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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1931
Page
1
Information from Mr Giotgrass cites frost damage to tomato crops in multiple districts. Percent losses reached around thirty to seventy nine among acres surveyed, with fields near Sourdanton reporting heavy injury.
The Ladies' Aid and Evangel group hosted a community gathering with a chicken dinner and local produce. A turnip weighing contest drew attention as residents donated garden produce to support church activities.
W. de Stewart of the American National Insurance Company reports Eagle Lake’s district ranks third in collection percentage and third in production among eighty eight districts. The March 2 published company report praises Eagle Lake and highlights the district as a strong example in its territory.
An article urges readers to buy eggs to support local poultry raisers during a period of low prices and weak demand. It notes farmers face financial hardship and encourages households to increase egg consumption to boost local markets and provide a ready protein source.
Police searched the Ben Boatvight home on the Womack river road near Calhoun and seized liquor and still remnants. Henry Hodde and Boatvight were taken into custody as officers filed charges including possession of liquor and manufacture contraband. Authorities, led by Deputy Walton and Sheriff’s staff, continued probe for related information and potential additional suspects.
Twelve property owners along the route of Highway No 71 between Altair and Wharton County filed with the Commissioners Court a claim for more damages than the jury of view allowed. The claim seeks 10 936.00 while the jury awarded 3 347 00 creating a difference of 7 589 00. The twelve owners will not accept the amounts offered. The court set a hearing for next Saturday to resolve the differences. The Colorado Citizen. Ars. TC, Clava, 1 nu beer 2h Houston eh her son Claude Clapp, who has been at the Methodist Hospital in Houston, returned home Sunday. Claude continues to improve after an operation and physicians hold hope for recovery. Mrs. J. B. Smith remains at Booth & White Hospital in Temple following an operation but is improving and may return home next week.
Louis Evans of Columbus was killed and A N Evans and Jin Ejfert, both 23, were seriously injured when the car they rode in rolled over six miles east of NavaSota late Sunday. Evans, a foreman for his brother’s contracting firm, died from injuries after the trio had been returning from Shiro where they worked on a school project. The three were hospitalized in NavaSota. funeral services were held Wednesday in Columbus with interment at Odd Fellows Rest.
Jack Maria of Houston, famed sales promoter for Galorado county merchants, died at his Houston home last month. He organized many sales with his staff, often at focal stores, and his trumpet signals were a hallmark. Family and friends from Hook Island visited the city Thursday.
Congressman Mansfield, recently back in Colum it from Washington, visits the district and predicts a Democratic victory in 1992. He says no clear nationwide Republican trend exists and predicts Republican disappointment over any Democrat split, warning of a potential third party fostered by Republicans.
Work accelerates at Lakeside golf course with greens rebuilt and fairways mowed. New edge fences and improved machinery aim to protect greens while members donate time and funds. Members urged to pay dues promptly to sustain improvement efforts.
Two Indianapolis men, W and L Frutehe, visited Eagle Lake seeking feasibility of a straw board plant using local rice straw. They noted three railroads and 22 000 acres of rice, with no crop failures, and plan to return for detailed study. Local hosts anticipate potential benefits for Eagle Lake farmers and the community.
The Ray Brothers Miniature Circus wowed Avalon Theatre crowds on Tuesday and Wednesday, delivering the best vaudeville yet seen there. The show features Mr and Mrs Rouben Ray and their two sons Buster and Rouben Jr with impressive acts on trapeze and dancing, plus clever trained dogs, monkeys, and birds from Australia and Mexico.
J A Dromgoole announces his bid for a seat on Eagle Lake Board of Aldermen in the April city election. He vows tax restraint, city finances progress, and opposes new debts while urging voters to support his candidacy. Mayor W E Welford notes candidates must declare by March 31 for ballot printing.
Potato growers of this section finished planting this week and expect completion by Saturday night. They note slow growth due to cold weather and anticipate rapid growth once ground is ready, with about one hundred men yet to plant in early next week. While a Ford car was vandalized Friday night near the old school during a rainstorm, a wheel and tire were stolen after the wheel bolts were dropped.
Charming Barbuary Stangyck stars in Ten Cents a Dance at the Avalone Theatre next Tuesday and Wednesday. The emotional actress, praised for her high order performances, headlines this unusually fine feature. manager Carl A Milentz hopes patrons will enjoy the release.
L D Roberts drove to Houston Wednesday bringing home Joe Frazar who had been at Baptist Hospital for ten days after an appendectomy. He is recovering well and was seen in town resuming normal activities including a local barber visit. Friends express relief at his smooth recovery.
W. E. Lephert the city treasurer releases the past year’s financial report titled The reports Well for the city. The document, to be read by taxpayers, outlines expenditures and revenues to help citizens understand city administration and funds. Users are urged to read and stay informed about city affairs.
A baby grand piano radio was taken from the lobby table of the Heiney Hotel last Sunday night. Two ladies and a child checked in for the night. Mrs Heiney’s coat disappeared from a closet near the lobby while Mr Heiney’s coat remained, suggesting the thief sought only the coat and radio.
A talking picture titled A Century of Harvesting Machine Progress will be shown at the Avalon Theatre at 2:00 PM on Thursday March 26. Admission is free and farmers from across the region are urged to attend this informative farm production. A replica of the world’s first successful reaper will also be on display on the day of the showing.
A community event centered on Eagle Lake will be held for residents aged 21 and over, with 45 schools expected to participate. Contests and a full program are planned though publication of details is delayed to the next issue. Local residents Mr and Mrs R. Pire, Ray Moon, and others prepare for upcoming bungalow construction on Main Street.
Eagle Lake community gains a new broadcast Tuesday evening on KPRC and KTLC titled Salute to Eagle Lake. Jacos and Dicker & Sons sponsor a 30 minute show at 6:00 PM with Superintendent Reed as guest and a three minute talk, plus a quartet and piano numbers. A local death note follows for Clara Westbrook, long-time resident, whose funeral was held midweek with burial in the colored cemetery.
The Eagle Lake area reports continued winter conditions with freezing mornings and wet rounds. No major damage noted to crews, though some reports mention local injuries and house fires from last weekend as residents adapt.
A damaged notice notes McElhinney, hospitalized after an operation, is expected to be home this weekend. It mentions continued improvement and hopeful release within the week.
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