host next Wednesday night.
Mrs James Jacobsen entertained the Wednesday night club with Mrs Prank Duty and Donald Odom in attendance. Mrs Oliver Jacobsen won a high store prize as guests enjoyed refreshments featuring a stuffed tomato.
Miss Clam Mae Foroes hosted a birthday gathering at her home in Gautier Po Purbes on Wednesday evening. Guests included Misses Barn Butler and Ruby Lyris along with sisters and family members. plans mention a Saturday party for the Sewell family in Bellville.
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