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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1955
Page
1
Fragmented text outlines a school activity and commencement program held Friday night. Mentions representatives or boards and preliminary events with incomplete names and places, indicating a local school celebration with planned activities and possible student groups involved.
Henry School holds commencement ceremonies this evening with students and families gathering to honor graduates. Organizers announce program details and speakers, highlighting achievements and the community’s support for the class.
Eighth grade and upper elementary students at Eagle Lake School received certificates of promotion during last night’s exercises in the school auditorium. Principal Raynaud R. Them urged success and urged graduates to strive for personal growth, while music and procession accompanied the ceremony.
Miss Murphy and Miss McKernan named top Sheridan seniors in a school program listing their awards, with Mrs Charles Iscovian and Kenneth Merkenon noted among honorees. The seniors posted high averages and the event was scheduled for Friday afternoon in the school auditorium.
The Girl Scout Day Camp schedules a five unit round-up with units named Doggie Laffattes and other groups guiding groups at five stations. Leaders Mrs Shaver Mrs Sparks and Mrs Davidson organize the camp with staff including Seaacs and Agate. Public visitors are invited Thursday June 2 from 5 AM to 4 PM to view and support the activities at Harrison End Walker Ranch near the Colorado River.
Garwood High School plans Friday night ceremonies in the Garwood gymnasium to bestow diplomas on the senior class. Superintendent G Makshail serves as principal speaker with music by Drs. AL B. Snystemn and the choir, invocation by John O D Gideon, salutatory by Miss Jo Ann Woodruff, awards by Be land Gardner, valedictory by Miss Lilian Kubesch, and benediction by Rev EB Bil Ratert.
County School Supt. Lavo Wee Bennett reminds schools and parents that the final date to file applications for student transfers between districts is June 1. Applications must be submitted to the district superintendent or board of trustees where the child resides for transfer to an adjoining district.
Local notices list city closures and observances around Memorial Day. Public offices and services will adjust hours, with many departments closing Monday May 20. Residents are advised to plan ahead and honor the holiday with appropriate ceremonies.
A 496 ccre lease for the Nil Breeding Survey draws attention as predictions show the project rising to 8,500 feet. Reported by Seensetti, Sherwood, and Bloom, the No. 1 Duncan site near Chesterville is highlighted in early assessments.
Mrs Westmoreland returns home Wednesday from Austin where she recuperated after an operation. Her sister Mrs Blackwell and daughter Miss Elizabeth Westmoreland accompanied her, and friends are glad she is thriving at home with Mrs Ligie.
District Court session hears pleas in Becker murder case. John A. seeks murder trial by jury. District Attorney Boethel to confer in Columbus. baby death linked in ongoing robbery case investigation.
Memorial Day services and a Homecoming will be observed in Rock Island on Sunday May 29. Highlights include a noon luncheon and memorial services in the Rock Island High School auditorium and Myrtle Cemetery.
The Texas Highway Department accepted a bid of 349602 from Thomas If Tatliff of Rogers Texas for the Colorado River bridge on US Highway 19 A between Eagle Lake and Altair. Bids opened last Wednesday May 18th. Construction is planned to begin within about two to four weeks with completion expected within six weeks after start.
The Eagle Lake Independent School District Board of Equalization schedules hearings for June 2 and June 3 in the conference room of the Cannunnlly Cemun. The meeting invites individuals and firms to present prolems and seek redress before the board. Members listed include PD Estiinbaurd Glittent A. Wiese and W. G. Bar.
Representatives of oil companies plan to appear before the board of equalization in a two day session at Columbus next week to present changes in the county’s assessed valuation. Judge Bill Rutta will preside as the board, composed of all county commissioners, convenes for the May hearings.
Members of the Texas Rice Promotion Association will meet in Alvin on June 25 for the annual membership meeting. After a luncheon, the business session will follow. They will discuss advertising campaign plans and the association's annual report. Congressman Gar W. Thompson will be elected chair of the House Agriculture Committee and seek farmers’ views on price support options. Members are urged to attend.
Eagle Lake citizens are invited to a Friday morning meeting in the high school cafeteria to discuss starting an art class. Local artist Lastie Tenson of La Grange will join, bringing years of painting study in Paris and Western regions. For more details call 169-7.
The Sumner pool begins its summer season this Sunday from 2:00 to 6:00 pm with a gala opening, followed by a regular schedule through August. Armola P. Payne will manage, with Sandy Fletcher from Nebraska joining as lifeguard and swimming instructor. Tickets go on sale for about six weeks, and season passes are available at local stores. Legionnaires will assist with opening preparations.
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