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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1946
Page
10
Gus J Strauss states he is running as an independent citizen voter not tied to corporations or special interests. He pledges careful study of legislation and vows to serve voters honestly as their representative if elected. He emphasizes he is not a lawyer and seeks support from constituents in the district.
Late morning at Laughlin Hospital saw Ard Reading Ahfe Jassie Moore and others listed among attendees. Parents and local residents including McMillgy Island and Mrs Coy appear in town notices while Gray Payne returns to his home but remains unwell and signals future recovery.
A fragment notes Paul and M residing near the daughter Sthins, indicating a family living arrangement or address detail within the local record.
The Knights of Columbus held a two day rite in Columbus with about 71 laymen and two clergymen taking the first and final degrees. A morning service was followed by a parade to the opera house for the second and third degrees. Supper, toasts, and recognitions concluded the event, with attendees from multiple councils and prominent officers delivering speeches.
State health officer Dr Geo W Cox warns malaria danger rises after rains. He urges households remove stagnant water and trash to prevent Anopheles breeding. He notes prevention through sanitation and awareness is key to stopping spread during warm months. The report also mentions local health staff and residents Mrs RP and Mrs Sam Lockool.
The wedding of Miss Hielén Mae Reese, daughter of Mrs Russell Reese, occurred with attendees including cousin Miss Evil Mae Reese and bridesmaid Miss Warnken. Rev G W P McKinney officiated at Richmond style ceremony. Reception followed at the Rostrum with white flowers, lace, and a tiered cake. The groom’s party included Frank Rees and Melvin Blan Mog. Afterward the couple planned a bridal trip to San Antonio and other Texas spots.
A Texas farm service plan is outlined with Mr. Roeser as poultry and livestock specialist. Born in Katy, Texas, he taught agricultural science at Riesel after graduating from A&M. He will start broadcasts at six o'clock Wednesday morning and air on weekday mornings.
Miss Sue hoarding and George Schmeeckle of Houston spent the weekend with local families. The report notes several Sunday visits to Gobbler Creek, a transfer of Pye Rey Stallman to Camp Mommoure, and Harold Beard's trip to Houston. Major JF Wilson and family visited, with plans to accompany him back to Tampa Everite Hunt activities noted in San Antonio and El Campo.
Mrs Theuman hosts a birthday gathering at Eagle Lake with daughters in attendance, plus many relatives and friends joining a family party. Dinners and visits accompany the event as neighbors and kin share well wishes for more happy birthdays.
Attendees including R Freaks and Mrs Robin Schuring plus several named locals gathered for an Open House at the Swingan Bay Home in Carandhua on Sunday. The session celebrated nine El Campo seniors with swimming, boating and a noon lunch hosted by Misses Ann Swenson Doris Stovallang and Dorothy Ves of El Campo.
Denver and Genzles names appear among attendees including Mr and Mrs Hayes Stephens Mrs Horace McRee and Harvey Lee with CLARK W THOMPSON and Lf SULAK HARVEY LEE among guests. The record notes PERKINS of Genzles and Bor Gintrid Attorney as part of the gathering on Tuesday in Houston.
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