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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1966
Page
1
A local gas company contributes 3500 toward city street improvements. The donation supports paving and maintenance projects, with officials noting the funds will accelerate planned upgrades and benefit residents and businesses.
The Minister Alliance launches a community crop drive Monday night with multiple church sponsors including Grace Lutheran and Lady of Merchant, inviting participation from local families to support relief efforts. The event, organized by Rev Geiser and other church leaders, aims to collect donations and provide aid through a county outreach.
Sheridan P-TA will sponsor a Halloween Carnival at the school Monday starting at 5 30 p m with spooks witches and goblins. Judging of costumes will occur that evening along with games and other entertainment for children and adults while funds support the Parent-Teacher Association. Chairs Mrs Walker and Mrs Balusele oversee the event.
William Krenek, son of Mr and Mrs Troy Kenéle of Garwehal, was among forty five individuals from 4 Clubs and Future Homemaker groups honored for sustaining work with their organizations. The award dinner at the State Fair of Texas was hosted by Liv Tallae Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the State Fair.
Army SP-4 Teddy Roosevelt Jordan, 21, of Columbus, a Riverside High School graduate class of 1953, was killed in action in Viet Nam. He enlisted November 17, 1965 and had served there since February, reportedly dying from gunshot wounds in combat. His parents Winnard Johnov Jordan and his Columbus family are listed as survivors.
The 1966 Consolidated Fund drive aims to set a final clean-up date soon. Rev Momer Wuirner chairing urges support as staffing shortfalls affect reaching three areas. Donations at First National Bank welcome, with a $2120 quota for eleven charitable agencies.
Brunner is chosen as president of the county farm bureau at a Columbus meeting of the bureau’s board of directors. The election also named Banner and Leyendecker as officers, with Harry Eno and Leon Fathmann as vice president and secretary treasurer respectively, continuing longtime service by several members.
Lake Motors Tnc announces a new full time auto rental service for emergencies and special occasions. Hunters and visitors can use vehicles from the firm’s repair shops with new 1457 Chevrolet Tem pals to be used in the rental fleet.
Guadalupe Church invites parishioners to dinner Saturday at Guladahum Parish Hall from 7 00 am to 3 06 pm. Dinners are available for dine in or take out.
Eagle Lake Cay council orders trick or treaters off streets next Monday October 31 after 6:30 pm. Officials warn older youths to end calls by 9:30 pm and urge reporting late callers to police. They seek no property damage and state that participants and guardians will be held responsible under state law.
Reported collision occurred on Drilsie Street as a pickup struck the engine of a train near a San Francisco line. No injuries were noted though the pickup sustained heavy damage while the train remained largely intact and required assessment by authorities.
Local report notes Craig Adams purchasing the Cooper Package Store affecting nearby names including Arne Adams and Mrs Cooper. The article hints at a rebranding to The Battle Shay and references Wren Brscet and Mrs W A Anems with plans for an unveiling event or visit, though details are unclear due to damaged text.
Troop 334 plans a Saturday distribution of Good Turn clothing bags for Goorwill Industries. Volunteers are urged to fill the bags with reputable clothing and leave them on front porches in view from the street beginning at 1 PM.
The library will close on election day in observance of the general election on November 5. Residents are advised to complete any library tasks prior to closing and note that services resume the following day.
Eagle Lake High School invites ex-students for Homecoming activities at Eagle Stadium on Friday October 28 as the Eagles face Weimar Wildcats in a district STA game. Alumni to be honored include graduates ending in seven and seven travel distance honors, a homecoming queen to be crowned, bonfire and pep rally the evening before. The Eagles seek a masdmoor effort against the Wildcats in a key league contest.
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GPL Office hosts an open house on November 2 at the Central Power and Light office to mark the company’s 50th founding anniversary. Frank Sherrer notes the anniversary and emphasizes electric service across Texas. Free coffee cake and a booklet on the company history will be available, with displays and guided substation tours for visitors.
Three important meetings are planned to study brucellosis. MM Golevada Cominty announces a series of sessions to be held at several locations Wednesday through Friday. Texas Animal Heart Committee member HW Payne cautions on prevention and states the program aims to curb outbreaks. Continuous coverage notes venues include Lie lage and Warman High School Auditorium with talks scheduled November 1 and 2.
Rock Island PTA hosts a Halloween carnival for all ages at the Tork High gym with games such as wheel of fortune and toss. food, drinks, and treats planned and proceeds support local PTA projects.
A garbled report notes heavy geese deaths despite supposed good weather during a hunting season. It mentions various local figures and groups, including references to a task force, officials, and shooting incidents. Names and places are partially obscured but imply widespread losses and ongoing investigations.
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