Richard Clipson Remembered for Community Service and Leadership
Funeral services were held for Richard Clipson on Wednesday October 10 honoring a longtime community leader. He served on the Eagle Lake school district board the county board of supervisors and the American Rice Growers Coop while directing local centers and volunteering across Bekod zadel and surrounding areas.
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Fts Vipgtu
Fe Wesan
Hage Lake Chamber of Commerce
Eagle Lake
Bekodzadel
Colorado Sail and Water Conservation District
Beggie Lake
American Rice Growers Coop
Clipson
Tdesie
Sail District Supervisor Election Thursday
Vague notice outlines a local Sail District supervisor election set for Thursday with references to civic boards and a general call for participation. unclear names or locations are present, but the message emphasizes the election event and civic process.
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Sail District
Rice market and local home move noted after earnings
The report records an $11.74 top bid for rice last Wednesday and ongoing strong yields around 12 to 13 bushels per cwt with good season results. It also notes Bri and Mrs B J Crone moving into a new home on Warwick Street in the Highland Park addition.
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B. J. Crone
Warwith Street
Ite Highland Perk
County Okays Increased Insurance Benefits for Workers
During a regular session on Monday the county approved higher life and medical insurance benefits for employees and dependents. Employee premiums rise for dependents to support 24hour coverage discussions while the county continues paying employee premiums.
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Reesuena: Insurance Co. Rive
Franklin
Two Criminal Charges Handled In District Court Tuesday
Ten persons faced criminal charges in district court Tuesday morning. Beh Edgar Brandt and Greg gery were indicted by the September grand jury on theft of property over $50 from M. Dvorak. Brandt’s charge was dismissed. Redditt’s was reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor with a $200 fine and costs. James Scott Brady and Walter Malacan were indicted for burglary and entry of property owned by Jimmy Mikalerks. Melecan was severed for trial and received at least two years in prison with three years probation, while Brady’s charge remains pending.
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Jimmy Mikalerks
Melecan
Raiders Host Tigers Amid Friday Football Flair
Raiders aim for first win in AAA action against Wharton Tigers at Rafter Stadium Altair. Kickoff moved to 7 39 p.m. district games start time. Raiders show 1 1 record, Wharton 3 0 in non conference play.
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Fire High Sehoot Raiders
Wharton Tigers
Rafter Stadium
Altair
Conrk Ball Appell'é Raiders
Hallettsville
Bratmas
Jeran Kwik Car Wash Opens Near Garwood
Jeran Kwik Kar Wash opens south of Garwood this week inviting citizens to inspect the new business. The Zrraneks also own Jer Ane Station in Garwood.
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Mrangarg
Verry
Coranen
Gighwig
Garwood
Zrraneks
Jer- Ane
Council OKs CPL Rate Hike and Auto Disposal First Readings
Tye Eagle Lake City Council held a regular session and approved the first readings of two ordinances. One would raise Central Power and Light Company rates effective January 1, 1979, and the other would provide for junk auto disposal on streets and property. The council discussed negotiations with CPL representatives and heard praise from former Mayor Harold Thomas. The measure passed four to one with Gene Baker in opposition, and second and third readings are set for later.
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Tye
Eagle Lake City
Cowi— ci
Central Power and Light Company
Central Power and Light Co
Frank Sherter
Pat Fischer
Copany
Elmer Struss
Harold Thomas
Cie Gyly
Isitear
Central Fower and Light Co
Ong Watch
Gene Baker
CPL
Study Club Bazaar Set for October 27 at Eagle Lake Center
Eagle Lake Study Club announces its Bazaar to support the new Eagle Lake Library Bulletin Fund. Booths open October 27 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Eagle Lake Community Center. Artwork by Southwest Art Galleries will be for sale with profits shared. Includes baked goods, crafts, handmade decorations, and a country store. Items due by October 26 at 5 p.m. for booths. baked goods due by 9 a.m. on October 27. Construction to begin that afternoon.
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Eagle Lake Study Club
Cha Eagle Lake
Eagle Lake
Clus
Southwest Act Galleries
Houston
Gale
Seth
Firemen’s Auxiliary Chili Supper Plans
The Ladies Auxiliary of the Eagle Lake Fire Dept invites the community to circle date for a chili supper at the Fire Hall. Chili will be served from noon to 6 for $1.25 per bowl. No advance tickets are sold. tickets available at the door.
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Eagle Lake
Lissie WSCS Taste Luncheon Next Tuesday
The Lissie WSCS charity luncheon is a week away Tuesday. Tickets available from Marvad Gerigen and Andersen. event features a menu with tomato florentine, bubba’s pastry, hot fruit, Mexican appetizers, and local crafts. Proceeds benefit the Senne CS group.
