14 Jun 1930
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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1930
Page
1
Colorado County voters will decide a road bond issue to fund pulling and maintaining roads. Officials note the election will be held Saturday on July 12 with the county treasurer and state board of health present. Local residents work to promote the measure as leaders cite planned improvements and community benefits.
Rev. JC Wilson, a local Methodist pastor, heads to Chicago as a delegate from the Issal club for the Rosary International Convention. Rotarians outfitted him in new suit and accessories for the trip on a Pullman special. Mrs Wilson worries about safety as plans include a Rotary train to the city.
Jerk R. Crawford of Wharton defeats Sanders in the golf finale at Wharton County course. Crawford, a Wharton Club member, led 2 up after nine holes and extended to 4 holes early, with superb play noted. The match, played Sunday, featured two splendid sportsmen, though the final was marred by a disruptive errant shot.
Deputies arrested three men, Brot and his associate, Stapley Brown, and Ernest Gray, reportedly linked to Sunshine Laundry thefts. The truck was found and returned to the laundry manager Mr Wallace, who accompanied by Mrs Gray, described the vehicle as previously stolen and recovered near Eagle Lake after delivery attempts fell through. The trio were detained on charges of auto theft with authorities moving them to San Aptos for further action.
Curtain Club reports net receipts from Aunt Lucia shop and show events totaling 170.00 after expenses for auditorium rent 564.00 and production costs 350.00. Universal Production Company items 94.60 and other costs noted. city residents join organization as members, with several local names listed in social notes.
Prominent citizens outline “Sterling for Governor” rally and county wide meeting at the courthouse. A temporary Sterling club will be made permanent with A. A. Irwin as secretary and W. Braden chaired planning for Sterling’s Colorado county appearance. Next meeting set for Magle Lac on June 27-28.
Thomas Waddell tendered his resignation as manager of the Eagle Lake baseball club amid weak support and waning interest. He urged players to turn in uniforms and gear to the Eagle Lake Fire Department as the season shows little enthusiasm or backing for a strong club.
Henry Flowers George Fountain and Wille Young were arrested yesterday by officers Jos Osoba and Ear Taylor on a charge from Pred Stoffly. Stoffly said the trio took $16 from him after he cashed his pay with Centist In for Geis' Company.
Report says drilling 74S began the test well at Alley Town on Saturday evening with the drill down to 1300 feet. Associated firms include Gut Production Company, Penn Oil Company, and the Eminible Oil and Refining Company.
Fragmented report notes Eldridge man detained after deputies and a constable arrested him near Garwood for selling intoxicating liquor. A separate event describes a Wednesday morning skinning accident at a butcher pens where a knife struck Br Snultvs in the arm, requiring stitches. The text also mentions a church tea event and various social notices from Rice Institute graduates to local visits.
A burglar entered Mr Hanly's house on Tuesday night and took about sixty five dollars in cash, twenty dollars in a check, and some silver from his trousers pockets. A pocketbook remained, and a key bunch was left behind. No one was harmed, but pockets and garments were rifled, with prints indicating entry through the room. Also noted is a Pleasant Birthday Party for Mrs Sam Austin the following day with local children present.
A Meansant evening at the club house featured Bridge and Forty Two. Prizes were awarded to Mrs John Mathews and Mrs Ez Beekman, with Ralph Hart and Mr Wo E. MteRee honored for high scores. July 6 plans announced for another gathering hosted by the Indies committee chaired by Mrs W Duncan.
Contractor J. H. Resse began work this week on a new filling station at the end of Main where the highway cuts Ivazeeice Drive. The brick building, described as handsome, is expected to be completed within sixty days. details on who will run the business were not confirmed.
Cook, a colored individual, was arrested as Deputy Sheriff Jou Dota led the custody to Columbus police. The theft involves cotton seed valued around 45,000 with high priced Delphus seeds reported stolen from Matthews Bros. The incident is under investigation by authorities.
An impressive wedding took place Tuesday morning at the Catholic church in Joldtock when Miss Ruby Busse became the bride of Mr. Fojei, with Rev Father Sullivan performing a pretty ceremony. The bride wore a white and green ensemble with headpiece, relatives and close friends attended, followed by a mass. The bride is the eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Busse of this town and is described as industrious, with a background in bookkeeping. The groom is connected with the Construction and Material Gravel Guys of Columbus, a steady, pleasant young man. After the ceremony, the couple had breakfast with the bride’s parents and left for a honeymoon to Houston, East Kin, Dallas, and other points before settling at home in Columbus. Congratulations are extended from many friends.
Verily, this era of prospects, evidenced by yellowed transport methods, shows the shift from horse drawn wagons to motor vehicles. The old horse and wagon fade from Eagle Lakes streets as modern transport arrives.
City council passes a law requiring every house to bear a number with the cost to residents covered by Judson and Walker of the Kensostaty Directory Company arranging the numbering. Government postal service will resume door to door delivery once sidewalks and street names are in place. Penalties range from two dollars to five dollars for noncompliance within the publication period.
Roy Jr and Sly Towell hosted a lawn party Saturday night at Cowell home in honor of cousin Miss Jat Sherer of Weimar. Guests enjoyed games like bugs and chimes, a red and white color scheme, and refreshments including sand wiches cake and pine.
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