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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1946
Page
1
Word reached Eagle Lake of the death of the mother of Mrs Jones Laughlin. Funeral services were conducted Thursday afternoon with burial in Cleveland. She is survived by her husband and other relatives.
A Columbus rodeo is scheduled for Sunday afternoon starting at 2:09. The event, delayed twice by rain, features 12 top horses, a horseback competition, ribbon races, and breakaway events for all ages. Local riders and the Wig Ames team promise thrills and spills with diverse events including ladies barrel races.
Staff Sergeant Wri P Reilly announced a United States Army recruiting officer will be at the Post Office every Tuesday morning from nine to eleven to discuss enlistment with interested persons. Seresint Roly also stated the Army Recruiting Office is now at Farbar Bhogal The BeoruGng De sin Leal Headquarters. Reilly and the sergeant described the program and urged boys and men to attend for full details.
The Census Bureau via Special Agent Harry V. Cherry reports Colorado County ginned 925 bales of cotton before September 1, from a crop of 3945. this contrasts with 2199 bales for 1945, signaling a sharp drop in the county's 1945 cotton yield due to unfavorable growing conditions over a recent weekend.
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church plans a Tuesday barbecue and carnival at Eagle Lake High School grounds. Rev A W Didner chairs with A Brooks assisting. committee members oversee salads, desserts, drinks, recreations, and publicity. All parish members receive tickets. proceeds go to the church building fund.
The Houston Post notes an upcoming high school football game between Eagle Lake Eagles and Sealy Tigers. Eagle Lake, state class B champions last year, travels to Sealy in a district round contest. A large Eagle fans delegation plans to attend the eight o’clock kickoff to cheer a hopeful victory.
The Mill brothers held their first reunion in 36 years hosted by Me, and Mrs. 1 MUb amis daughter Miss Virginia. Family members from Garvallie, Gregan, and Wharton shared stories of early days in the lumber industry. O J Mill Hayle Like Jay Mill Bre aon spd WLC attended, with Alghayéla and others noting travels from Texas and Oregon.
The Fraka Gamities announce their annual reunion to be held at RIT Wall in Fayetteville next Sunday. Bruno Freka of Holston serves as president with Vera Dored of Houston as secretary treasurer. Last year’s meeting occurred in Sylsburz at Sts Peter and Rautchureit.
Mrs Morgan, widow of a former school superintendent, taught seventh grade at Eagle Lake and lived in Port Worth. He retired last year from teaching due to ill health. Funeral planned for Saturday afternoon. Deep sympathy extended to Mr Morgan on his loss.
County ACA issues recall prior approval for winter legumes on cover crops. Purchse Order Plan holders receive approvals with seed orders. self-sown seed requires approval for payment under the program. A 20 percent superphosphate car was delivered to Garwood last week, with another car sent to Weanav. Orders exist for 50 cars of superphosphate though shortages limit fulfillment for Oct 15. Pasture mowing deadline approaches. all approvals must be in by then. Farmers not yet seeking approvals from Fund 2 told to expect conditional approvals and potential partial payments. State Office confirms full payments and an extra allotment for county purchases.
Columbus Texas seeks a Life Magazine spot as neighbors Columbus in Houston Fast feature notes local interest. Reporters mention life magazine representation, cryptic references to colleges and local figures amid speculation about Columbus likeness and publicity.
L. E. Sanford has purchased the Shell Service Station adjoining the Ramsey Hotel and assumed operation. He and his wife, formerly of Houston, are settling near Eagle Lake while awaiting an apartment. Sanford is the brother of Mrs. Adolph Fick and of R. H. Sanford, who ran the Western Auto store before the war. Welcome extended to the Sanford family at Eagle Lake.
Walter Koes son Jimmy Leedy of Alvin and other grandchildren mourn Mrs. A J Lyle of Ramsey. Deepest sympathy is expressed to the Leedy family in their sore sorrow.
Rice prices climb under wartime policy as of Wednesday with increases across varieties in Arkansas Louisiana Texas California. The Agriculture Department orders boosts to spur production and aid millers may follow by week’s end.
Leroy Forbes arrives at Guktundarny Air Base on September 27 after duty in Japan. He and his wife Law Fay plan to live in Dallas while Forbes resumes Southern Matha University studies in the spring. The family also mentions Delna Forbes and Melbourne contacts. Jo Fay Smith breaks her left arm at school. Dave Thomas family returns from a Texas and Louisiana trip.
A disjointed note describes a Study Club gathering with pleasing dining room decor and refreshments. Forty four members are listed as attending this season. The Geteher meeting is scheduled for the 26th at Yaix Sallie Jones’s home with Mrs A F Moet leading a program themed around “Questanding Warden of America.”
Petitions are circulated in Colorado County for a road bond election. Proposals call for bonds not exceeding 3 percent interest, funds to be apportioned among four precincts for road construction, maintenance, and operation. No definite program adopted yet, but funds may target oil marketing and related needs.
Cub Scouts hold a Wednesday meeting at the Boy Scouts hall where some members received awards. The evening includes a model airplane exhibition judged by a panel. Den Mothers and Mrs J Le Bunge attend with many scouts. Next week executive Win Edwards will visit Houston for a Cub Scout training school for leaders and parents.
Eagle Lake fans celebrate a 13 to 0 opener victory over Richmond as Eagle Lake prepares to travel to Sealy tonight. Coach W.B. Runton leads the Eagles in their continuing bid to extend last season’s undefeated streak and district honors. Local bands and supporters fill the stands despite a hot night, with community figures present and kickoff set for evening hours.
The State Fair of Texas announces the annual Championship Rodeo to be held near the grandstand at Fair Park Dallas with events from Stanborg Syren Matador and other Texas towns plus Oklahoma rivals. More than 500 contestants expected, registration through Dallas Rodeo Association. Indian Village features demonstrations and special Indian riding acts during rodeo programs with unique events such as cow milking and greased steer scrambles among others.
The Magnaila Sonnce reports a liquor store opening in The Landa Building, formerly Mw Jioedligh. Mr Covering qeell knows its owners and units. A Tuesday event in Raton, New Mexico, ties to community figures including Mr and Mrs Bert Larmer and family. The Greyhound service between Raton and Denver is noted in association with the opening.
Roy Towell Jr of Eagle Lake won the Beaumont old Post Office Federal building site bid of 76208 dollars, highest among four. He plans to continue operating the Allright Parking Lot on the site for six years and may erect a fall store building after necessary improvements and initial work. He is son of R H Towell of Eagle Lake and former Eagle Lake High student.
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