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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1970
Page
1
U S Rep Jake Pickle announced mailed Were You Counted forms to counties urging participation in the census. He warned that undercounting could affect funding for roads water and sewer projects and the state’s governance.
Additional copies of Were Fot Counted census forms are available at the city office in the municipal building. These persons inform and believe they were missed at the census are urged to fill out the forms and mail them as soon as possible.
Red Cross offers lifesaving and swimming courses at the Jar es pool starting July 6. Beginner to advanced levels include intermediate swimming and hawstorm lifesaving. Interested persons may register for the courses at the pool. plans announced next week for two schedules to help. Participants must possess a lifesaving ticket to the Jar es pool swimming facility.
The City of Eagle Lake will open the Ramsey to Altair dumping site west of the city this Saturday, June 27, from 9 am to 3 pm, for free dumping of garden waste and earth. The city will have 27 employees supervising the dump during those hours to supervise the flow of materials into the pit.
Lake Chamber Commerce announces sale of decorative tie tapes priced at 2159.50 each. The items are displayed at the advent office and will include a base inscribed with E2 2 Texas. Interested buyers may contact the chamber to purchase, with proceeds supporting city promotion.
Edward Sunderman sustained serious injuries after his Ford pickup collided with a train engine near Eagle Lake just west of town. Witnesses report obstructed sightlines from tall brush at the intersection, which has seen multiple near misses recently. Sunderman was hospitalized with facial injuries and broken bones. the train engine suffered no damage. Traffic investigators from the state patrol opened the scene for further inquiry.
The Eagle Lite Chamber of Commerce invites Solerim and area golfers to enter a two‑in‑one event at Base Cake Recreation Center. Entrants compete individually and for a team title with rotating trophies. Entry is 5 dollars plus barbecue, with lunch options for families. Send fees and handicaps to Robert Cruth or LJ Spanther by 2:30 p.m. start time.
Firefighters from Engin Lake Volunteer Fire Department battled a wood frame rental home in Flat, owned by EH Salrlay and occupied by Coo Mine Grounds. The structure was gutted before 10 p.m. as flames enveloped the building, with investigators noting the origin near the property area. The incident concludes with a call to support youth baseball.
Bruce Waddely and sons Gary and Mm, Mrs Fark Rodgers Sr and sons Ernie and Larry, and Mrs Berry Sunderman and Glen and Ann returned home by plane Tuesday from a week long visit to Lake Hawaiian Islands. They may visit San Francisco and Houston in the coming days. They described the trip as wonderful.
The Jordan family of Calumbus files a $151,209.80 damages suit against driver Charles Anton Simelk for injuries and hospital bills after a January 1969 crash near Vinimax Store. Harvey W. Jordan leads the suit with Mary Ann Jordan, a daughter, and others seeking medical, funeral, and related costs totaling over $151k plus additional damages.
Fragmentary listing shows multiple Connie Mack and youth baseball games arranged across June. Teams include East Bernard, Sheridan, Mack Eagles, La Grange Braves, Lak ers, Cards and Reds, Yanks, Garwood, and Le Gran ge with varied venues such as Sher idan, Cuber, Garwood, and Le Gran ge.
The Youth Choir from Peachtreeford Baptist Church Atlanta will perform at First Baptist Church of Fagle Lake this Saturday June 27. The concert starts at 8 00 pm. The tour continues to Kingsville Litmiston work with area churches and stops include Kenwood Louisiana and Victoria Texas. Public invited.
A 7,000 foot wildcat test is planned on Duncan land Avenue and Gasca in Houston. The No. 76 Duncan well sits about 2,100 feet southeast of the Runge No. 1. The No. 1 Leman well northwest of Garwood has been abandoned as dry.
Gregory Dale King of Welmar pleaded guilty to murder in Columbus District Court before Judge Paul Saethel. He received a five year term with probation after admitting he shot a man with a .22 caliber pistol during a domestic dispute in front of witnesses.
Carl Rees son of Mr and Mrs Melvin C Rees of Garwood was wounded in Cambodia several weeks ago. He is improving but will remain confined in hospital for another month. He is a helicopter doctor pilot and was wounded somewhere over Cambodia.
Representatives of the Tagla Lake Chamber of Commerce Housing Committee met the City Council Tuesday night to discuss a possible federal housing program for the community. They explored advantages and disadvantages of a low rent project and the procedures for possible obligation, with Mayor Elmer Strues pledging full cooperation to gather information for a feasible decision.
Three juveniles, ages 15 and 16, were apprehended by Eagle Lake officers for destruction of property at the River Theatre. Chief Chieum reported the youths, one Black and two Latin Americans, were seen leaving the building with drinks and candy, damaging a show card rack and the ticket-tube cabinet. They were to appear in County Juvenile Court.
Wasinhowneed residents will enjoy July Fourth events at Jayde Cake air park. The Eagle Lake Jaycees plan an air show from 1:49 to 4:00 PM with 0ther attractions including baracnité jumping and archway entries. Train access will be halted during show hours and full plans are to be announced next week.
Eagle Lake voters approved a city sales tax increase in a January election, adding one percent to the existing 3.25 percent state tax. The plan shifts collection to local merchants starting July 1, with state comptroller disbursing the city’s share later in the year.
Benjy Lee Mitchell, 22, of Columbus, is jailed on murder charges after a Sunday night shooting at Greta Tavern. Adelph Longoria, 28, injured and taken to Columbus Hospital. Witnesses say an argument over $3 led to Mitchell firing a 22 caliber pistol, striking Longoria in the heart. Bond set at $5,900 with Grand Jury action pending. additional charge for carrying a prohibited weapon. Mitchell remains in jail.
A Houston officer reports the truck driver involved in the ht delivery will be questioned in connection with the incidents. Juveniles are expected to be taken before County official Wilfred Shusrt in the coming days.
Eagle Lake Chamber of Commerce offers advance sale barbecue tickets for the annual July Fourth event at the Recreation Center. Advance buyers guarantee a plate of half chicken with trimmings and dessert, with 200 plates planned plus to go and curb service. Proceeds fund community projects.
City of Eagle Lake sanitation department advises that garbage collection will not occur on Saturday July 4 as crews observe the holiday. Regular Friday service will be rescheduled to cover areas normally serviced on Saturdays and residents are asked to place trash as directed and cooperates with the one day delay.
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