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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1963
Page
1
A city council race for three seats on April 2 will include two incumbents Fate and Mann seeking two year terms while Lorell Dye does not run. Allen Cassady and Gilbert Ditty also filed for ballot spots. Absentee voting starts March 25 through March 28, with ballots from the City Secretary.
Seven Latin-Americans from Ea ple Lake and Rosenberg were fined in Corporation Court last weekend, some for disturbing the peace and some for obscene language, with three charged for both offenses. Detected gag fight rumors led to releases and minor penalties, including fines of $35 for three and $25 for another. Local complainant Locadio Condeva cited the obscene language.
R. D. Kleimann of Rock Island sues Texas Construction Material Company for 1750 dollars claiming drilling tests on land leased in 1961 exposed oil and foreign substances. He cites 15 cattle dying, five killed, and reduced sale income for ten others plus two cow deaths totaling damages. The suit, filed in district court by Armand G. Schwartz of Hallettsville, requests 1750 dollars.
Three candidates filed for two vacancies on the Eagle Lake School Board race set for April 6. Incumbent Dr J C Loughlin seeks another term while Clyde P Drparn and Ernest B Uzzell are also candidates. Incumbent I Tek Brynner will not seek reelection. County school board seats also up for renewal with Les McCreary, Oxens Clase, and W A Hefner named. Elections held simultaneously on April 6.
Evangelistic services announced by the pastor of the First Baptist Church Ruston La will run March 10 through March 17 with morning services at 11 00 and evening services at 7 30. The meeting features Evangelist Clyde Fant of Ruston a Baylor and Southwestern Theological Seminary graduate whose background includes further studies at Eberhard Karls University.
The Eagle Lake Pack No. 7 Cub Scouts will host its Blue and Gold Banquet at the Community Center on Tuesday at 7:00 AM. The event honors the den mothers and leaders, recognizing dedication to the Pack and its youth.
The City of Eagle Lake will host its annual Hables Vaern ation Clinic at the Fire Station on Wednesday March 12 and Friday March 15. City officials urge pet owners to vaccinate and register their animals, with a $2 fee and 250 entries limited. Dr Exc Dancer, the veterinarian, will supervise the event. Public hours are 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on March 13.
Garwood FFA member Lewis Fleming won first place in the Commercial Steer Show at the Fransten Fat Stack Show and Rede, earning a $1,000 prize and earning the top grade on the written exam. The Garwood FFA team, advisor Troy Brenek, attended Feb 24 to 28, entering 34 commercial steers and other livestock, with 11 students and 34 steers, 1 beef heifer, and 1 Jersey.
The schedule lists events for a spring meet with activities starting Friday March 9 in Eagle Lake. Literary events March 3 in Pearland. Tennis in East Bernard on April 5. Track and field on April 7. Girls volleyball in Tidehaven High School on April 18. Principal Victor Scott notes Eagle Lake High School will participate in the listed events.
The Rane Lake Recreation Center hosts a men's and women's Scotch golf tournament this Sunday March 0. Couples will tee off at 1 00 p.m. Golfers throughout the event are invited to join in the competition with prizes awarded in various events.
George F Schindler justice of the peace in Precinct 6 Colorado County resigns effective March 1 1963 due to health. Commissioners accept the resignation and call a preferential referendum in Precinct 6 on April 6 1963 with a selection process for candidates by filing with the County Judge of Colorado County in Columbus Texas. Voters will cast ballots at the Bernardo box during the same day as the school trustee election. Results may not bind the court but could influence appointment. No filing fee is required and candidates must meet constitutional qualifications verified by law. Continuous notes reference the 1963 election setup and appointment process.
Quarter horse racing returns to Columbus with Tasos and V7 entries, eight horses per race across 8 races each day over 200 to 440 yards. An estimated 806 to 2000 spectators are expected across two weekends. Live Oak Derby and Columbus Futurity headlining events. Sky divers perform daily with refreshments available. reservations to PE 24446 or Box 127 Columbus.
District Judge W. W. Bilson presided over criminal cases in Columbus Thursday. Ted Mundine pleaded guilty to robbery with firearms and was given a term of less than 2 but more than 10 years after waiving a jury trial. Scottie Lee Montgomery and Gary Gene Parham pled guilty to robbery with firearms and were each given terms of not less than 2 nor more than 10 years, with related kidnapping extortion charges noted but disposition not made. Urban J. Drymalla pled guilty to murder with a motor vehicle and received two terms of two years each. Additional defendants faced charges including a highway incident with varying dispositions.
Herbert Lenard is reported as the new operator of the former district Gulf Station. The article notes the change in management and mentions individuals including Bert and Mr Dittrich, with thanks extended to friends for past support and kindness.
Information reached Wednesday morning in the case Ruth Anim Hil debrend vs Glen Burr over funds in the Gillwood and Rock Island area. Defense lawyers moved for a mistrial after a witness discussed the trial with a furor. The jury had been seated Tuesday afternoon but was dismissed Wednesday after the mistrial ruling. Judge Hison adjourned to a later date in May.
The Eagle Lake Hirth School science club will hold its annual science fair Friday and Saturday at the Community Center building. Exhibits by students from various classes will be on display from 3 pm with judging and an awards ceremony planned.
Parents of Little Leaguers are invited to the first organizing meeting at 7 30 p m next Tuesday March 12 in the cafeteria. Co chairs Garland McMenn and Harmin Le Pariserite call for all eligible boys aged through ten to attend and help plan a summer program. Last year over a hundred boys competed in the Colorado Valley league.
The community is invited to Public Schools Week with open house at local schools this Friday. The event, hosted by E. H. Henry School and The Colored School, runs 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. with refreshments in the Home Rooms. Parents are urged to visit multiple classrooms to view student projects and exhibits under the theme Democracy in Action.
The Industrial and Marine Motor Service Company of Houston plans a new branch and repair shop in Eagle Lake. The facility will occupy former Porre Equipment Company property. C. A. Owens will head the focal office with a magneto shop and repair capabilities for industrial motors air compressors and related equipment. Operations are slated to begin within the next week of 30.
New 1963 plates go on sale in multiple counties and towns including Eagle Lake Gar Wood and Nu da with sales dates from March 12 to March 18. Plates feature background designs with letters and numerals and must be displayed by April 1 or incur penalties. Local office locations include Municipal Building and James Hopkins office with sales events scheduled by various groups.
Stanley Parma narrowly escaped fatal injury when his clothing was sucked into a power unit at a Texan Construction gravel plant. A belt snag pulled him in. a truck stalled, he freed himself after thirty minutes, suffering severe bruises and head injuries before medical aid arrived.
Open house runs 7:00 to 3:00 at the bleheclinal Onliding and elementary school. At 8:00 pm the PTA meets in the high school auditorium with speaker Willard Ethridge on Good Citizenship. Seventh and eighth graders participate as do first graders on Patriotism and fourth graders on Texas History. The week aims to show programs and accomplishments of public education under the theme Democracy in Action.
Farmers must file Applications for alienation of their producer allotments by May with ASCS 124. The notice urges record accuracy on farm number, operator, owner, acres, cropland, and rice development. County committees review timeliness and bona fide interest, with harvest share details required.
A San Antonio man sues for 250000 after a collision on December 10 east of Columbus involving Mouser's automobile and a Henderson Trucking Co vehicle. He alleges injuries to the head neck arms shoulders back and torso and seeks damages from a court action filed with parties including Marvin Jones and Mrs Jones as witnesses.
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