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Newspaper

Eagle Lake Headlight

Location

Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1965

Page

7

Blue Eagles Defeat Yoakam in Home Conference Tilt

The Blue Eagles beat Yoakam 20 to 18 at halftime and pulled away in the second half led by Harold Williams Jodie Scott Ervin Hurd and Robert Mason. Louis Jackson and Wayne Wright keyed defense and big plays as they prepare to host El Campo Saturday at Eagle Lake stadium.

H. Henry Blue Eagles Asberry Sons Yoakam Eagles Lions Blue Eagles Asberry Harold Williams Jodie Scott Ervin Hurd Robert Mason Robert Black Louis Jackson Leonid Scott Wayne Wright Blue Eagle Eagle Lake Stadium

Tennis Ladder Leads Adults In Eagha Lake Event

Drs Gardner Duncan tops the adult division of the Eagha Lake Tennis ladder with plans to move to first place while Mrs Everets and Mrs Walter Im gerson hold spots near the top. Other top names include Marilyn Meitzen Ray Thomas Carl Sea Don Coles and James Mathis, with numerous players listed across age groups and multiple family entries.

Gardner Duncan Eagha Lake Everets Walter Imgerson Marilyn Meitzen Ray Thomas Carl Sea Don Coles Seamanekl Ken Nore James Mathis Dani Charles Spalinger Ralph Mascheck Jay Anderson Dexter Johnny Schmidt Mahalite John Raymond Ander Don Frnka Toh Konvicka Beverly Ant Unfer Danny Fel Debble Wesel Union Paul Causey Danet Dine Wells Ani Harley Erin and Winder Dim Ma- Morton Parker Timwardd Red Uater Sarzen Ert Fraten Russelens Brice Stephens Wufldell Tom Reed Carol Kh Darrell Gert Sarah Mathis Margaret Wi Dina Koblefiel Anderson Becky Gert

Homecoming progress after hospital stay for patient

Robert Martin was moved home during the weekend after a week in the Latchlin Hospital recuperating from a broken hip. Friends report she is getting along slowly but steadily and is recovering at home.

Nospieal Servirs Robert Martin

Cattle Market Report From Colembus Livestock Auction

The sale saw 1475 head sold with strong activity and no pass-outs. Butcher calves and yearlings ranged good to choice with prices 22 to 24, standard 19 to 22, utility 17 to 19, packer heiferettes 15 to 18, canners down to 10 to 14.5. Stacker and feeder calves heavy. cross steers 195 to 22, cross heifers 18 to 20.5, pairs 150 to 175, seed butcher 23 to 23.75. Feeder specials 6 to 26, sows 18 to 22. Visitors included Mr and Mrs Jack McLaughlin and family, and Mrs Ross Wyeth and Mrs Ross King of Houston.

Colembus Standard Utility Heiferetts Wits Packer Bulks H. le

Omitted Son Named in Headlight Mr John Bittner Burial

A brief note states that the Headlight last week omitted the name of one of Mr John Bittner's sons, Sylvester Bittner, of Welmar, in reporting survivors.

Nasee John Bittner Sylvester Bittner Welmar

Accidents on slick highway west of city after rain

Two crashes occurred Monday afternoon on highway 90A amid heavy rain. Clara Caldwell, driving a 196% Volkswagen eastbound, lost control near Laughlin Hospital and rolled over. minor injuries reported and car damaged. Finley James, driving a 1985 Chevrolet westbound with a trailer, jackknifed east of the river bridge, striking a fence. vehicle heavily damaged and driver injured. Officer Billy Miller investigated both incidents, with the Yoakum Packing Company truck involved in the second crash and repairs noted by the patrol.

Volkswagen Clara Caldwell Laughlin’ Hospital Billy Miller Altair River Bridge Furve Jack Herbert Biern Finley James Yoakum Wack Yoakum Packing Company Pateniman Miller

Oilers Host Kansas City Chiefs in Sun Showdown

The Houston Oilers aim to rebound after a rough three game road trip as they return home to Rice Stadium. Texas despair lingers with a 2-3 record while Kansas City trails, led by strong defense from Mays and Bell, seeking to boost standings in a tough AFL clash.

