24 May 1930
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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1930
Page
1
A report notes that 506 cars loaded with potatoes were shipped out by last night. The shipment is described in brisk terms with emphasis on quantity and timing, indicating a bulk agricultural movement coordinated across lines.
Lee Johnson and Sueglar report intruders entering the Fohnson home on Wednesday. A number of items were taken and a suspect is eyed. police report confusing details and an ongoing search by City Marshal Jos. Osebe with officers Owba and Taylor. Nearby, a sudden death occurred in Sramser with funeral services noted.
Basil Grekes of Payetteville presented a splendid program to a receptive audience. Report notes high praise for the performance and calls it a return to the old days of music, with strong applause from listeners.
diplomas were issued to sixteen graduates at Eagle Lake iyn School last night, with presentations by Supt. W O Reed and a featured talk by Assistant Supt. L Cunningham. The ceremony included musical performances by Mildred Cotley and others, a bronze plaque to the pupil, and speeches on modern education and values for graduates and parents.
Hor James Young a candidate for governor will speak in Eagle Lake next Friday afternoon May 30 in the city park or auditorium arrangements are being finalized by his headquarters in Dallas with Mayor W E Wellsford. The visit is expected to draw a large crowd and could influence the gubernatorial race in the area.
Pierre Foverks won first honors in the first flight at the all tournament here last weekend. He posted 472 for eighteen holes while Wes the runner-up had 9 score at 7. Reeve captured honors in the second flight with 33 score. Middlebrook won in the Summer division with 33. Percy Middlebrook Jr won the third flight with 98. Vir Engelkare rode with 100. The three winners received silver belt buckles and must defend them against challengers from any club member until defeated by another challenger.
A fragmentary item notes Balhorn leaving San Antonio on Monday and arriving in Riverside with a group including Mr. Balhorn and Mrs. Welford, conveying a mixed message to his mother.
The Headlight extends sympathy to Mrs. J. H. Miles on the death of her sister Mrs. G. B. McClure 42, killed when an overturned boat threw them into Beaver Creek near Electra. The baby boy Billy Wayne Gary drowned. his body not recovered. Mrs. McClure, Rocky Boulay area resident south of Electra, was visiting relatives in New Mexico.
Reports describe a brief cyclone near Eagle Lake that formed in a curved shape but dissipated before landfall. No damage was recorded and local residents observed the event while officials monitored the scene.
Local resident Pri Engellerdg of Whisedtae declares Fritz Engelhard as a logical candidate for District 35 representative. The Michigan alumnus and active farmer leader is described as devoted to issues from taxation to agriculture, with ties to several farmers organizations and local offices.
The State Highway Commission ordered preliminary estimates for improving a road from the intersection of two highways to the same highway. The action covers a long stretch proposed from Wharton county line toward a Colomade river bridge site. Voters in a precinct will decide on a road bond to connect Houston to the Colorado county line.
Fred Hoeler of LaGrange purchased the Esgie Lake Plumbing Company from A. McCevary and assumed management yesterday. W. B. Wade remains in the firm with local partners, while the new owner plans to operate from LaGrange and may relocate his family pending future arrangements. Mixed notes mention Mr McCevary and others, with several relatives and visitors linked to Canton and Los Angeles.
In Colorado County a county drive raised the Red Cross quota to $290 with contributions from Eagle Lake and other communities. Chairman Ed R. Spencer sent the collected funds to officials in St. Pauls, totaling $273.66 from this county so far.
The senior class staged a school play on Tuesday night amid a full house with vivid performances. Cast members like Lester Partts and Edith Smith drew applause for their roles, while Mrs Bweusor’s directing was praised as one of the best character portrayals seen on the local high school stage. The event featured a large audience and raised close to one hundred dollars in visitor receipts.
A garbled report notes Mrs A Ry Lee and family join a local gas firm. Residents of Eagle Lake extend support to Mr Lee and his kin amid community ties. The text references a Southern Union dus Company and mentions local schools and a Texas town.
Colerade county contest heats up as Thrower of Columbus PS 4 enters race for county judge. Mayes seeks renomination. voters signal shift, with sheriff’s race drawing interest. Local school program at gra dear highlights. student praise and community support noted.
In Corley near Corley, Os Legb, a boy named Os Le gb was bitten several times by a snake in water near a creek in the west banks of the city. The bite caused injuries to the extremities and a physician was summoned. Authorities note the snake may not have been poisonous. The exact species is uncertain.
A four year old child Lavis Wink died after shooting himself with a pistol Thursday morning. An inquest led by Justice of the Peace detailed the accidental self inflicted wound, the pistol passing through the body. Survivors include Mrs Aneude Wink and extended Walker Wink family with relatives in Columbus and Halletts. Funeral arrangements at Matthews Hall and local church services follow.
Mr J Cawsey reports Townley and George have moved to Houston and plan to make their home there. Verda Townley is to hold a responsible position in Towstorl and George has joined a construction firm. Many friends from Eagle Lake extend good wishes for health happiness and prosperity in their new home.
Curtin McClanatinn eldest son of Mr and Mrs A Mettanahan in Houston will be admitted to the bar on the first of June. He has been connected with a local store and has pursued law studies for several years, completing the course this month.
A fragmentary historical note names a candidate Thrower N for county justice of the peace in Colorado territory. It describes him as a well known citizen of a town and references his promised duties, county duties, and a future administration with fairness and popular support.
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