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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1971
Page
1
Two people died in separate crashes near Sheridan. Official reports list the incidents on nearby highways with preliminary details including vehicle types and locations. Further information awaits from local authorities and investigators.
A Houston man identified as Marlon Mel Wy Metaron, 68, died from injuries after a vehicle crash in the Sheridar area. He was transported to Lake Como Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. Police and investigators reported the wreck occurred on a highway crossing near Speckdan, with unknown contributing factors and ongoing inquiry.
Nada KC's plans a Sunday festival with live music and community vendors in the city park. Organizers expect local bands, food stalls, and family activities to run from midday to dusk.
Eagle Lake public library building fund expands as numerous individuals firms and clubs donate to support the project. Plans advance to remodel and adapt the library space with contributions from Drymall Construction Company Peterations and others aiding site work and furnishings. Memorial gifts and conditional donations are invited to support the important community project.
A fragmented OCR text outlines a Rice School Board meeting with discussions touched by committee items, board actions, and terse notes. It mentions potential motions, personnel, and district topics, though the exact items are obscured by garbled type.
Rice Board approved six resignations and six new hires amid a wave of staff moves. William Carpenter plans private practice, while Hobart Rooker and Hussey Tid join as counselors at Wharton and Waller. Several teachers, including Mrs Charier Wilksme and Mrs Derilee Groene wood, are reassigned or added to Garwood. New coaches Freddie Neltos and Mrs Vina Wurdersgil join to lead basketball and football, with D r Wunderrich taking two girls’ teams.
Mire and Mrs Lonnie Sum merlatte and family purchased Sermon Tryon Home on Melody Lane in Meadowbrook Addition. The Tryon couple plan a relocation to the baling area where Mr Tryon serves as president of Boling Danii.
A contractor expects to finish the Rice High School project’s remaining minor work soon. The board and architectural committee discussed the contractor’s schedule, inspections, and final payments. A representative stated readiness for site handover and noted a planned final inspection in the near term.
The Lamemaking Department at Rice High announces beginner and advanced adult sewing classes for June. Beginner session meets Tuesday June 29 at 9:30 am in the Borchmgshue Department. introduction to sewing machines, fabric basics, and simple garments. Advanced class for improving patterns and finishing techniques meets later. registration June 50 at 9:50 am. No charge. supplies not provided. instructor Mrs Joyce Davison.
Representatives of the five libraries led by Waddell of Dagle Lake Study Club Library Committee urged the county to increase annual support. They cited rising book costs and operating expenses, noting library needs include improvements and expanded services. The Sheridan branch and others seek the continued annual distribution of about 2000 dollars, with requests for a per capita match and higher subsidies.
Hive pretty young ladies who are daughters of Farm Bureau members will compete for the title of 1971 Colorado County Farm Bureau Queen Friday night. Public information director Chuck Sehwa, of Wharton County Junior College, will interview the entrants.
The First Presbyterian Church and Grace Lutheran will host a joint Vacation School from June 2 to 9 for nursery to 6th grade children. Program titled Talking With God aims to teach children how to pray with classes led by listed teachers and staff. All interested youngsters should attend at 2:00 PM next Monday for a week of learning and activities.
Fragments describe a location on Glen Flore Road in New Elda with mentions of two acres and possible truck equipment repairs in a service area. The text is garbled with many unreadable terms and stray phrases, making a concrete event hard to determine.
The Rotary Club to install officers Tuesday at 7 30 p m in the club room. Incoming president will preside with 41st year seats to be filled by the chosen slate.
The Rice Lake Masonic Lodge names Lloyd Spalinger as the new Worshipful Master. Officers listed include Warden and Deputy Warden, Secretary Gerald Bradshaw, Treasurer Hans German, with term start set for July 1.
News item notes Mrs Towell is back on duty as a company nurse after a period away. The brief garbled text confirms her role and return, with focus on her professional status and service.
Report notes five individuals implicated in a series of burglaries in Garwood with three arrests confirmed. The article details safes damaged and items stolen as investigators pursue remaining suspects.
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