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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1943
Page
1
Volunteer Captain Cameron G. Wistrame Jarl volunteered at a tavern and marine work along the Gulf and Pacific coasts. He was assigned duties in rivers and harbors within the Army Transport Service.
A fragmented historical note extols the American press as a democratic pillar. It praises small community newspapers and editors for upholding truth, presenting opposing views, and guiding national welfare through free, responsible reporting.
A county wide meeting of Crnl Verva County residents set the stage for the United War Chest Drive beginning October 18. County chairman and leaders from Columbus Eagle, Signy Alleston and regional coordinators outlined fundraising goals, USO support, and community participation with local officials listed among attendees, aiming to mobilize volunteers and donations for war support efforts.
The Parc nt Teacher Association will hold its regular meeting Tuesday night at 7:30 at the High School. President Mrs O L Mil urges large attendance as important business and plans for the coming year will be discussed.
Jacqueline Joyce Kalina, a student at Our Lady of Lake College in San Antonio, excels in academics and activities. She upholds Garwood traditions, graduates with honors, and is praised by family and school peers for building a scholarly record in San Antonio.
The article notes that C L Mill becomes owner of the McCreary Funeral Home on October 1 and details his prior association since 1926. It recounts the family and staff changes, ambulance service, and future branding as the Mil Funeral Home with continued operations of related firms and floral and telecommunication services. The piece references individuals including J J McCreary, Mrs Mill, and A Holm, and mentions local connections in Lake or Burns area communities.
Mrs. William Randow, 70, was struck by a freight train near her home as she crossed the tracks. The accident, described as tragic, left the community shocked and claimed the life of a devoted wife and mother with survivors including two daughters, a son, and a son in the service overseas. Funeral services were announced for Saturday morning at Mill Funeral Home.
Fragmentary OCR notes report Plow Realty No. 10 at a depth of 2900 feet with unclear details. Mentions Friday and last week and references a separation and a name likely misread. No clear event or outcome is established due to garbled text.
Samuel Porter Tigett 62 died Wednesday morning after lingering illness. Funeral from Mill Puner Home Tourseday 10 am with Rev C O Fest of First Baptist. Survived by widow Goldie Beaumont Tigett two sons Malcolm and Rayburn, one deceased son, two grandsons, a brother Chas Tigett, and Ben Tigett. Served in Spanish American War. moved from Meridian Mississippi to Port Neches Texas 1903 then to Kerrville for health.
Texts indicate Lissie Puncan No 1 was abandoned and its crew reassigned to Nevasote today. An earlier note suggested discouragement among students and staff surrounding the closure.
A local inventor, Tiaden, claims a patent pending convertible gyro aircraft design with vertical takeoff and compact form. The article notes his pending status and asserts the model’s potential, while indicating no final patent grant or public release details.
Rev G A Schulze departed Eagle Lake Tuesday for Washington DC to join the Methodist Church commission in the chaplains corps of the WS Naval Reserve. His status was described as pending with possible rejection or deferment. He planned to return if delayed by developments.
Bishop C E Byrne will visit the local parish to confirm a large class of about forty candidates. The ceremony occurs Saturday afternoon at Mentz with confirmations at 3 o'clock and will honor Reverend A W Dirtner for parish work.
The report notes widespread state and national publicity for Eagle Lake’s war loan efforts. Captain Caph John A. Orb of San Antonio, amid a collision incident, is highlighted as a heroic figure. Officials, including Nathan Adan and John Churchill, commend the local citizens and urging continued support for War Bonds.
Rice prices ranged from $5.74 to $7.16 across the week with Blue Rose at 86.71 per barrel and other brands cited. Figures show $6.51 average amid varying lots. mention of 12,000 units and barrels sold, with specific reads including $5.74 to SAT and $6.83 to 716.
The report notes surgical dressing quantities and a focus on the Seaton ward supply line. It mentions staff caregivers and a shortage of Siltiiines while detailing pins awarded to Hoye and the involvement of several named caregivers in a recent week.
Personal letters from Raymond Zahramnivle and others describe thirteen day maneuvers in California, Navy family updates, and training progress. The piece lists service members, locations from San Antonio to Paris Island, and notes on preflight training, church services, and morale activities as families follow relatives in the armed forces.
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