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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1971
Page
2
The Eagle Lake Headlight serves as the official city record for Eagle Lake Texas. This issue presents local notices and public information for residents and community stakeholders.
A historical editorial praising Thanksgiving food and national heritage while reflecting on agriculture and technology. It discusses farming, cultural traditions, and the role of agriculture in Texan life, noting gratitude for abundance and natural fibers, and contrasts old practices with modern advances.
A two day horse short course will be conducted at Texas A&M University on November 19 and 20. The seminar aims to train horse leaders with talks by Dr. Donald Stormer and others, held at the Ramada Inn in College Station with sessions at the Veterinary Medicine building and A&M facilities.
A garbled note urges readers to praise farmers for their hard work. It emphasizes acknowledging their efforts and expressing pride in their contributions to the land and community. The text reflects a rural appreciation sentiment despite the faulty transcription.
State health officials warn of a virulent venereal epidemic described as Ventraa disease, with syphilis and gonorrhea cases rising nationwide. Texas records show 43 801 gonorrhea cases and 627 syphilis cases, while experts urge early diagnosis and antibiotic treatment amid ongoing public health efforts.
Governor Preston Smith urged Texans to join a state wide effort to reduce crime during the Christmas shopping season. He warned of increased traffic and offenses that rise with the rush, saying law enforcement faces tougher conditions and criminals have greater opportunity. The appeal ties to the Governor Crime Stop program launched earlier this year and has drawn support from newspapers and police agencies.
The Wharton County Junior College choir and Madrigal Singers will present two form performances of the rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar on December 2 in the Fine Arts Theatre in Wharton. The show features guitar accompaniment and aims to connect the crucifixion story to contemporary language. Evening shows begin at 7:30 p.m. and 9:25 p.m., with all seats $1.00.
A public information campaign stresses reporting offenses to police and crime prevention methods. Two slogans appear in campain materials: Crime ta silent partner and Crime made easy makes crime. The governor warns that neglect to report offenses makes you crime’s silent partner and urges practical home security and vigilance.
The Rice Council's Grider met with South African rice industry representatives in Johannesburg during February 16 week, reviewing programs to expand U.S. rice exports to a major dollar market. He highlighted 1970 U.S. sales of about 1 million dollars and a 21 percent rise from 1969, with consumer advertising and promotion plans expected to boost demand as U.S. rice gains popularity in South Africa.
Chris Shaw an A&M student appears in Whos Who among American Universities and Colleges for 1972. The list honors selected students like Minnie Lee Shaw of Gorwood Texas and notes achievements in academics service and leadership roles in campus organizations.
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