Oilers Kansas City Chiefs Hawston Oilers Sondon Kansas Buffalo Hoff Houston Kansas City Hank Strum Jerry Mays Bobby Bell Jfotub Bobby Frunt

Jr Hii Eagle B Host Sealy Thirs at Eagle Lake

Haple Lake Junior High Eaglers and Eagles B clash Sealy junior high at Eagle Lake stadium tonight. Games start 6 20 p m with B team following. Last week Eagle Lake B lost 32 0 to Columbus freshmen. Wesley Coles scored on a pass from Tony Balas. Public invited to cheer locals to victory. Mr and Mrs H L Parker visited Laurel Mississippi last week with daughter family.

Haple Lake Eaglers Eagles Sealy Junor High BY i Eagle Lake Stadium le Eagle Lake Columbus Eagle Stafilm Ong Wesley Coles Tony Balas H. L. Parker Laurel Mississippi Jack Duncan Merle Alizabeth Ann

Tower attacks poverty programs at Texas GOP meeting

Senator John Tower, speaker at the State GOP Executive Committee gathering in El Paso, urged Congress to reassess poverty programs amid alleged waste. He cited no Texan examples but warned of salary costs and some needy participants, calling the programs a political football and noting unmet objectives. The committee adopted resolutions reaffirming support for President Johnson's Southeast Asia policy.

Jay Anderson Chesterville Republican Executive Committee el Paso Anderson John Tower GOP Congress Iiet Nan Republcan Party My. Johnson Southeast Asia

Sims Bros Lead Broncos to Fourth Win Over Danbury

The Sheridan Broncos earned their fourth victory by 6 to 0 against the Danbury Panthers at Sheridan stadium. Sidneys Sims 70 yard interception return for the game’s lone TD and Gary Sims’ 92 rushing yards powered the attack while Sidney led a stout defense. District play opens next with Burton.

Sheridan Broncos Danbury Panthers Broncos Tlt I Sheridan Stadium Sims Brothers Sidney Gary Gary Sims Sheridan Sidney Sims Danbury Clut Bderden Burton

WCJC Pioneers to Face Kilgore in Saturday Tilt

WCJC Pioneers meet Kilgore Rangers in Kilgore on Saturday October 23 in a Texas Junior College Federation matchup. Kilgore aims to rebound after a slow preseason showing while WCJC seeks its third win of the 1963 campaign following a big upset over the Tyfer Apaches.

Wharton County Junior College Texat Junior College Fantheil Federation Kligort Rangers Kilgore Rangers Gene Bahnsen Tyfer Apaches

Winners Named In Ford Punt Pass and Kick Contest

Seventy two youngsters from Eagle Lake and thirty four from the Garwood Neds area competed in the 1965 Ford Punt Pass and Kick contest held there and in Garwood last Friday and Saturday. Patrick Maschock of Eagle Lake had the highest score with 924 points. First place in several age groups earned jackets, helmets, silver and bronze plaques, with winners from Eagle Lake Garwood and Barley Lake. Marcy De La Boss and Pred Sosa attended Gibbs and Co Grand Opening in Houston Sunday.

Eagle Lake Garwood-Neds Garwood Jack B. Mann Universal Motor Gy Ford Universal Motor Co Shere Ast Carl Mascherk Michael Thomas Vestal James Award Brune Jeffrey Seaholm Eagle Latte Jin Wardell Avid Beenk Rey Trenry Cranek Mddle Lee Balusok Victor Shimek Mike Meltzen David Marshal Roger Strenke Patrick Maschock Earle Lake Michael i Grigar Abraham Garcia Darrell Pav. Neel Mike J Spanivel Barle Lake Ard Carl Kallina Patrick Maschoek Fenond Marcy de la Boss Pred Sosa Houston Gibbs and Co

Suit postponed in Universal Life Insurance case

A district court suit between Universal Life and Ac client Insurance Co and Gussie Mae Matthews was scheduled for next week but both parties agreed to defer hearing to a later date. Oxco sweepers advertised for indoor use and hard floors at Spalinger Hardware, Eagle Lake, with prices around $3.45.

Universal Life and Acclient Insurance Company Gussie Mae Matthews Spalinger Hardware Spalinger Huritware Eagle Lake

Republicans Endorse Support For Rights Through Next Congress

A fragment outlines GOP advocacy to maintain backing for preserving the right to work through the upcoming Congress and beyond, tying it to resistance to "Communist Imperialism" and a goal of an early victory. The text notes resolutions urging Republicans Democrats and Independents to continue support for Tower and related housing labor rights.

