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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1966
Page
1
A northern lake yielded over fifty thousand pounds of rough fish in a harvest event ending with a destination for the catch at Deesteck. Local authorities reported the large haul across the waterway and noted the impact on lake ecosystem management.
Hayder's Hi Hammy claimed another first place in the event, delivering a dominant performance. The victory cemented the horse’s lead on the track as rivals trailed in the final stretch.
The fragmentary report lists Ilene Bartosh and other honorees from Columbus and Ganrand, with names including Annette Mir Bonne Laie Bole and Rees, amid a Saunter of local pageant entries. Officials such as Dr Las ter Crainek are noted as presiding and the piece references a canary serving as faster in some context.
A high school football night features doubtful starting players for the Eagles as Flatenia Tet faces injuries and rotation questions. Several players, including Busel Honeshed, are listed with ailments while others hope to contribute.
ELHS will switch to a mail based report card system with grades sent home every six weeks. Parents will receive a BV style report per subject and only returns if a grade falls below seventy percent. Official records remain in the office. transcripts will continue under school authority.
Fragmentary text mentions surgery and several personal names and places, but details are unreadable. No coherent event or outcome can be determined from the accessible content.
Citizens learn with shock of the sudden death of Spanish teacher Robert Bob Henry Enele Lake High School. He died of a heart attack in Lowthin Hospital last Saturday at age 24. He taught at ELHS and was co sponsor of the annual publication. Surviving are brothers and his mother, who died recently. Funeral services in an Episcopalian church in Rack Arkansas tomorrow. He was a University of Arkansas graduate.
County bureau elects directors and passes resolutions. Delegates from Eagle Lake and Columbus report on the citizenship seminar activities. Membership drive chairman Harry Engstrom announces a $35 quota with 21 new members. A SWY emblem is presented for signing up five new members. Continued on fat page.
Eight Colorado servicemen were among those forwarded for draft by Local Board No. 4 at La Grange on October th. Names include Detyin D. Reone, Darel J Sehimeek, Everett C. Wright, Neal Minsky, Floren ting 8, Wiewarr, Julian A. Gore wide, Lewsk Kopecky, Ernest Anos, and velanterr. A Basra hits fecal and a car valued at 32 for induction ty November.
In Houston, best wishes and prayers are sent to Jack D. Mann who remains seriously ill. He was rushed from St. Joseph's Hospital to Houston last week for surgery to remove a device around his heart and is in intensive care. Reports on Wednesday indicated some improvement as he awaits further treatment at Methodist Hospital.
Police report a burglary at Miller's Grocery and A B Grocery Stores on Sunday night. No theft details or victim injuries reported, with minor damage noted and investigations by Police Chief Bu dpor ongoing.
District court suit seeks damages over a death involving an infant in Tennessee. The record notes prior flight and mentions Or Shull Columbus Hospital, with the suit reportedly dismissed.
Cotton growers are reminded the deadline to plow up cotton stalks is October 20. An agricultural inspector notes compliance is required for all fields to meet state regulations and prevent pest concerns.
The Headlight announces Grose and Duck Hunters' Guide will be published this week and included with the site on October 27. Many extra features and best weeks ads will be available to hunters at restaurants sport stores and others in the area in time for the open of the goose season next Tuesday.
The 1966 67 goose hunting season launches next Tuesday October 25 drawing hundreds to the Eagle Lake Kissie Garwood district for opening day activities. A Homecoming event at Eagle Stadium Thursday evening October 27 will crown a homecoming queen during ceremonies and include a bonfire rally. The Chamber of Commerce notes the industry brings millions yearly to the community and extends hospitality to visiting hunters in Eagle Lake dubbed The Goose Hunting Capital at the World.
Trail Riders plan an overnight ride and queen contest with Williams as president. Memberships allow 196 members to attend, with a dance for all. The event includes a parade, reception, and a later performance, with contestants drawn from enrolled high schools. Registrations for the 1967 route open February 10.
Waple Lake Rotarians host the annual Chuck Wagon supper to benefit the Rotary Club Beholir shin fund next Tuesday evening October 25 from 3 to 7 at the Community Center. One and a quarter dollars buys a full chicken plate with trimmings, drinks and coffee extra. Plates at the rear door for takeout. Proceeds fund scholarships at Wharton County Junior College. two scholars are currently enrolled.
County Commissioners Court met in special session to correct bids on bridges. One order halved a bid from $12,435 to $2,?24 for a bridge over South Harvey’s Creek in Theemel 2. Another order approved Bernhardt Construction Co for a Gimmines Creek bridge in Precinct 4 at $10,999.
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