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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1952
Page
1
Rebecca Powell is identified as the first polio victim in the area, stricken Sunday. The report notes severe illness and mentions the community reacting with concern as health officials observe the outbreak and take precautions.
A damaged notice notes a memorial fund drive growing with need for funds to cover iron lung costs. It mentions a planned copier purchase and seeks donations, listing available details and local contact points for contributions.
Lula Gene Snelling has been selected as a Duchess for the La Grange coronation ceremonies. The event is planned for July 3 with a lighted parade and an afternoon court entertainment following last year’s program. No further details are provided.
Mr and Mrs Joe Filipp announce the reopening of their cafe Filipp's Cafe on Tuesday July 1 inviting former customers and friends to visit. Free coffee and doughnuts will be served opening day. Located on the east side of the square, they recently took over the cafe again after selling their interest months ago.
iHealth Officer Laughlin states this week that polio measures follow base rules for a tall city. Keep hands and faces clean, avoid playing in pits, clean up fly spots, and establish a rest routine to prevent fatigue. The American Legion asks about MamaTNs pool as a polio precaution. City campaigns include spray efforts and public health guidance amid a broader outbreak concern.
Laughlin announced yesterday that the event and installation planned for tonight have been postponed to Thursday. The change follows an earlier schedule disruption and affects the Eadims Nigat and other installations.
Flying Farmers of District 4 mail invitations for a Fly-in Day at Eagle Lake airport on June 29. Attendees are urged to bring a beauty queen entry for District 4 to compete in Mineral Wells July 12-13. Director W. M. Thomas Sn promises activities, transportation, free lunch at Lakeview Golf Course, and sightseeing.
The Rev J in Branson of Seigwick Kansas will be guest evangelist at the Lissie Evangelics United Brethren Church revival from June 29 to July 13. Services start at 8 00 pm each evening with a special song service and children’s programs nightly. Rev Mr Tupper invites all to attend.
The public is invited to a Canasta and Bridge party at the new Community Center on Tuesday evening July 1 at 8:00 for the benefit of Club Montezuma. Admission is twenty five cents per person. Guests may bring their cards.
American Legion Post 105 members will convene a regular session Tuesday evening July 1 at the swimming pool, per Commander Louis Balas.
Mayor Harold Thomas proclaims the afternoon of Wednesday in 1952 as official Clean Up Day for Eagle Lake Texas. He calls city departments, businesses, churches, clubs, and residents to join a constructive program to improve health, welfare, and living conditions. June 26, 1952.
City officials discussed making mandatory connection to the sanitary sewer system where provided. Outdoor facilities must be removed when city sewer lines are available. Drafting of a stronger ordinance was expected to be acted on soon. Mayor Harold Thomas noted progress during a Tuesday meeting. A Clean-up Day on the upcoming date will urge owners with outdoor toilets to lime or provide sanitary measures. Mr and Mrs Chister McGrhee Donne spent Tuesday in Youcum.
Summer roundup of immunization shots for children entering public school this fall is set for June 27 in Supt. Deane Fletcher's office at Eagle Lake High School from 1 PM to 5 PM. Dr. J C Laughlin administers the serum with county nurse Grace Towell assisting. This is the first in a three round program with two more shots in July and August. Sponsored by the Eagle Lake PTA, no charge.
Funeral services for Robert Patterson Wilcox 58 prominent Eagle Lake grocer will be held Thursday June 26 at 10:00 a m at Memorial Methodist Church with Rev D Rhea Allison officiating He died Tuesday at a Houston hospital Survivors include his widow Anita Wilcox ten sons and two brothers The Eagle Lake Masonic Lodge and members of local clubs will participate in services with burial at Masonic Cemetery
Eagle Lake celebrated its new Community Center with an open house on Tuesday evening. R H Reese supervised construction with the Board of Directors led by David Wintermann and donations from citizens and local firms totaling about 65000 dollars. The Center will host youth recreation Friday and a club dance Saturday under the auspices of Club Montezuma.
Mayor announces a noon start for a city cleanup to curb polio outbreak risks. Civic leaders plan intensive work between noon and night, urging all businesses to close and residents to clear debris, with cooperation from churches and community groups.
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