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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1930
Page
7
The Denton Record and Chronicle notes Garrison built a compact engine with a flywheel, crankshaft, valve system, and alcohol burner, operating on steam in a small track harness. He also crafted several pocket knives, including a miniature that weighs 30.72 ounces for a 7.32 inch piece, showcasing precision machining.
An analysis of legal responsibility if a driver picks up a person who is injured or kills someone while riding in a car. The piece discusses public interest in avoiding burdens from ride services, laws against offering rides for pay, and dangers of illegal passengers with examples of violent outcomes. It notes court decisions and emphasizes caution in selecting riders.
Mrs Maude Garnett of Dallas arrives for several days visiting relatives. Notices mention visitors from Boston to Fort Clinton Ohio and Houston spending weekends with kin. Church announcements praise Old Time Religion and the farm program urged by the Texas A and M College Extension Service to boost agriculture in Texas with support from local groups.
A garbled column mocks Northern calls for state rights while Southerners face shifting power. It notes New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio and others weighing federal control versus states’ own laws, with references to Prohibition era style claims and regional sentiment.
Experimental use of cotton fabric in road construction shows promise as a cheap, durable surface when combined with asphalt and crushed limestone. Tests near Gonzales Texas and in North Carolina discuss rainproofing and cohesion, with ongoing state involvement and cross state interest.
Garwood residents report deer hunts near Kingsville and New Braunfels, visits to Columbus and Mauston, and multiple bridge parties. Mr. and Mrs. E R Coffelt relocate to Columbus. The brides club hosts a high score prize with Baptized and low score awards. Local families such as the Lu d w i g, Braden, Hoff, and Shillines attend hunts and social events.
Afternoon Bligh suoye and Mrs. ___ visited, with refreshments served including salad, cake, and coffee. Mr and Mrs R Schiurring were Columbus visitors, Saturday. Mrs Fo MM Shilling and Joe Finchbark returned from Houston after attending the Nationa Convention of the W G. Mr and Mrs A D Wind and B Mrs A Walker spent Tuesday at Alleswil with Mr R Koenig. Stills Laundry advertises affordable cleaning and pressing services and laundry work.
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