27 May 1933
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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1933
Page
1
Reader notes describe a ceremony where the largest class at the local school received diplomas. The account mentions the event took place during a retreat period and includes remarks about attendance and participants.
A heavy rainfall Thursday broke a weeks long drought, easing soil moisture and aiding corn and cotton prospects. Wessmorgland recorded up to three inches. showers continued into the afternoon, benefiting various crops though some late-planted corn remains vulnerable. Farmers hail the rain as timely for overall yield despite potential delays in harvesting and minor flood issues in low-lying fields.
Reports warn of a fifteen foot rise in the Colorado River threatening banks and irrigation works. Upstream flows face possible cresting that could slow river improvements on the Gardosco road and affect crossings, with officials in Reid's charge seeking a state solution.
Russell A Salladay and Lena Ma Murphy were married at the Home of Rev Welter E Rodgers Baptist pastor officiating. The couple, residents of Chesterville and the city, were joined in a ceremony described with warm, hopeful language as friends and family gathered.
In Plymouth southwest of Garwood workers set casing to 6145 feet and cemented with 210 sacks. Operations paused until cement cures and a new core may be taken before hanging tubing and bringing in a producer, with tubing and equipment due Saturday. Mrs Day and Cecil Jones along with the Gideons attended a seventh grade exercise here Wednesday evening.
The Avalon Theatre plans a Saturday parade with about a hundred children, meeting at 1 30 pm for hats and props. A moving picture will be filmed and shown later, promoting the new serial The Last Fronttier featuring Creighton Chaney and Dorothy Gulliver among others.
The Headlight reports strong rumors of an upcoming test oil well in Golorido county about five to six miles south of Rock Island. It suggests The Texas Company may drill soon after a geophysical survey indicated potential, with hopes for a full lease block acceptable to the proposing oil firm.
Commissioner H L Reading ordered start of Garwood road improvements Monday with local Chamber of Commerce and Eagle Lake Rotary Club fundraising. About 8000 dollars needed to grade and gravel. 2100 already subscribed. Work includes 120 feet of bridge work, raising road level, and wider rights of way. Detour planned for ten to twelve weeks starting near Santa Fe station.
Coach Otis Coffey praises the Eagles as they lose eighteen players to graduation and ineligibility. Key backs Harry Reading Sing Wallace Bubba Bunge LeRoy Land, ends Clifford Wiese Ivy Ham, tackles Adkins Ham Davault McCreary Briggs, guards Rit Clipson Merlin Ney and center Martin Roberts depart. About 30 underclassmen aim to fill voids despite inexperience and weight gaps, with spring practice leaders including Captain Charlie Brown Captain Buddie Reese and others listed.
Rain delays digging until Monday or Tuesday as Thursday’s showers halt activity. Shipping totals show 68 cars from Ramsey, 27 this week, and 224 from Eagle Lake district, 53 this week. Growers face disappointing yields and very low prices, with some cars sold up to 90 cents. Dr. B. T. Gordon notes growers near Ramsey struggle to cover costs and profits remain slim.
Land leasing in the Lissie area remains active while drilling at the Fabrigate Poole well west of the lake is paused. Surveyors report finalizing land titles before work resumes, with estimates this may take ten days to two weeks. Some landowners hold out for higher offers, while others accept around eight dollars per acre.
Mrs. Charles McLellan formerly Mildred Tomlinson, born 1904 in Wallis, died early Saturday at age 25. Funeral services were held in Wallis, many attendees from New Mexico and Louisiana attended, with elaborate floral arrangements. she had served as past matron of Wallis Chapter No. 27 OES and was widely loved.
Humble Oil and Refining Company well in Garwood reports drilling through sand with no oil saturation found at current depth. Core samples are being taken as drilling proceeds, with hope the formation may yet yield oil. Danciger well nearby reports shale at about 4803 feet with no discouraging signs so far.
Mr. Geo B Smith resigns as Lissie postmaster after years in service. Two candidates, Mrs J M Clipson and Mrs Higlen Smith, are in the running though no appointment has been announced yet.
Eagle Lake residents plan to attend a dance at Nada Hall next Wednesday night featuring the Boca Old-Time Orchestra. The famous ensemble is expected to draw a large crowd from the area, promising lively old-time tunes and a popular event.
Fragmentary obituary notice mentioning several individuals and bereaved families with lingering sorrow. Vague references to surviving relatives and a family in Walls, lacking clear dates or full names due to OCR errors.
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