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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1953
Page
1
The Engle Ministerial Association announces a week of pre Easter unity services. The opening service Monday night features a joint gathering at Union Church with communion and sermons by participating pastors. An ecumenical series continues with nightly events at local congregations through the week.
A readable fragment notes a Tuesday visitation day for beginners with names and procedural details about eligibility and registrations, mentioning a supervisor or organizer and a timetable for the event.
City gains title to 33 parcels in Highland Park Addition after a request that deeds be issued to the city. Deal follows county survey alignment and a plan to transfer ownership to public use.
The tin structure housing the Matula Blacksmith Shop on East Main Street was moved last week after Cap Matula sold the property. Rumors say the site may host a two pump service station for Zagle Lake. The Madelite of the Marais community assisted, moving the tin building from its original location.
Tax officer Merry and staff remind residents that April 4 is the deadline to pay license plate fees without penalties. Tax office urges quick visits to Columia station to ensure proper assessment and avoid late charges.
Seventeen schools from the district will gather for an FFA banquet tonight at the local hall. District honors are expected to be awarded to outstanding members and sponsors.
E A Gibson of Eagle Lake died Tuesday afternoon near Beaumont Highway east of Houston after a heart attack caused his car to veer off the shoulder into a ditch. Autopsy officials say the vehicle gradually left the roadway. surviving relatives are listed.
The Chamber of Commerce Athletic Committee calls an organization meeting Monday night March 30 at 7 p.m. in the high school gym for Little League and Junior League baseball. Last season saw an 8 to 12 year old group and a separate 13 to 14 year old junior division. Parents sponsors and interested citizens are urged to attend as the youth leagues organize for the coming season.
Joe Duncan, believed en route home from Korea, was involved when a wreck on the Columbus river bridge on Highway 90 led to a car fire. Police reported a crash near the river crossing, with one car destroyed and multiple injuries under investigation by Justice of the Peace Earl Fowka.
Crowning of Nelda Guidry as Queen highlighted the Eagle Lake Schools Spring Festival amid a packed auditorium. Bob Cook served as King with a royal procession led by Eagle Lake High School band.
A brief report notes a Well Child Conference to be held Wednesday afternoon with assistance from a Presbyterian church group. Representatives from local agencies and the church will participate in discussing child welfare and health topics.
Buys a four door Ford Seday equipped with 425 horsepower Mercury motor, approved by Colorado County Commissioners. The Ford sits at about 4,583 dollars with trade in of a 3431 Ford sedan. Bids from Universal Motor Company, Bresher Motor Company, Mere Moller Co and others were considered.
Mrs Jas T Danklefs was elected queen of District IV of the Flying Farmers at a breakfast in Gerweed. She will compete with queens from five other districts in Texas for the Texas Flying Warrior's Queen title in San Angelo on July 1 and 19.
In county races several hopefuls filed by Wednesday closing time. County Judge von Hanseher and Lake School Board secretary Spasmtel indicate little excitement as elections approach April 4. Incumbents Joe L. We Creacy and G C Dinyon vie in Precinct 4, with Matthews also seeking a seat on the Eagle Lal Board. Several others contest open terms and seek election to various local boards and positions.
A fragmented OCR string references lawsuits and verdicts including Charles Tuttle Long et al seeking 105000, auto accident involving Young Schnidt near Alleyton Temsey, a $80,000 judgment against Joe Geor ge 1, Roper Corp, and a death-related compensation case. It mentions Mrs Rosilie Perry as plaintiff with General Accident Fire and Life Assurance Co as defendant.
Universal Supply Co closed April 1 for a change of ownership. Joe S Reed and Bargrove Smith, owners, will sell their interests to Thy Wit Sam Basilie, with Bevin W Boatlie, Houeton, and Fares Equipaiint Oyial involved. Smith will reopen the yard in the Rice Grow at's Association site as soon as vacated.
Rotary and Lions Club clash headlines a Friday night cage showdown at Eagle Lake as the Lions host the Rotary. Proceeds support local activities with ticket prices set at 50 cents for students and 25 cents for children, promising a full night of basketball and entertainment.
Rock Island expects the new public school building to be finished in early April after starting last summer. The project, funded by Rock Island school patrons, is led by architect CG Edad and general contractor Joe B Jones Co of Austin, with interior layout including separate corridors and modern restrooms.
A garbled notice references Coronation and a housing complex, with scattered names and a contact instruction. It mentions Ne PPA Sping Viontikal and Mr Sovholm, plus a phone contact 503 for placements or inquiries. The readable fragment suggests a solicit for POMS or related arrangements.
Eagle Lake High School dominated the district 63-B Spring Meet in Columbus Thursday, totaling 282 points to win the high school literary division. Top scorers included Eagle Lake with 122 points and Columbus second with 63. Individual winners spanned events from debating to typing and spelling, with Barbara Smith and Wayne Brasher among the first place finishers.
John Hanly and Johnson were named on the all district cage teams. The article lists players including Eye gene Bauer Jone, Gluays Guiidelady, Colimuus, Emily Faris, Shrirtey Che, and Prineces as part of the accord team with guards Giddings and others.
Readers are urged to donate as church women organize drives for the American Red Cross. Messages from parish leaders encourage contributions through mail and local offices, with emphasis on community aid and relief efforts.
Mr and Mrs C S Canppelt assume ownership of the Marx Drive Inn on March 31 following lease from Mr and Mrs AR Tred Marx who ran it four years five months. The Drive Inn closes on Mondays for inventory and reopens Tuesday with new owners. Improvements add dining space and promise good food and service.
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