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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1926
Page
1
Interest in Baptist revival meetings grows with Tuesday evening services drawing about 750 attendees. Reported outer seating and anticipated larger crowds for next Sunday as evangelists promise notable events and a focus on the community’s spiritual awakening.
Miss Weldon Oasis and four other young women, formerly teachers in this city, journey from San Antonio to Colorado for summer school at Greeley. The group includes Mrs J M Chumaep's sister and several named Misses, departing Saturday for San Marcus en route to the farm school.
Chus Basalag and Mrs John Mazac accompanied Mr Mazac to a Houston hospital Friday morning after an injury the day before. He was admitted for an operation and is reported in stable condition as of the report.
In the region, M. VL Wrounest, a leading grower, reports a late spring but expects a strong melon harvest. Replanting was widespread due to heavy rains in spring, yet fields are now advancing with warm weather. First week of July should bring the crop forward with ample yields expected.
Mr. Joe Est Green, sixty, a prominent resident of Bugle Lake, died in McLeod City after a fall. Funeral services Friday at 4:00 pm at Rowe with burial at the Cosmosome cemetery. Survived by wife, daughter Mrs. Schleicher of Crystal City, four sons, and one brother. Interment conducted by Baptist pastor with Masonic rites. Community offers sympathy to the family. Rainfall in the area reported as beneficial for crops.
Mrs. LC Dewees suffered a broken right arm above the elbow when an Essex coach carrying her husband and several children overturned near Bagh Take after leaving Houston. A teuted son and a daughter were injured, with two children taken to Eagle Lake for medical care at Dr. L C Wogencraft’s Beckman Drug Store for treatment.
The notice reports the marriage of Besvle Idera to Mr. Jack Dariteon Pulacy at their home in Houston Texas. Both are described as exemplary and well respected with many old friends expected to join in heartfelt congratulations. The bride recently faced illness from blood poisoning but is recovering after five weeks of severe illness.
The article records the marriage of Mary Katherine Barkley daughter of Mr and Mrs Robert Upton Barkley to Norvell Wade McConnell. Both Barkleys are former Eagle Lake residents with ties to San Antonio Texas. The notice cites old citizenship and includes archaic spellings and terms.
The Red Star line between San Amwily and Houston runs a five-car schedule in both directions last Saturday. Local service for Houston shows morning departures from Eagle Lake at 6:05, 12:50, 2:20, 8:20. Westbound departures from here are at 8:10, 11:53, 1:40, 2:40, 8:10. Cars stop at Harris, Petehonery, Brisig.
Petitioners and supporters are pressing Engelhard to run for the district representing Elderaton and Aisin counties to succeed the incumbent who has announced he will not seek re election. They argue the candidate should be experienced, attuned to the needs of the people and barriers, and know the state statutes. No decision has been announced yet on Bagelhard’s campaign.
Crop prospects look favorable across Eagle Lake area with steady rains aiding planting and growth. Cotton stands appear strong after recent showers, though some farmers fear a dry summer could limit yields. rice and watermelons show solid yields and ongoing harvests as crews finish digging and shipping tasks.
In Tunoton Cher Celurage last week a fire destroyed the home and furniture of a local resident. The cause and full details remain unclear as investigators seek to determine the extent of damages, with losses reported around $5000. Witnesses recall Mr. Cee re and Mrs Sealy Toioseal among those affected.
Enghiess F. i. Feber reports completion of a bridge over the pgo dles between Uogk Esland and Sheridan for the county. He expects to complete an adjacent county bridge over the east branch of the sine creek next week with material already on site.
The city will gravel many streets including Main Street to improve wet weather conditions. Gravel is hauled from excavations toward paytax and Western Main Street areas, with work expanding as streets formerly untraveled receive gravel. Cement paving discussion and early excavation progress near Brow’s Bakery indicate broader road improvements underway.
Local teacher Mrs Wesemoreland and her father Clept Brnstill of Michmand plan a long auto trip starting Tuesday Mayo. They will visit Oklahoma and Oregon in sequence, spending much of the summer touring places of interest and visiting relatives before continuing to California with Mrs A De Muxweil.
A fire alarm summoned the fire department to 4230 Swoayere near McCarty Avenue, destroying the home of Hearty Williams. Insurance questions loom as the cause remains undetermined. The Tumby family attended church at the Hits, while Mrs Sophia Whitten hosted relatives visiting from Gutrestes and Stouston.
The Lissie Farm women announce a Wednesday picnic to be held in Ye Melurly grove near Earle Later. Members anticipate an enjoyable gathering with plenty of tasty foods, praising the members as the best cooks and highlighting numerous tempting pies and dishes prepared by the group.
Preparatory work starts on the new road to Garwood with Eldridge lam station handling rights of way. Chamber of Commerce president Herder oversees details while county officials plan first surveying levels and assess required funding for constuction. Subscriptions totaling 240.25 and a bond valued 16245 support the project as work crews prepare to lay the road and fix holes from the 1913 overflow, with early construction to begin Monday after anticipated delays.
The obituary notes the death on Saturday afternoon of the mother of Messrs Ney. It records sympathies from family and friends and mentions the service arranged for Monday at 10 o'clock. The message reflects a formal local notice of bereavement and funeral plans.
The farmers report the first roasting ears grown at Alleyton are ready for market. Local residents anticipate a strong show of produce next week as growers expect higher prices and renewed activity. Families, including Tyrie and Mey, visit relatives and take note of the harvest pace in the region.
Dan Moody is scheduled to speak in Hallettsville on Saturday afternoon at 2 o clock. Supporters are expected to attend if roads are in good condition.
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