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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1956
Page
7
A report describes Seaver, a close relative of Nutria, killed in the Bonus Area near Creek Behald as a small war unfolds over the felled foliage lake. The League notes a badger comparison, noting Seaver’s allusive tail and the Nutria’s winding tail, with speculation that the creature may have entered the Colorado River basin.
The Tri-Cutiss Sweepstakes Golf Tournament returns Sunday at Columbus with six events total. Three clubs compete for lowest combined scores, prize merchandise awarded, and a 4 am exhibition by Count Yogi, a noted golf trick artist, as added draw and entertainment.
Reported tense conditions as Higgins, Phillips, and Gonzales led the GOEF Open in playoffs. Contenders included Earl Gongries and Houston rival Woods with Pola also in contention for second place in a shaky, uncertain finish.
Columbus invites public to watch Cevnt Yogi perform a nine hole exhibition. He pledges precise golf shots over a 207 yard hole while a nurse assists in a staged display. Donations welcomed to cover his appearance. Also notes Mr and Mrs Din Cenaris celebrate 54th wedding anniversary with family in Rosenberg.
In La Grange spring league action Eavie Lake Welding ATES dropped three games in a row while La Grange beat Pearl Bea bowlers two of three. Chicks led by Hahn Loessin Prnka and Causey posted scores with Hahn 115 127 and 146 as Loessin added 126 121 135. Farmers Supply Cricks won one of three Tuesday while Arcs fell to Great Prize Beer. Chicks won opening game against Gulf No Nox before losing two, with Prnka totals 119 132 134 and Mrs Loessin 123 218 168.
On Tuesday night the Arcs faced The Cote and the Chicks town at The New York Store, while 115-141-145 and 10106 and 116 teams competed. Wednesday the Extras met Gull Wo-Nox, and Deers played the Grand Prize Beer team in a busy local bowling schedule.
Youth baseball is taking shape as Little and Junior Leaguers hold practice sessions while awaiting official teams. Elmery Struss and Oscar Sy lead league activity as over sixty boys, ages eight to twelve, report for first drills. Coaches plan four teams for a city league with games starting after August 1. Junior practices run Monday and Thursday with a May 26 opener against Wharton and other teams lined up. Colorado Valley Little League begins May 26, with two leagues playing Thursday night games.
Eagle Lake Volunteer Firemen pay tribute to their departed chief with a humble heart and praise his exemplary leadership and steadfast service. The department vows to continue the work of service in his memory.
The Eagles drop a 2 to 1 decision to E Bernard, Sealy, in a tight Friday game. Hines left the district race with only two remaining, as Miller and Duyka led offense with two hits each for East Berna, while Ske azar pitched for Eagle Lakes. The final sequence left Garwood with one more key match next Tuesday against Bernard Brahmas before season end.
Memorial notice honors Fritz E. Gold longtime Eagle Lake Volunteer Fire Department member for twenty years. It recalls his faithful attendance, readiness to serve emergencies, and friendly spirit inspiring fellow firefighters. May his soul rest in eternal peace.
An Ameng 1951 GMC truck turning a Mellarty and Maas corner struck the Nadge automobile owned by Mr. and Mrs. Woolly Atkinson. The dented car was shoved from the curb and pulled into a Ford owned by Mr. and Mrs. Emich Crewweldge, causing light bumper damage. The truck was driven by Herbert Joseph Meyer. No charges were filed by officer Fanes Adame.
The Rev and Mrs Stephen Raby of Wormelysburg Pa announce the arrival of a daughter on Monday April 30 Her name was not learned at press time The child is welcomed by brother Stephen and grandparents Mr and Mrs WH Teen hower of Lissle Mrs Raby is remembered as the former Lillian Ruth Isenhower
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