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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1953
Page
3
PMA promotes a parade of beef bargains as heavy supply hits markets. Officials expect lower prices and higher consumer demand, noting beef remains a low cost option. Cattle marketing is up about 45 percent from last year as U.S. consumers are projected to eat 73 pounds of beef this year versus 61 pounds last year.
The grand jury meets at Columbus to consider the Leonard Clay case. Two suggestions are before the court: an award for improvements at the county farm and a second personal request still pending. The group gathered during the deliberations.
A banker explored potential price supports for the 1954 rice crop at 90 percent capacity, noting Agriculture Department plans to back a $9 per cent support level. He sought word on marketing quotas and acreage allotment, but the department gave no firm details. They hope to announce the full program by December 1, a shift from prior December 31 timing.
Colorado County ranks among the top fifteen Texas counties in sales and use of commercial fertilizers for January to June 1953. Farmers and ranchers spent nearly $500,000 on products, with 6164 to 4028 tons sold compared to 1952. Jack Draper returns as March of Dimes campaign director for Colorado County, aiming to boost the annual fund to new heights. General Robert J. Smith notes Texas total donations for 1953 reached $2,635,827.26, while statewide polio care costs and anticipated needs suggest continued fundraising urgency through 1954. KRANvicka Jewelry promotes watch sales for the foundation.
City officials and Police Chief Wyse Shaw express heartfelt gratitude to Eagle Lake residents for cooperation during the fatal shooting of Night Policeman Albert L. Schmidt. Special thanks extend to Southwestern Bell Telephone operators for swift assistance during the manhunt and response efforts.
Sien McGrew pleaded guilty to aggravated assault with a knife charged by Deputy Sheriff M Hy Buller in a county complaint. The incident occurred near Vann's place on Highway 71 south of Altair on Sept 15. He was sentenced to fifty dollars and days in jail.
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