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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1946
Page
1
Obituary note for T B Tubbs buried locally today lists survivors including widow Mrs Faanty Tvs and daughters Mrs Rusa Lee Myer Mrs Line Wre Lee and others from Houston as community mourns a lengthy illness while friends and relatives express sympathy.
The American Legion event at Vesper Hall featured District Commander Lafarge speaking on Legion programs and membership growth. Delegates discussed registration drives, support for veterans and the upcoming state convention while attendees relaxed with meals and social activities.
Death claims C W Bentley at age 90 after a long illness. Born June 20 1856 in Foesville County Georgia he was the seventh child of Jeremiah Bentley and Emily Bent. He recalled Civil War events and migrated with his family to Georgia then England before adulthood. A Baptist, Mason, and longtime member of the Pagle Lodge he married Frances McNeely in 1878 in Georgia.
Fragmentary text shows unclear references to individuals and a Ramsey apartment. Key names and actions are unreadable, limiting reliable summary.
John Canaris of Eagle Lake and son of Dan and Ma ani Ganaris emerges as a standout in Big Six track during indoor season. He clocks a 146 second 20 meter dash and helps OU pursue success with strong distance running. From East Lake Texas high school to University of Oklahoma, his barefoot relay trial and noted endurance frame his rising career amid limited height and weight.
The community praises Rev. Griffin for his warmth and service as he prepares to leave for a new pastorate. parishioners and local families commend his sympathetic understanding and engagement across faiths. The move is linked with a transition to Oak Park Church in Corpus Christi under Res. Griffin’s new role, while hopes remain for continued ties with Eagle Lake and surrounding communities.
A civic dream advances with plans for a Gale Club near Theely south of the business district to improve lakes and offer golf. Local business and professional leaders push membership, with 50 charter spots for the Eagle Lake venture, efforts led by Rodgers, Kepecky, Epps, and JH Motceene.
Mayor Graves announces bid for another term as mayor, seeking to succeed W. E. Welford who retired after twelve years. He has served five years on the City Council and has long been involved with the street railway and local institutions. The election is set for April 4 in the City Hall, with no announced opposition to Graves and with aldermen Sinclair and Barnett also seeking re-election.
Austin city records reveal engineer Metin and official statements on the sale of the Hagle Lake waterworks to Central Power and Light. They cite purchase price and claimed savings including annual street lighting costs and power expenses, totaling around $20,000 in value with claimed annual savings of about $5,000.
Virgil Mott bought 100 head of dairy cows here last Thursday from Mase Thomas. The purchase involved other local parties including B. Doddy and residents of Alief. The transaction was conducted in Alief with Mr Mok and Mrs Mlake noted in the record as joint participants. Further details continued on the last page.
J R Colly seeks to erect sixteen residential dwellings in Eagle Lake as part of a broader suburban expansion. The project mentions new homes with multiple garages and stucco finishes, near Payte Lake and the business district, signaling a shift toward family housing and increased local development.
Catholics of Eagle Lake Church plan a carnival on Monday evening April 1 at City Park. The event features kolaches and a cake walk, with prizes and a beef pie supper. Proceeds support church activities and offerings will aid the church and its programs.
In a brief public notice, hospital officials report Mrs Weserburg and Mrs Swearingen are among patients improving after treatment at Honolulu facility. The report notes doctors anticipate further progress as the group continues recovering in Howson Ward under close supervision.
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