City seeks candidates for four open posts in upcoming election
Four city offices have no candidates for the upcoming city election. City Manager says residents may file. loyalty pledges required to use city facilities. Mayor Harold Thomas and aldermen Serholm, Jones, and Finney Dirbin announce they will not seek re election.
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Sis
Cmt
Alia
City Offigals
Alayor
Harold Thomas
Ahl
Serholm
Si SL Jones
Finney Dirbin
Clscciod
Burglar Strikes Ira Goat’s Home Last Night
Burglary report states a thief entered the residence of Ira Goat and obtained $60 in two $20 bills. Police Chief WF Campbell noted ongoing work on a cage and related mechanical concerns.
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Ethel
Priice
Campbell
Engi
Mrs L E Cornelius to Write Garwood News
Mrs L E Cornelius, longtime Garwood news gatherer, will write Garwood news for Headlight. Former Garwood correspondent Schultz leaves Eagle Leko post seeking relief. Residents’ cooperation in reporting social items and parties noted.
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L. E. Cornelius
Garwood News
Headlight
Lake
Schultz
Garwood
Cornelius
Inybe Garwood
Naga
Lissie Church to Honor Charter Members Sunday
The Evangelical United Brethren Church in Lissie will observe its 7th anniversary with a special service to honor charter members. Music includes a Youth Choir number directed by Mrs. Joe Andergan and a piece by G. E. Thomas Sr. and Mrs. Guy Heflin.
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Evangelical United Brethren Church
Lissie
Joe Andergan
G. E. Thomas, Sr
Guy Heflin
Rmember
Red Cross drive quota set with county goal
Red Cross drive figures show a county goal of 4655 by April and a local quota of 1400. Mayor Harold Thames is named 2 percent chairman. Jack Leyendecker of Columbus notes strong campaign support across communities. Lizetta Walker chairs the drive at the local level while Weimar and Gargood areas prepare to contribute, overseen by Garwood Lions and local organizers.
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RED Cross
Eggle Lake
Red Cross Fond Agrive
Harold Thames
Jack Leyendecker
Af Columbusy
Campiion
Jaurelind
Afarehull
enRwen
Columbus
Seynyour Ie
Jlack Allen
Niklemnal
Chia
Queen Candidates Named For Spring Festival
Four Basle Marie High School seniors and several underclassmen were named as candidates for the Queen of the Spring Festival to be held Tuesday March 24 in the school auditorium. Nominees include Nelda Guittry, Sth grade. Las Kopecky, 10u grade. Mrs Pavilis Johnson, Jr.. Ernestine Davidson, 12th grade. Royal Court selections announced this week with attendants to be named next week. The program titled School Days features skits and rehearsals begin next week with participants from Blewett Upper Elementary Junior High and High School.
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Basle Marie High
Gine
Feach
Gio Royal Gouri
Blewett
Rural Homes Hit By Robbers During February
A string of rural home robberies in February prompted Sheriff O Walker to urge property protection. Last week the Howara Tengler home at Glidden was broken into before dawn. two coats, a lighter, and a safety razor were reported stolen. Oscar Cross reported cash missing after visiting a nearby site, with about $120 gone. Officials traced the billfold to a location tied to a family, and a ring plus other items were later found as investigations continued.
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O. Walker
Howara Tengler
Glidden
Tengler
Hee
Ryan
Walker
Oscar Cross
Mefiz
Ure Iigney
Jin
Tre
Leo
Kaveri
Alvin Gavling
LilMold
Mesz Garling
Gol Bend
Fanily Hoelbom
Billfeld
Weimar Man Killed in Truck Collision
Henry J. Taylor 45 of Weimar died after his dump truck was struck at a crossing by a westbound freight. He was pinned under the dump bed and died at Weimar Hospital. Services set for Friday at 3 p.m. Survivors include his widow, one son, and two brothers.
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Henvy J. Taylor
Weener Gay Jh Youens Hospital
Simust
Tio Westiboond Surthet Limited
Downs
Weimar
Taylor
Fybhard
Oro
Thomes Joe
Uj Twa Broth
Marty Hy “Tayler
Weimen
7. J. Tayler
Hetyonville
Kveton awards two year garbage contract to Davis
The Eagle Lake Council approved a two year garbage collection and disposal contract with EF Davis effective March 3 1953. The vote followed praise for KVeton’s satisfactory service and Davis’s prior experience in town.
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Kveton
Garbage
Davis
Eagle Lake
Eldin M. Kveton
Requist
Ollier Musiness
EF. &. Davis
Hyveton
Tae
Kyvetan
Garbare Colonial
Easter hits at Recreation Center opens bookings now
Outivers of the Aogie Lake Rec reation Center announced plans to open its grounds for outdoor activities on March 15. Clyde Nispel vice president urged early bookings for Easter parties picnics and summer events to avoid date conflicts. May reservations contact Mr Nispel for service. Henry O Brown caretaker to begin March 15 assisting golfers picnic parties and others.
