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Eagle Lake Headlight

Location

Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 26, 1943

Page

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Tests for Army Navy Officers at Eagle Lake High School Apr 2

Qualifying tests for military training programs will be held at Eagle Lake High School on Friday morning April 2. The Navy Marine Corps College Training Program aims to select probationary officers for Army Enlisted Reserve Corps with Navy Marine Corps or Coast Guard preference. Eligibility covers high school graduates and seniors meeting age requirements by July 4 1943. Notes reference multiple reporting dates and group timelines for eligibility and testing.

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School Program Is Well Received Excellent Numbers

The Eugh Lake Band Rhythm Band and Boys Physical Education Class gave a pleasurable program at the Pgh School auditorium Friday night. Attendance was below expectations but the show was entertaining and meritorious throughout. The Rhythm Band debuted this term and impressed with varied numbers. Little Miss Carey Henry directed for the first time as a cherub, while John Matthews acted as mascot and shared a smile with his mother.

Eugh Lake Pgh Miss Carey Hanry John Matthews John Exckson Cher

San Jacinto Day Meeting for A and M Men

Sam K. Seymour Jr urges all A and M men and those connected to A and M to attend a Union meeting at the Camrade Country Federal Savings and Loan Association on March 26 at eight in Columbians to plan for an April 21 gathering and a radio tribute. The piece recalls a 30 Aggies group on Corregidor and notes many had become Prisoners of War but keeps the spirit alive.

A. M AS & M Davecetors Raemer Senden Miasbey Apna

Prisoner News Brings Relief Over Missing Airman Matthews

Relieved mother Mrs. J. K. Matthews of Weimar learns Staff Sergeant Thurman Rey Matthews, reported missing in action since June 142, is alive and held as a Japanese prisoner in the Philippines. He enlisted in the Air Corps in 194. His family had last heard from him in November 1971 via a Red Cross notification from the Philippines.

Ifriends Thurman Rey Matthews Philippines Corregidor JK. Matthews Weimar Matthews de Bigghe Lake Grain’ Company

Three Inch Rain Wednesday Night Causes Widespread Mundane Impact

An all night rain on Wednesday descended across the region totaling several inches, dampening farmers, stockmen, ranchers, and planters including rice growers. Dry spells had lasted prior, and high winds added to a bleak outlook. An electrical display accompanied the rainfall in the early part of the night.

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Gene Autry's Last Picture Saturday For The Duration

Autry fans may see his film for the duration of the war this Saturday March 27 at Cole's Theatre. The bill features Bells of Capistrano with Smiley Burnette and Varina Grey. Autry will reportedly retire from the screen for the war effort, with Belly of Capistrano billed as a standout production.

Aumirers Gene Autry Cole's Mr. Cole Bells of Capistrane Autry Smiley Humere Varina Grey Wil Ster Belly

Plow Realty No 2 Producing

A fragment notes Plow Realty No 2 is producing, with unclear surrounding details. The readable text references a related item or action, but lacks complete context or specific entities to confirm dates places or figures.

Plow Realty No. 2

Magnolia Oil Co Opens New Chesterville Location

Magnolia Oil Co. stakes a new site in the Chesterville area about three fourths of a mile from Anderson Broad. The location lies on the Spalinger property and near the Linderhorn site. The move follows earlier activity in the region as oil operations expand locally.

Magnolia Oil Co Magnolie OH Co Chesterville Anderson John Linderhorn

Columbus Study Club Hosts Visitors at Madison Program

Mrs. Ann Corda and Mrs. Duggan Madison welcomed guests for a Columbus Study Club afternoon. M Mathison presented a program featuring works by Iran American composers. readings highlighted each life, with Mrs. Madison’s pupils performing. Baylor University attire added local flavor.

Ann Corda Duggan Madison Columbus M Mathison Eagle Lake Madison Cardy Baylor University

Anderson Bros No 1 Drilling at 6480 Feet

The report notes Anderson Bros No 1 drilling progress reaching a depth around 6480 feet. Details are unclear due to corrupted text but reference to a depth milestone and drilling activity at an oil or mineral site near Cheeta Ville appears. Named entities include Anderson Bros and Cheeta Ville with no exact dates or affiliations clearly readable.

Sundberg Seeks Bagley School Trustee Seat

H As Sundberg requests support for school trustee candidacy in the Elgie Lidee Ladupessent District. He pledges to place schools’ best interests first, urging voters to elect him on Sunday April 3, 1943.

H. As Sundberg BSA Sundberg Bagley Elgie Lidee

Red Cross War Drive Closes March 31

Mrs Boothe extends thanks and appreciation to all churches for their generous response to the Red Cross war drive. A 100 percent participation is urged, with no limit on the amount one may give and citizens urged to give as their conscience guides.

Red Cross Joral Boothe

Uncle's Boys In Service Report From Fort Bliss And Washington

News from service members with updates on destinations and training. Master Sergeant Henry J. Dostal informs of an unknown destination departure from Fort Bliss El Paso. Daniel H. Morgue details navigation seamanship and naval courses with peers from Harvard Princeton Notre Dame. Freddie Franka awaits promotion and pay raise as Aviation Machinist Mate continuing mail and war bond support. Lietenant Kearney offered discharge but remains in wartime service. family visits noted amid broader air force activity.

Henry J. Dostal Ensilin Daniel H. Morgue Washington, D.C Harvard Princeton Notre Dame French North Africa North Africa Freddie Franka Freddie Se Brediie Ang Bis Caele Sim Livot Laint Foie Beurney Roberts Tie Prather WS Kyaney Loenine Briebeh Galveston Kearney Iris Kaye

Navy Makes A Man of You Letter From James A. Mathis

An encouraging letter from James A. Mathis, sent to Mr and Mrs Louis Hinta, recounts his positive experience while at High School here. He describes meals and daily routine, mentions P 3 R airplanes and pilots, and names several local acquaintances He expresses pride in his training and hopes to hear from home, noting the support from his hosts and the community.

Navy James A. Mathis Louis Hinta Wwe Wey Kile Frazar Wallace Gardner Seaholm Billy Thomas John Lynch David Sundermann Heedent Ryice

Immediate deferment of essential farm workers in wartime

The article reports an emergency policy deferring essential farm laborers across counties including Calne and Colavidy, detailing official statements by agricultural commissions. It notes the aim to keep farming operations running, cites figures on deferred workers, and mentions potential broader classifications affecting men in the area.

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Mrs Corry Heads to Dallas for Spring Style Show

Mrs. C. R. Corry left Sunday for Dallas to attend the Spring Style Show. She plans to add to her line of Spring apparel for the J. B. Smith Co. Inc.

C. R. Corry Dallas Ainsady J. B. Smith O., Inc

Announcement Of Thomas T Waddell For School Trustee

Announcement of Thomas T Waddell seeking school trustee. Waddell, a candidate from Meeker County, declares intent to run, urging voters to consider his service record and vision for education. Election details and candidate background summarized from local notices.

Thomas T. Waddell

Mrs Gladys Gold Returns From Dallas Style Show Buy Tour

Mrs Gladys Gold returned Thursday from Dallas where she attended the Dallas spring style show and conducted a buying tour for Epps quality merchandise shop.

Gladys Gold Dallas Epps Quality

Screen tribute to Red Cross set for Cole's Theatre week

A city wide event plans a Red Cross tribute shown at Cole's Theatre over a week in April. Officials announced the program as part of a national Red Cross fundraising celebration with community participation and film screenings. The effort aims to raise awareness and support for Red Cross relief and health services.

RED Cross Amorasin Red Cross Cole Vibe Nanion Jini Pactune Freurs Marine Cele

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