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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1956
Page
1
Forty teams will compete Friday in the fourth QB Club Night Relays at Beatle Lake. Local athletes aim to improve last year’s marks with sprints, hurdles, and distance events. Officials expect strong performances from named entrants and prize medals for the winners.
John Eilen Semora announces candidacy for Constable of Justice Precinct No 8. Primary to be held May 28. Semora, lifelong resident, previously served as Eagle Lake chief of police and as deputy sheriff in Gelado County under Sheriff Harvey Lee. He seeks support from friends and votes on July 28.
Four candidates file for city council and one for mayor in Eagle Lake. Mayor Helne Thorne is sole mayoral contender. rest of ballot includes Leo L. Walker Ernest Gene Pasne W. E. Shaw Garyner B. Tate and Alvin F. Wiese. Election scheduled April 3 at the Eagle Lake Community Center.
Henry Becker has completed the purchase of the Holm Package Store on McCarty Street in the downtown business district. Becker, who has managed the store since its start, bought it from H. O. Helm. The Becker family came here from Osceola in 1935. The store will reopen after a short transfer period and Becker invites continued patronage from the community.
Post 108 announces a special meeting at 7 00 pm next Wednesday at Rice Dirt Store to address Legion swimming pool operations and maintenance for the coming season. Balas and Perry Post leaders urge all committeemen to attend. irregular affairs may be discussed.
Citizens of Eagle Lake and Colorado County will vote in county and local school elections on Saturday April 7. Two board seats are up for election on the Board of Education with terms expiring in April. Filing periods run through March 24 with forms available from Supt. Deane D. Fletcher and secretary Ted Brunner. Ballots include county positions and school district races in Welmak, Columbus, Rock Island, Sherman, Gurwood, Hocky Hill and Bernardo.
Henry Hajovsky announces re election bid for Tax Assessor Collector in Colorado Soumty. He reflects on serving five terms, promising to continue fair efficient duties and noting current tax collections at about 58 percent of assessment. Continued on next page.
Members of the Eagle Lake CKD group will meet tonight at 7:10 in order not to conflict with the Parent Texter Association. Anne is to begin late that evening.
The Band Boosters will hold their monthly meeting next Monday night March 12 at 5 00 pm in the Band hall. Members are urged to attend.
National Rice Week will be observed March 11 through 17 as officials promote increased rice production and consumption. The effort calls for coordinated marketing quotas and stronger national support to bolster food supply and economic balance.
The nation marks the 44th anniversary of Girl Scouts with a week of programs across the country. Over 2.5 million girls and leaders participate in activities highlighting citizenship health safety crafts and international friendship through March 17 with outdoor demonstrations and displays in business windows.
Eagle Lake residents may buy a wide variety of baked goods at a bake sale hosted by Allan Sucit of Cu Lady of Perpetual Help athetic Church. The event starts 9:30 am Saturday March 10 at the Texas Southeastern Gas Company office. Kolaches pies cookies and other baked items will be offered.
A brief excerpt features a religious verse from Ist John 4:8 about God’s love shown through Jesus. The phrasing reflects a devotional tone and emphasizes belief in Christ as the source of life and divine love.
Homer Koliba announces bid for a second term as representative of Colorado and Fayette Counties in the 46th Legislative District. He pledges to continue serving local needs, focusing on district interests, road maintenance, and community improvements in La Grange and surrounding areas.
The Evangelical Church of Lissie marks its 50th anniversary on Sunday March 18 inviting all former residents of Lissie to attend the service. An invitation extends to former residents to join the celebration and committees. Those planning to attend the noon meal should notify Mrs. Edgar Adkins of Eagle Lake. The public is invited to the service but facilities limit attendance to former residents and their guests.
Citizens of Rock Island are planning a real clean up campaign sponsored next Wednesday by the Parent-Teacher Association. Residents are urged to clear debris around their homes and place trash for pickup on the fourth. Any persons with time to spare are invited to provide their services to help haul away the debris.
County Commissioners authorize bids for a new office building to house agricultural, soil and youth services, and to expand the county jail for sheriff's department offices. Bids open March 26 at 10 10 a.m, with plans and files available from the County Judge. Damages suits worth about 52 000 and 6295 50 are listed in Columbus court cases.
The Cub Scouts and parents sponsor the annual Kite Tournament on Sunday March 25. Entry limits and divisions are listed with prizes including a trophy for the den with most wins. Medals awarded to top finishers. details are read as part of the event brief.
Public invited to Garwood High School Monday night March 12 for a hot cake supper and hand concert. Duel Sailors directs the Garwood High School band with a 7 20 p m start. Admission 20 cents for adults, 30 cents for children. Proceeds benefit school funds.
PTA Pop's Night at Eagle Lake High School tonight highlights a busy school week. The 7:40 pm meeting in the auditorium features a Band performance directed by RI Searty and officers to be elected for 1956 47. School officials note many parents and friends are touring classes during Public School Week and attending events, including Wednesday’s visitation and the closing Quarterback Club Night Relays at 7:30 pm Friday.
The Ministerie Alliance of Ta elo Lake will sponsor Noon Day Holy Week Services daily Monday through Friday from March 26 to March 20. The venues include downtown district venues and involve cooperation across creeds. Services run 12:00 to 2:00 PM with attendance encouraged by local business leaders and the AMR. Rev Harald Goodlenough Jr of Thirty Methodist Charge will lead. Further details will be published in Headlight next week.
At the Eagle Take Relacy Club meeting officers for the Rotary year 1956-57 were elected. Nispel was named president with Horeett suka, Othe of Hlseve, and Eerl 1 Rodgers as vice president and treasurer. Tuck Grieves and Feas Tones held leads. The club thanked Red Cross volunteers and noted Taxie Lake’s campaign support, with Clyde Geld and Jack Allen in attendance. Visiting Rotarians included Zach Morgan and J. D. Seymour.
An all-sports feature is postponed due to missing photographs and limited time. The heads of the sports team regret the delay and will publish next week. Three basketball lettermen were not announced Tuesday night during the ceremony. awards will be given at a private event on arrival. Names included Anthony Duylea Jackie Did Epon and Farisger Aebbia Barele.
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