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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1953
Page
5
Fragments of a historical newspaper page show scattered phrases about a public notice, publishers, and a cover page. Names such as Fred and Prara appear among garbled text, with unclear dates or places due to OCR errors.
Fragmentary report notes no decision reached in the matter involving Diebr and broker brides. Limited readable text references 22 Pooodrwes Yi Nye and unnamed parties, with unclear context and dates.
A list of twenty five inductees from Colorado counties is announced for June 3. Names include Robert Elmer Maker Charlie Willian Hullman Columbus Montez Tyree Me Eagle Lake and Alfred Li. Edwin Joseph Drew volunteers and will be warded. The Corti Pe Legion Carnival plans candy, drinks, and chili for local boys during the event hosted by the Junior Chamber.
Three Houston men, aged 21 to 22, and a younger companion were nabbed Saturday near Mypargte for hunting at night. Police say they faced charges including fines up to 350 and 313 dollars, with more penalties possible if convicted on further counts. The group pleaded before Judge Fri Theo and were to remain jailed until Sunday, with fines reduced by surrendering cash and bonds before dawn.
Mrs A W Linke was hostess for the Eagle Lake Women's Home Demonstration Club's regular bi monthly meeting. President Mrs German opened the session and read the minutes. Members welcomed guests L Henry Wattened Wal demersioration of sea. Chavo.ale and Prentice attended, with tea and cookies served after the gathering.
Briscoe returns from a Bay Area clinic in Houston as part of a conference involving medical associates, university staff, and industry leaders. James W. Doulat, Bert Cadmney, and Waggoner Cacr are among listed participants including Downiain Schaal from the University of Houston.
Hospital notes list numerous patients and discharges including names such as Mrs WG Fillin Mrs LC Worence City Chas ven Longerire Mrs Leonard Walkey J.P. Butler and others. The fragmentary list also mentions colored patients and discharge notices with several unreadable entries from Laughlin Hospital this week.
The First Presbyterian Church in Bay City witnessed the May 13 ceremony of Miss Mary Kerhress Bucks and Robert Weight, with Roswell Burke of Rock Island as father of the bride. Rev Lancaster officiated, with attendants from Houston and Dallas. The couple plans a New York voyage then London for Coronation duties before returning to Texas. Mary Burke attended Agnes Scott College and the University of Texas, earning top honors and joining several honor societies. Robert Weight, UT graduate, leads the West Columbia Rotary Club and heads Roy Wright Service, Inc. in Bay City and Freeport.
A busy afternoon at Eagle Lake High School as the Eagle Lake Parent Teacher Association convenes at 3:15 PM to install new officers. Principal speaker Dr. J C Laughlin health officer outlines a Pole message. Officers Anderson and Mrs Matthews chair health committee. The meeting includes a year in review, a business session, and a social hour to conclude activities for the 1952 53 year.
A fragmented notice describes a trip for travelers and sightseers to the border towns of Del Rio and nearby Mexican locations. Sponsors listed include Mrs. EL G, Principal Arnold Payne, and others. It notes dates in early June and stops at towns such as Taos New Mexico and Fort Worth Texas with lodging details and phone contacts.
Application for free USDA services must be made by July 1. Frank S Dinard of the Austin Cotton Classification Office notes farmers benefit from USDA staff and market quotas. Blanks are available from the county agent or office for qualified applicants. The notice mentions Legion Carnival events and local social notices nearby.
Notice to bidders for rent a three room apartment with private bath. Hert Lar the, phone 1-W, Eagle Lake, May 21.
A home dinner idea features a Rice and Cheese Souffle with peas. The recipe blends cooked rice with cheese, mushroom soup, and seasonings, then bakes until puffed and creamy served with a rich mushroom sauce.
A San Angelo tornado heavily damaged the home of Mr. and Mrs. O L Jones, sister of Roy A. Van Nert, with estimated seventy five percent destruction and possible injuries. Nearby families and Lakeview pupils affected as storm disrupted community events and services. Funeral for the Graduintine student followed, while other residents recovered from the disaster. Local crews reported debris, power outages, and emergency care in the aftermath.
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