First Major General From State Militia Since Jackson
A letter from J F Mitchell of Corsicana to the Headlight praises Major General Harry F L Johnsen, a Texas native, as the first state militia or National Guard major general since Andrew Jackson. The tribute lauds his leadership during service and schooling efforts, noting the community’s pride and the aims of the Texas State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. The piece highlights General Johnson as a historic figure and fondly reflects on his impact and the era he represents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Guard
Jackson
J. F. Mitchell
Corsicana
Texas State Board of Registration For Professional Engineers
BMW
Cael Sheerime
Oxford de Coens
Tie
Jehinsen
Jetigsen
Johnson
Lesmieh
Andrew Jackeon
Weis
America
Ameri
Isanina Hilts
Siny
Interest Growing In Local P T A By Laws Adopted
Local PTA shows rising interest as proposed by laws gain support. Committee members including Mrs. Ch eet and Davidson coordinate outreach and recitals for upcoming meetings. Community figures urge participation to finalize the document and set meeting dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P.T. A
Died In Columbus W H Glithero 77
W H Glithero 77 died in Columbus after a long illness His funeral was held at ten this morning at Johns Episcopal Church with Richard Park officiating He was active in Morganry and belonged to the Tubbs of the river society and leaves a son John Clyde of San Diego Calif and other relatives
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John's Episcopal Church
Astate
Columbus
Richard Park
Nicf Wirden
Schra
Ant
Mogenryan
Beane
Tubbs
Tne Son
John Clyde
San Diego
Calif
Fidren
Nun- Morgan
High School Band Honors Mother's Day With Open Air Concert
The Eagle Band will give its first outdoor concert of the season Sunday in City Park at two o'clock. The program, dedicated to Mother's Day, may be the only such tribute in Eagle Lake. Miss Jane Crim, band director, earns praise for this thoughtful event. If weather fails, the concert will move to the School auditorium. The band invites Eagle Lake residents to attend this tribute to mothers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eagle Band
Horinning
Eagle Lake
Jane Crim
House to Vote on Tax Remission Bill in Colorado
A long distance call from Rep Chas S McLellan in Austin notes that the Tax Remission Bill for Colorado, Jackson and Lavaca counties nears its third reading. The bill, aided by Sen Sulak, has faced House resistance but is expected to vote soon before the session ends May 11.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Representativ Chas
S. McLellan
Austin
Colorado
Jackson
Lavaca
Conner Biel
Congratulations To Eagle Lake On Patriotic Appeal
Regional manager John Churchill of the Eleventh Federal Reserve District praises Eagle Lake for exceeding Second War Bond Campaign goals. In a letter to W. E. Lenhart, Churchill notes nonbank subscriptions surpassing 250000 dollars and credits the Victory Fund Committee for steady support and cooperation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Churchill
Federal Reserve District
Houston
Eagle Lake
W. E. Lenhart
Victory Fund Committee
Richter Matula Wedding Announced In Columbus Home
A wedding notice reports Lon Marine Matula son of Mile Matula and Miss Richter to wed at Eagle Lake. Ceremony occurred at Henry Buescher’s Columbus home with reception at Bertier Smith’s Calhoun residence. The couple will reside at the groom’s business cottage near Malaty Blackamitle and Welding establishment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lon Marine
Mile Matula
Eagle Lake
Miss Richter
Anc
TW. Richt
Freishiing
Dudee
Henry Buescher
Columbus
Bertier Smith
Calhoun
Businese
Senior Glass Play Booked For Presentation Tonight
Tonight at 8:30 the Senior Class presents a three act farce comedy in the High School Auditorium titled He Was a Gay Senorita. The plot follows a young man whose father arranges a marriage, with fooling disguises by friends to evade the plan. Cast includes Thomas as the father, Alyne Wink as Vera Stewart, Lillian Ruth Isenhower as Larry′s sweetheart, and Albert Petrosky as Fritz. A band directed by Miss Cares Tidy will perform with Kincke and John Abidihews appearing as mascots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iday
Brnwil
Ant
Pilin Vories
Formend Thomas
Pat
Teniel Benjamin
Heyainihet
Arnold Benharesid
Gerda
Larry Hy
Alyne Wink
Vera Stewart
Arnold
Lillian Ruth Isenhower
Larry
June Gale
Albert Petrosky
Bobby ‘Twibell
Fritz
Leni Lutgenheim
Haan
Miss Cares Tidy
Kincke
John Abidihews
Baud
Vera Stewart Arnold and Others Seen in Local Circle
Vera Stewart Arnold is noted among a group of residents including Alyne Wink, Dane Gale, Larry, and Vera Graves Linehe at a nearby social gathering. The report lists several names as attendees in the enclave.
County Men Leave Wednesday April 28 Selectees Named
The following individuals were accepted into the U S Army and Navy on April 28: Paul Hernandez David Zabran nick Eagle Lake Alvin John Krenek Fayetteville Joe Cerven ka Jr Nada Alvin Milton Barton Edwin Frank Knebel Prankie Victor Dornak Joe Leo Seifert Wimar James Walton Foley Glidden Jack Stephen Lowrey Alvin Staneik George Cyril Schesti Angel Vasquez Louis James Wink Leroy Charles Brune Columbus Leroy Edwin Reimers Elmo Larkin Hope The maimed volunteers listed include Jack Stephen Lew ConMnNE and others from Eagle Lake and nearby areas.
