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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1952
Page
1
City council studies a monthly garbage levy of 30 cents for two weekly pickups with extra charges for additional services. The ordinance also covers water meter charges and penalties for tampering with cans. Officials say funds support maintenance. public input will be sought before final readings.
The Coloredge Roil Conservation District subdivision four landowners in Eagle Lake are urged to attend an election Tuesday evening at City Hall to choose a supervisor for five years. John Clipson has served as subdivision four supervisor and is named among those urged to participate.
The auction of Texas Patna and bluebonnet seed bags drew mixed bids Monday. The American Rice Growers Association mill led as a major buyer and several lots crossed the ten dollar mark with prices topping around nine to eleven dollars per barrel. Local buyers and other bidders contributed to a busy sale among growers harvesting fields west of the state.
The article notes the rollout of a new poll tax receipt system, with officials issuing receipts and aligning rates with prior levels. It states receipts are valid for voting only if issued by January 31, 1932, and that the new tax remains contentious as elections approach.
The Kage Lake Volunteer Fire Department sponsors a fire poster contest for local school children during Fire Prevention Week October 5 to 11. Three grade groups compete with first second and third prizes. top five posters chosen from each class advance for final judging Monday night. Winning posters will be displayed at Spelinger's Hardware.
Texas Company plans a deep wildcat drill five miles north of Chesterville in Colorado County. The No 1 C Kaeckele W Thompson survey A-705 will be bored to 11 000 feet while other wells including Duncan near Eagle Lake and Allen near West Garwood advance, with multiple new locations and drifting activities in the Garwood region.
A one day rice relief drive aims to collect enough to fill a carload for the Christian Rural Overseas Program. Churches through Lake and Lissie cum Frijey promote pledges and donations with bank collection points and pledge cards mailed to participants. Efforts seek about 800 in rice or cash to feed millions in wartorn Korea and other starving populations, with CRGP as relief arm of Church World Service.
Thirteen children attended the opening well-child conference held this week. Officials reported thorough health checks and noted concerns addressed, with follow-up appointments scheduled for each child.
A list of volunteers is announced as captains for a funds drive including Laughlint Megdames Jehu Carrol Jim Clipsony and others. The breakfast for workers is set for 7:00 a.m. Thursday October 16 at the former Rotary Hall with a victory meeting at 4 p.m. The article also notes Boy Scout membership and activity statistics for 1951 and the Sam Houston Area Camel.
A district court verdict favored J. W. Stiles after evidence in a $40,000 damage suit against Harris County was presented. Plaintiffs claimed a stairway collapse caused injuries to Mrs Mundy in an offsite apartment accident. Attorneys argued plaintiffs knew of the stairway condition. defense relied on contributory fault.
Mevin Benjami Weimar James Robert Robert Lee Williams are listed among seventy registrants in a large physical call held on October 28. The names indicate a draft or muster context with multiple individuals identified.
A witness testified that an offer through a third party to purchase property for Mrs. Grodhaus was rejected. Land near Wel has seen oil and gas lease interest with an offer to Mr. Dimerling. Lawyers for Mrs. Grodhaus and Mr. Dimerling represent their clients as a trial in the Osborne vs Dick case, scheduled for Wednesday, was postponed.
Plans for National Rice Week in October 1925 emphasize rice as a basic diet for over half the world. Advocates highlight rice as economical and versatile for American households, with promotion by editors and homemakers to boost consumption and show value. Continuous coverage plans indicate demonstrations and practical tips for households.
Bulletin reports a crash on Highway 200 near the Highway 200 courts involving a gasoline truck owned by Frank Stephens and a Ford car. Driver Floyd Hedde and a Ford car were cited as factors. Judge Molt ordered the ruling with an appeal noted. Both vehicles damaged. occupants escaped serious injury. car occupant name not reported.
More than three thousand pounds of barbecue and sausage will be served at the annual Feast of St Rochs Catholic Church Sunday morning at Mentone. A turkey shoot, music by Ray Dury and his orchestra, and a community picnic are planned with admission one dollar per person.
Band Boosters nominate officer candidates for the Eagle Lake Band Booster Club meeting. Nominating committee of Mrs. McJones Mrs Walter Meitzen Mr Altman and Mrs C Lockwood presented names to seventeen members. officers listed include President Mrs F C Pidgeon Vice President Mrs Ben Grasher and Secretary Mrs J C Lockwood.
B D Fussell of Columbus and formerly of Arlington, riding most of the day, was thrown from a pony Tuesday afternoon several miles north of Eagle Lake, Vermont. He suffered two broken arms and other injuries. Ambulance moved him to Columbia Hospital for treatment as friends hoped for a speedy recovery.
Paving certificates for involuntary liens are to be filed Friday in Columbus City Hall. The measure targets delinquent assessments on city property, with owners urged to settle to avoid filings that could block transfers of ownership. Authorities say heirs must clear liens before any property transfers occur.
Dagls Lake Eagles host Katy High School Tigers at Lomorray night with a 3 00 kickoff. Eagles seek first win after a tough start while Katy eyeing another victory. Injuries to key linemen prune hopes, but defense has shown grit and a large crowd is expected with spirited support from Elva Lake Quarterback Club volunteers.
Dr Kyle Mo Yates of Houston, pastor of Stcond Baptist Church, spoke at a praise service in a Houston high school auditorium on the Revised Standard Version of the Bible. He outlined three major points from the committee’s work, noting Yale University, Chenango and Waley as sources and praising the translation effort.
Members of American Legion Post 108 are urged to attend a very important meeting next Tuesday evening at 4:15 at the Swimming Pool. Refreshments will be served.
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