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Marvad Gerigen
Andersen
Bubba's
Piensa
Improvements To Highways In Texas Hit 83 000
The Texas Highway Department approves 83 000 for safety and improvement work under the farm to market road program. Projects cover 48.2 miles in Colorado County with 10 high priority tasks, including road resurfacing and structural repairs led by supervisor Bennie Holesovsky. Work is overseen by A Weise and Resident Engineer.
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Texas
S. Fottaert
Hessidaw
Bennie Holesovssy
Matneenwince
Foarensa
A. Weise
Ulin
Aghwas Commission
Colorido
Abels&al Coat
Eagle Lake
Sheridan Fire Dept Trail Ride and Dance Benefit
The Sheridan Fire Department hosts a Saturday trail ride departing at 1:00 p.m. from Sheridan followed by a dance at Fival from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Cost is 1.50 per person with proceeds funding fire equipment upgrades and community events. Music by Tel-Stare.
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Ane Sneriggy Yountest Fire Department
Spamser &Rail
Mde
Sheridan
Mmaic
CYO Bake Sale Scheduled in Eagle Wake
The CYO will hold its annual bake sale in downtown Eagle Lakes starting at 390 a.m. in Eagle Wake. Members urge citizens to attend and support the event with donations and baked goods.
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CYO
Bake Sale Saf
Eagle Wake
Siti
Eagle Lakes
Rice Board Sets Tighter Security At Rice High School
Colorado County Commissioners approved oil and gas mineral leases on several tracts with bids led by Richard Be Tei. The Vexus Company bid $24 per acre plus royalties and rental terms. A special meeting was held to finalize lease revisions and conditions including production proximity provisions and fees.
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Colorado County
Comemissioners Court
Byte Catiney
Provident City
Richard Be
Way of
Neustan
Sears
Jung Tan
William Stson
Memingway
Plow Realty Co
Columius Lane
Cat
Cus Obenlwds
Alaustun
Deashie
Cart Balks
Crypas Christi
Vexus Cormany
Polis
Vaurt
Mr. Falk
Gil F. Steger
Fence Erected At Bus Yard Near Eaglelake School
The Dvorak Fence Co. completed a high steel fence around the Eaglelake Middle School bus storage area at about $1,000. Superintendent Krivacka said it should cut vandalism of the stored buses, noting only Dvorak bid on the project.
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Eaglelake
Dvorak Fence Co
Jerome Dvorak
E. A. Krivacka
Board of Education
Dvorak
Burglars Hit Rice H S Again Take Projector
Burglars struck Rice High School for a second weekend, forcing entry via broken doors and prying attempts. They found the safe empty, but took a projector used for football film sessions, while prior break-ins yielded cash. Investigators pursue leads in this ongoing case.
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Rice High School
Fred Grahl
Bill Ssterfing
Eagle Lake
Alep
Theigh Schall
County Sheriff's Office
Farm Bureau Convention Tuesday Night in Columbus
The Colorado County Farm Bureau convention will be held Tuesday night October 17 beginning at 9 pm in the Columbus High Senior Cafeteria with turkey and dressing meal and trimmings served by Mrs. Nona Etheridge. Farm Bureau members may buy meal tickets in advance for 1.00. tickets after October 12 cost 1.50. Delegates for the State Convention will be chosen and directors for the next three years will be elected.
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Ammuil
Colorado County Film Bureau
Bath
Columbus High Senor
Nona Etheridge
Bureau
Faure Bureau
Baylor University
Robin
Engelsom
Ann Williams
Garward
Marshall Moore
Columbus
Paul Hromadka
Welmans
Eatin
Peau
Engels Wit
Robin Willeas
Texas’ Farm Bureau
Houston
Delano
Calstorals
Werner
Boer
Franklin
Addicks
Gilbert Stech
Welmar
Jobo Adkins
Tonnrle Schmidt,Jr
Jimmy "Adkins
Bugle Lake
Roy"tallman
Colorado
How- Weyrant
Thair
Conunty
State
Plans laid for burglar alarm at Rice High School
Rice High School board considers night watchman on duty and a telephone dial alarm system to warn sheriff or police if entry occurs. Estimated initial cost $1800-$2000 with about $50 monthly maintenance. System would operate without intruder knowledge, and bids will be sought soon.
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Keele
Rice High School
Iw Board of Education
Ugh
Krivacka Tovbire
Krivacka
Sheriff's Office
A.D. Fudge
Krivacks
Oni
Garwood
Theigh School Vocational’ Agriculture Department
Navy
Tenaire
Garwood High School
Ana
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