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U. S. Army
U. S. Navy
Paul Hernandez
David Zabrannick
Eagle Lake
Alvin John Krenek
Fayetteville
Joe Cervenka
Nada
Alvin Milton Barton
Edwin Frank Knebel
Victor Dornak
Joe Leo Seifert
Wimar
James Walton Foley
Glidden
Jack Stphen Lowrey
Alvin Staneik
George Cyril Schesti
Angel Vasquez
Louis James Wink
Leroy Charles Brune
Columbus
Leroy Edwin Reimers
Elmo Larkin Hope
Shleeloes
Ack Stephen Lew- Conmnne
Dames Vitlloi
Mlidden
Diwid Zahendiivk
Eagle Like
Lee Barnett Rates In Navy V-12 Test
Navy V-12 testing results place Lee Barnett among local participants. He will report to Houston recruiting for further tests and instructions after the Ideal High School session. Barnett's performance follows prior local entrants Gordon Culisey and others who were commended for passing the initial exam.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee Barnett
Navy
Len Barnet
Navy Department
Ideal
Houston
Lee
Gordon Culisey
Nation Cartier
Goa
Gove
New Jersey Rites Of Interest Here
A wedding in New Jersey surprised relatives and friends as Lt. Thomas Taylor, son of Mr. and Mrs. Bart Taylor of Tagle Lid am, wed Miss Shirley Rey Savidge, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Savidge of Linden. The ceremony was held at Mediaartist Church with Rev. Reptene Sovith officiating. The couple will reside in New Jersey after their April wedding.
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Thomas
Hub) Taylor
Bart Taylor
Tagle Lid Am
Shirley Rey Savidjse
Duh Lewis Savidge
Pallante Ave
Linden
New Jer
Reptene Sovith
Plashir
Dtogelin New Yseyy
Mavrin la Onis
Ce Telewee Cot Cine Pee
Potato Digging Starts Amid Unclear Yields
A local farmer, RO Terrell, reports starting potato digging on Tuesday. He notes a 50 year farming history and a hoped for higher yield, but expects to realize only a small portion of the anticipated 200 bushels due to recent rain and crop conditions. A government ceiling looms over potential prices and market prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terrell
Stitie
Morgenthau Thanks U S Newspapers
Morgenthau expresses gratitude to U S newspapers for support amid criticism. Ambiguities in the source text confuse details about policies or remarks attributed to Morgenthau and any associated events or names. The fragmentary report hints at wartime or diplomatic coverage but lacks clear facts.
County Panel Board To Meet Tonight In May 7 Session
Colorado County panel members B Holt J Shaw and E Roos set to convene at the courthouse in Columbus this Friday evening May 7. Action covers War Price and Rationing, information on drive subscriptions totals and discussing upcoming hearings. Community service member J H Wooten reports on local distribution and plans for public meetings to address OPA concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. Holt
J. Shaw
E. Roos
J. H. Wooten
Colorado County War Price and Rationing Board
OPA
Court House
Columbus
Pris
OWA
Pete Peich
Colorado
Weimar
Ton
Coe
Pelle
Tee Yriee
Decca Anemeniets
Red Cross Appeals for Needed Helpers
A World War II era Red Cross effort seeks knitters and sewers to produce medical dressings and supplies. Volunteers, including Mrs. Alvarez and Al Amarillo Red Cross workers, are urged to help finish dressings and distribute aid to wounded soldiers overseas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Thris Tadsontisha
Far East
Aetion
Sylien
Sen
al Amarillo
Dance Event Promises Fashion and Fearful Rules
A garbled notice describes a Saturday night dance titled Dance With Lions with May, Ri CHNGEHE AY, and several names. It mentions formal attire, dress codes, and a $100 pay for a couple, along with references to obedience and street chi.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cosrunrow
Rabi Mehr
Lee Drie
Uncle’s Boys in Service Report From Houston and Nearby
Local column covers service members with ties to the area, noting promotions and postings. Nathan Wonett of Fort Worth area appears, and Houston events reference training, corps assignments, and advancement through ranks. Details include dates in 1989, promotions from Corporal to Sergeant, and aircraft mechanic duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Piers Rien
Sol
Rennes
Nathan Wonett
Andies
Agni
Gt Houston
Tess
Winnett Jormal
Au Corps
Usitan Othe Cariphoan
Hes
Sargeant
Mr Tan
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Corvist
Cheet
Fin Davidson
W.H. Glithero
Senay
House
Malcolm "Pigett
Svein
Tegel Tues
Hattie
GLASS
Mrs Spangossi
Lucille Brishois
Senovita Costa de la Tormenté Vesages
Dr. Forsythe
Lorane ¢ Sing Senorita Carlotte Ferres
Myra Waddell
Patsy Forest
Raymond Woll
Daniel Benjamin
Raymond Thomas
Arnold Benjamin
Ws Son
Larry Mowre
Jal
L. J. Spaniher
Fons Lutzenheimi
Ernie Lutzenheim
Her
Gordon Causey
Rubble Twibell
Vera Stewart—I Arnold
Albert
Petrosky
Dane Gale
Larry’ Sweetheart
Occ
Cee Killian Ry Trenhawer
Quelle Brisbeis
Senorita de la Torriente
Brazil
Vera Graves
Senorita Carlitta Ferrer
Costa
Raymond Wolf
Dani
Benjamin
Janz
Linehe
New Jersey
Morgenthau
U.S. A
Garwood
Colorado County
Elis G. Miller
Ametir
Wits
Nui
Saley
Miller
Diratien
Caninin Dayal
Soa
Davidson
Mary Fenwood
Avira
Tesus Ombat A. & M. Cojtec
Aradlugihe
Furiousty
Mr Fury Az
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