GOP United States Independenta Tower Congress

Eagles Lose Wild District Opener To Louise 32 0n Friday

Lake Eagles were defeated 32 to 6 by Louise Hornets in the District 28A opener at Eagle Stadium. Gary Noska and Henry Smith led Louise with a strong ground game as they built a 14 6 halftime lead and pulled away after intermission. Eagles halted briefly but two late TD runs by Smith sealed Louise’s win. The setback follows an off night for the Eagles who now press for a rebound next week.

Eagle Lake Eagles Louise’ Hornets Ee Eagle Hornets Hornet Bagley Gary Noska Henry Smith Eagle Lake Louise Noske Eagles Clark Fowers Andy Lama Powers Fred Armstrong Eagte Lake Tania Bagies Tess Han Curtis Perkins Elving Tonlse Russell Konesheck Armatrong Honesheeck Orethi Bupley

East Bernard and Tidehaven Battle To A 0 0 Tie

East Bernard Brahmas and Tidehaven Tigers fought to a scoreless 0 0 tie in District 284 action. Tidehaven entered district play undefeated but stalled against the tough Brahmas. East Bernard managed only two first downs while Tidehaven racked up 14 but failed to score. Louise Hornets beat Eagle Lake 32 6. Bloomington idle.

East Bernard Brahmas Tétehaven Tigers Louise Hornets Eagle Lake Raples Bloomington Eagles East Bernard Tidehaven Louise Tigers Eagle Lake Taulse

League High Scorers and Standings in Oct League

League leaders tied to October events feature Pabst high 2896 in the Initial League with Falstaff close, Williams and Harten notable for high scores, and Eagle Lake teams near top. Commuters League shows The Brahma Boosters posting a 20th series, Alama Boosters lead 19-5, Suntown Trio and Falcons posting strong team marks.

Pabst Falstaff Wayne Harten Harold Williams Stanhip Eagle Lake Smre Eagle Lake Rice Skull Crees Evelyn's Beauty Shop Skull Creek Bob Walla Alma Davidson Hertha David Oma Ruth Col Macks Corner Drug Falcons Pabst Beer Scott's Texaco Fre

Home schedule concludes with Bloomington clash in classic

Their next engagement is at Tidehaven on October 29. They close the home schedule by hosting Bloomington in the homecoming classic on November 3 and finish at Taft Bernard on November 12.

Tidehaven Bloomington Taft Bernard

Garwood Gars defeat Columbus 6 to 0 in district opener

The Garwood Gars edged Columbus 6 to 0 in a defensive showdown at the Garwood Fair night. Joe Axel scored the lone touchdown from 18 yards as Garwood credited Axel Rennie Pricameyer Louis Cranek and Keith Muesse for strong defense. The loss leaves Columbus preparing for Somerville in the district opener.

Garwood Gars Columbus B Gars Joe Axel Garwood Edsel Nix Axel Rennie Pricameyer T Louis Cranek Keith Muesse Gare Somerville Gatwood Ars Eas Ale Lake Weimar Schulenburg Shiner Flato

Gospel Meeting Continues at Church of Christ

Evangelist Allen J. T. Otte leads a gospel meeting at Saglo Leke Church of Christ starting last Monday with services nightly at 7 30 pm and Sunday at 10 45 am and 7 00 pm. Don Coles invites friends to attend remaining sessions.

Allen JT. Otta Church of Christ Saglo Leke Tontinge Otte Norton Street Church of Christ In Corpus Christ Don Coles Bigle Lake

Football Scoreboard Night Results From Readable Fragments

Friday results show Louise 34 over Eagle Lake and East Bernard 0. Nearby games listed include Shiner 0 and Danbury 1, with mentions of Royal at Wallis Yar and Vleck at Orchid. Details are fragmented but indicate multiple small contests and venue notes.

Louise Eagle Lake East Bernard Tidehaven Cherkhin Danburyd Imez Shiner Sealyig Kevin Sheridan Danbury Wallis Yar Vleck Orchid Somerville Garvaed Sheridan Burton

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