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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1923
Page
1
A report details a $32.45 theft at the Southern Pacific ticket office and discusses a community shift as Mexican families relocate from other sections of the state. The piece portrays labor needs, social tensions, and calls for fair housing and work opportunities for Mexican migrant families amid changing urban demographics.
Eagle Lake and Lowrey ladies expressed gratitude for community hospitality after a parade event. Donations were made to the Se Leke Indies and to Mr. and Mrs. t their hospitality, with attendees noting the float and hospitality impacts on the celebration.
G Morgan notes several automobile thefts and alarms stolen from a wife’s wagon while Morgan and Officer Clapp seek the culprits. Resident by Maine tending to Morgan reports the thefts continue both day and night. vigilance urged as suspects may be caught.
The Columbus Power and Development Company is incorporated with El San Antonio and Mr. G A Zumwalt of Columbus as resident directors. The firm aims to build and operate across the north bank of the Colorado River at Columbus to furnish power for an electric plant to be erected by the company.
Mr. F Huisin has leased the Furson Milne Company mill to Mr A Slawson, a busy businessman who plans daily grinding and aims to supply Eagle Lake with fresh corn meal. Simeon expects to grow corn next year for use at the mill, while the Hudson family may leave Eagle Lake for Austin, with hopes they return in spring.
The Maghe Lake all star football squad, making their first field outing, overwhelmed a Matonia team at the Columnus fair Monday. Heawell scored all points for the Maghe Lake group, while Flatonia showcased new two down formations and added two rushing touchdowns. Players named include Den, Mooney, Emeheff, Theuman, Henry Walker, Buster Tunge, Ney, Breshear, Phil Waddell, Piek Potney and Tug Causey.
During the Columbia fair the coffee vendors supplied free coffee at their demonstration booth in the agricultural building. A branded coffee donated by wholesalers was served hot and ready at all times, including daily supplies at eating stands run by various denominational ladies and the large barbecue pot at Mongay.
El Campo travels to Eagle Lake next Friday for a district football clash. Eagle Lake seeks an upset against the stronger El Campo squad, aiming to prove they can beat a team considered tougher than Hallettsville. Fans are urged to attend for a memorable, hard fought game.
Motor car taxes are due January first with new rates sliding by weight. Four classes set rates from under 200 pounds to over 4,500 pounds with a minimum annual fee fixed per year.
The Hendia ght indicates no Methodist preacher has been assigned to Garwood circuit in the latest appointments. R Paine, formerly at Eagle Lake and Bilorepuisly, was named to a charge but was reassigned to Ganado and Loulae. The Garwood circuit remains vacant for the moment, with a pastor expected soon.
The Columbus event drew about 10 000 attendees with displays from Eagle Take and Columbus churches winning prizes. Prize lists include Christian Sunday School float first, Genner & Tanner Gravel Co. float second, and a third for a shell line parade entry. The fair showcased decorative car and bike entries, with the community planning to settle debts and fund future campaigns while tributes are paid to Mrs. Dooly and Mrs. Melton.
Lin members of the Eagle Lake Odd Fellows motor to New Ulm on Tuesday to perform degree work. They were hosted to a generous supper, with a second supper after the meeting. Eagle Lake Lodge members praised New Ulm citizens for their hospitality and planned a return visit next Monday evening for continued work.
Mr 8 Stahl of Gonzales and Mrs Abe Goldberg of Natches Louisiana visit Armistice Darbolinga with the family of Mrr Harry Landa. Mr and Mrs Jon Stahl of Schulenburg also present. Calmen Landa and his friend Sam Salzer of Houston joined the gathering.
A council resolution at a regular meeting says starting January 1 property owners, not renters, will pay sewerage charges. Previously renters paid, but many did not consistently, causing unpaid fees. Landlords must update rental contracts to shift the sewerage rent to owners and collect monthly.
Street Commissioner J. Z. Clapp faces scrutiny over proposed street taxes. The article notes plans for a new street tax levy and predicts limited impact on total revenue, with Clapp likely to retain a small number of remaining projects after initial collections.
A few weeks ago the Headlight noted a council debate about Fr Fr Clapp amid bribery rumors. He is now named a game warden and will monitor violators, adding duties to his role as city official.
A lengthy listing details prize winners across cattle, horses, dairy, and exhibits. Judges include Matthews, Brown, Gillespie, Struss, and others from Columbus, Eagle Lake, Alleyton, and New Ulm. Awards cover heifers, cows, steers, aged bulls, stalls, and floral displays with cash prizes ranging from $2 to $150, plus ribbons and specialty trophies.
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