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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1956
Page
7
The 1954 Census Bureau report shows county totals for farm production in Golo. It lists crops including field crops and livestock products, with values for forests and livestock sales. The data are preliminary state recaps and may be parsed from the census volumes.
Community group WHO Club reported making 35 additional cancer bandages at a local gathering last Thursday. The notes mention a meeting at Fagie Lake Women's Home and a demonstration of food posters led by Miss Bena Prentice with George Berk assisting.
Eagle Lake Police answered varied calls including a gravel truck crash on the equity road near Brasher en route to city after cattle incident. driver unharmed. Reports described domestic violence, a wine money scam, and a freak accident with a gravel truck at Vineyard's Corner during rain. no injuries beyond one case.
Eagles Lake High School seniors, led by sponsor Mrs O Ranft and teachers, depart Monday for a two night three day trip to Bandera Ranch. They will travel by school bus, spend two days away, and return Wednesday evening after visits to New Braunfels and San Marcos.
Houston social security district manager Fred C. Rogers urges students to obtain or duplicate social security cards before summer breaks. An application can be filed at the Houston office or any post office, covering many types of seasonal work including farm and ranch labor when paid.
Mr and Mrs Choate announce the birth of a seven pound baby boy born May 13 at 4 31 PM at Latyhil Sapient. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs J D Paneer and Mr and Mrs Fae Gee Choate, all of Wace.
Mrs Bradford expresses deep gratitude to the Up Eagle Lake Volunteers Department for a Mother's Day gift of a potted plant. She notes the kindness will not be forgotten and extends heartfelt appreciation.
Mrs. Joe J. Kalline of Garwood, a Republican official, stated that National Committeeman Jack Porter invited conservative Democrats to affiliate with the Republican Party. She cited Lyndon Johnson and Sam Rayburn inviting conservative Democrats to leverage their Democratic ties into the GOP in Colorado County.
The Altar Society of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church met with fifteen members to plan a food sale for June 9 at the Southeastern Gas Office. A wide variety of baked items will be offered for sale. The hostesses served refreshments after the meeting. Mr and Mrs Chester Koneshiek and family visited relatives in La Grange.
The Tournament committee at Fagle Lake Recreation Center plans a nine hole team golf event Sunday with mixed men and women players. Teams hit alternately on the nine holes. prizes include closest distance, hole prizes, and team balls. Participation open to members and non members, with meals and fees noted.
The court dismissed charges against Vern Sanford of the Texas Press Association, indicted for spending 76 dollars on political ads with two Waco newspapers in 1954. It found no applicable penal law in Texas to govern expenditures, citing conflicts between statutes and free speech concerns. The ruling eliminates the specific prosecution but invalidates the cited provisions as a whole.
Mr and Mrs Henry Dostal announce the birth of a son at Laughlin Hospital on Tuesday May 1. The newborn weighed seven pounds four ounces and has been named Terry Joseph. Welcomed by siblings Cara and Henry II, the family notes the Grande parent is Mrs Frank Dystal of Eagle Lake.
Saturday May 19 observance honors all branches and past performances while reviewing future plans. Congress approved a 33.6 billion dollar defense budget for one year in a unanimous vote signaling strong defense priorities amid perceived Russian friendliness. Mothers Day guests and weekend visitors from Houston Hempstead and Luling are listed among home gatherings and visitors.
The line from the LaGrange branch of the GH and SA railroad about four miles north of Cahinibus will gain a wide right of way expanding from 400 feet to 120 feet. Resident Engineer V. J. Koss of Columbus confirms extensive highway improvements north of Austin toward Fayette County, with several curves removed and hills cut down. Drainage structures will be widened and the road improved to conform with already completed sections.
Eagle Lake High School paper staff earned a step up from Award of Merit to Award of Achievement in the Interscholastic League press conference ranking. Evangeline Loessin won second in a statewide paper illustrations contest receiving a silver medal. Shirley Frnka placed third in Division 1 sports writing earning a bronze medal.
Citizens are invited to attend a dance recital Thursday May 24 at 8:00 p.m. produced by students of Beale Lake under Miss Nora Beh Kennedy with a varied program in the high school auditorium.
A rural study reports 108,297 people hired in traffic accidents last year with 220,982 mishaps and an estimated cost of 149,401,250. Speed too fast for conditions cited as a major factor in rural fatal crashes. 62 percent of rural fatalities involved speed and 27 percent involved a driver who had been drinking.
Governor Allan Shivers proclaims May 1958 as Navy Sign Up Month in Texas. The order directs a special recruiting drive during May to help ensure the United States Navy remains the largest and adequately manned force. The proclamation references the Navy’s long history and the role of Texas sailors in defending the nation.
A compact collection of maxims on manners and courtesy. Notable lines urge attentive listening, kind speech, and prudent boundaries in social exchange. Attributed to Emierson, De Morny, Mary Baker, Voltaire, and others, with aphorisms about restraint and politeness.
A sanitized roundup from Eagle Lake area history notes Dan Gordon’s death at an advanced age, Mrs. D. H. Conner’s passing in Dettus, local business bids for a bridge opening, and civic efforts to form committees for upcoming events. Four candidates announce this week for local offices, with names including H. F. Hitin for judge and John Hastedt for clerk. Local services, school broadcasts, and community notices span from cleanups to funerals, political visits, church lectures, and charity events.
65 year olds exempt from state fishing license requirements per the last Legislature, per the Chief License Clerk of the Game and Fish Commission. Inquiries arise as exemptions for big game hunting differ. mention of Wilbur Black and Mr. and Mrs. CH Ane dregs in Daisette on Tuesday.
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