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Aogie Lake Recreation Center
Plant
Clyde Nispel
Ree
Nispel
Healso
Henry O. Brown
Revrewtion Center
Eagle Lake police buy radio equipment for intercity links
Eagle Lake Police Department won council approval to purchase a Link radio transmitter and receiver for constant contact with neighboring cities and the sheriff. The devices, previously owned by Lakeside Transportation, were bought at a reasonable price to place Eagle Lake on par with nearby towns that already use city radios. The addition will enhance patrol coordination and in-car communications within the Bear County area.
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Eagle Lake
Chet M
Campbell
Guith
Monte
suuyoWiding
Miles Saetiate
Linh
Cowbell ix
Lakeside Traination Company
Gay Estate
Wongauiy
Wits
Liv
Maule
Etay Teil
Cofimbais
Weimar
Wiesherik
The
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Legion update at Smithville pool meeting faces season plans
Legionnaires heard Dalr oot, a Wage Lake High School coach, will supervise pool life guarding with an assistant. Ticket prices for the season set at 7 50 for season sales 10 cents for children 12 and under 25 cents for 13 to 17 50 cents for older. Road work progress praised as Republic of Korea veterans week approaches March 15 through 21 and the 5th anniversary of the American Legion post.
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Smithville
Legionnaires
Deel
Dal+'root
Wage! Lake High School
Walle Nim
Peel
Wong
Son Diidatis Oegiis
Childratten
R- Finica
Thalrien
Legion
Diéti
Zist
American Legion To Hold Annual May Carnival
The American Legion will host its annual May Carnival on the city square Friday evening May 8. Legionnaires describe games, amusements, and a school of funds to support summer operations including a new diving board. Please circle May 5 for a gala benefit night.
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American Legion
Wo Cherry-M
Uie City Square
Legionnaires
Tle
Oil and gas drilling reports in Texas and Colorado fields
The report notes wells and test results across Texas counties and Colorado. It mentions a 19,500 foot test in the Cecilnmo area, gas oil ratios around 33.9, and completions at several wells including Mell B Lane and No L Chey ty Boettcherry. Abandoned dry holes are recorded at Glen Grove and related sites.
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Pulliss
Thomas Tract
Colorado
Roti Island
R. N. Ranger
Houston
Colorado County
Glen Grove
Wharton County
Flight Of Three Illegal Hunters Charged In Wild Deed Case
In a rural chase south of Columbus news reports two suspects fled at high speed after a gun blast shattered a vehicle tire. A third hunter, Uwe Lonsteny Meron, was arrested on charges of hunting wild deer with the aid of vehicles. A number of suspects, including Gale Wardens Evanett Wolfeloui and Leo Roblefiel shorey, faced jail time with bail set at fifty thousand dollars after stolen gear was found in the getaway car and another in a separate vehicle. The deer were later given to Columbus schools for use in the district.
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Welle
Chase
Chely
Uwe Lonsteny
Meron
al Uh
Columbus
Royeu
Pantibe
Elias Heinrichs
Matis B. Heirics
Jonuy A. Aaneler
Ray Norrowy
Lt Wis
Trateria
EL School Patrons to Elect 2 Trustees in April 4 Election
County officials set the April 4 election to fill two seats in El School Precinets 2, 3 and 4. Joanne McCreary has served as trustee for Precinet No 4. Terms of VOT Matthews and GC Duncan expire in April. Names of other nominees include Surtale, Shirley, Glipson, and Mi Spandiel.
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Ukeem
Sebel
Bineation
Culeride County
John A. Hincher
Joanne McCreary
Bounl Loitins Preenet
Wagle Lake Sohe
Ore Gourd RR
Spanihet
Matthews
Duncan
Ishing Valie
Eagle Lake
Wasige
Howdtar
Span— Vned
S Surtale
The
Heard
Shirley
Glipson
Spandiel
Band Follies of ’63 Set for Tomorrow Night at Auditorium
Citizens of Eagle Lake and surrounding communities invited to Band Follies of ’63 in the high school auditorium. Tickets on sale with reserved seats at $1.20 and general admission 60 cents. children 40 cents. The program features colorful numbers and a marching concert by the full band, with pieces like Guadacanal Life overture and other fans.
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Eagle Lake
Exgie Lake High
Jot Lee McCreary
Childrs
Vernon Sheppard
Gilney Worm
Charles’ Ton
Mir
Afe
Campbel
Large Number Visit Schools Open House Programs Continue
An open house program at several schools drew a large turnout as the community engaged with the music department and faculty. Attendees toured classrooms, observed student performances, and learned about grade progress and upcoming events.
Girl Scouts Mark 41st Birthday With Community Trading Post
The Girl Scouts plan a March 13 trading post event to celebrate their 41st anniversary and raise funds for the Hood-ridden corpses, with proceeds aiding Holland relief efforts. Public invitation extended to attend and purchase clothing for needy Hollanders as part of the observance recalling founder Juliette Gordon Low’s 1932 launch in Savannah, Georgia.
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Girl Scouts
Lai
Uilobehoul
Chi
Neyke
Canis Pri Mitre
Netiet
Mole Fd
Holland
Tallette Gordon Low
Sevannah
C. of C. Directors to Meet Monday Night
The Board of Directors and committee chairmen of the Fogle Lake Chamber of Commerce were scheduled to meet Monday night but the gathering was postponed due to scheduling events. The notice outlines the postponed meeting and names the involved officials.
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C. of C
Chive Wen
Fogle Lake
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