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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1951
Page
1
Judge John informed that Miles county will construct FM roads during 1952 to 1953 under the Bre S250 program. The announcement outlines planned county projects and funding approach for the coming fiscal year.
The market for rice shows stronger demand with bids approaching seven dollars. A bidder named Es Se Lake joined yesterday's sale, which offered about 16 050 barrels. Harvest began at a record pace here, just past the peak. Cotton picking slowed by rain but should finish this week or early next.
The Wharton County Fair announces a multi day program starting next Tuesday September 25 with a parade and Queen of the Fair contest. Live acts, State agencies displays, and a Southwestern Rodeo Association event are planned with events including barrel races and arena competitions. Local officials praise the lineup as the greatest yet.
Fire men battled a blaze in the copper-clad dome area of the courthouse Monday afternoon during a trial of Glen Forbes for stealing an automobile. Estimated damage was a few hundred dollars. the alarm and distraction briefly halted proceedings before Judge Lester Holt ordered the jury moved outside.
The women of the Lissie Evangelical United Brethren Church announce a change in the clothing collection date for Korea from Tuesday September 25 to Wednesday September 26. They will meet at the church all day to mend and prepare the garments for shipment and request donations from those who can contribute.
In Columbus district court Judge Holt, with assistance from others, sentenced several defendants. Two men from near Weimar pleaded guilty to theft of two cows and loading them into a truck bound for Houston packers. Sentences ranged from two to ten years, with several judges considering suspending or with favorable recommendations. One woman, Patricia Cox, had charges dismissed. another, Forbes, faced separate trial. Warehouse and car theft cases linked to Weimar were noted along with testimony from cattle owner and local officials.
Rate changes approved for the Eagle Lake Exchange will show on the September 26 bills. The update covers two party and four party lines, rural and business rates, and adjustments based on installation size. Rural service areas extend within five miles of the boundary, with mileage based charges for additional distance.
The Telephone Company announced tentative plans to add three toll lines to Houston to speed long distance calls. Floyd Reed, manager for Southwestern Bell Telephone, said five jobs are proposed with work likely to start in November. The lines will increase call capacity, with current toll traffic around 645 calls daily split between two areas.
The PTA convenes at 3 30 today in the school auditorium with County Judge Jon Hancher of Cohybus as speaker. He will discuss the Health Program and immunization protests raised at the May meeting amid plans for a county program this summer.
Eagle Lake football opens district play at home Friday night September 21 at 8 00 against the Smithville Tigers at Eagle Lake Sligh Stadium. Coaches Arnold Payne and Dos Eagles list starting backs and lineups as they aim to rebound after a strong league run last season. Smithville carries a tough reputation from a close loss to San Marcos.
Colorado county jail officials press state approval for housing up to 30 federal inmates at once under a potential contract. Federal Jail Inspector Casey told Sheriff Walker the county is qualified and interested in partnering after inspecting the facility in Columbue Mer.
The Civic Committee of the Chamber of Commerce will meet Monday night at 8.00 to discuss Christmas preparations and holiday season plans. Members will consider the top positions for chair and committee roles as part of the agenda.
Farmers are urged by officials and industry groups to withhold rice from sale under government Credit Corporation loans. The call aims to stabilize prices by limiting supply, with emphasis on storage options and measures to prevent price declines. Officials have coordinated conferences and export considerations, stressing the need for a nationwide storage program to support farmers during the season.
The Dolly Memoria Methodist Church will participate in an all Texas Dyahneliatic Advance Program from October 7 to 14. The drive is described as one of the most extensive programs in church history with many members actively calling on prosperity. each choir will have an assigned minister from the northern section of the state.
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