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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1968
Page
1
The County 4-H horse show unfolds Saturday with a hay show on the following Wednesday. The event runs in the arena with judges, demonstrations, and expected strong turnout from 4-H participants and families.
The three per cent sales tax enacted by the Texas Legislature will go into effect on Wednesday October 2. The tax applies to currentsales and includes a three per cent tax on retail motor vehicle sales and a three per cent use tax on vehicles purchased outside the state. In cities with higher city taxes the total will be six per cent on taxable items. The Fourth Annual Columbus County Hay Show will be held on the courthouse lawn next Wednesday afternoon December 2 with 38 entries from farmers ranchers and dairymen. Entries include coastal bermuda johnsongrass and sudan sorghum hybrids along with alfalfa blue stem and other forages. Samples have been sent to Texas A&M for protein tests and final judging will be by C Novesad and Dr New Pratt. Awards include engraved plaques donated by local banks and businesses with ribbons for top scorers. The public is invited to view the show on Wednesday afternoon.
The city council debated the resignation of the police chief and the role of rotate tours and departmental functions. Officer Ron Allred completed probation and was given permanent command of the department.
County Tax Group plans a countywide tour beginning Tuesday October 1 to mail ad valorem county and state tax statements. County Tax Assessor-Collector H J Hafovsky and deputies will also register voters for 1969 elections between October 1 1868 and January 31 1969. Early tax payments qualify for discounts up to three percent, two percent from November 3 to December 2.
The Garwood Lions Club plans its 21st annual Community Fair on October 19 at Garwood school grounds. The Fairest of the Fair contest invites single girls 16 or older who have not previously won first place in a beauty contest.
Auction to benefit unseen entities proceeds mentioned with list of names including Mrs They A, Mr Mort, Mrs John Wy Clipson, and others. Tickets to be sold at a forthcoming sale near the date announced.
A jury venue is set in District Court at Columbus for 10 a.m. Monday to hear Nancy Juith Overall versus James L. Aussi III for damages from a single accident. Also on the docket is Edgar N. Ross Imperial Casualty and Indemnity Co. seeking workers comp of 14 035 for injuries in this county. The petit jurors include Albert Bittner Walter Braden Jr Norbert Meismer Rayman Vrnik Meth Moffman Jr of Nada Raymond Korenck Irving Pepp Garwood Milton Nelson Robin Muench Alley Tan Ulalia Ashton Joe Barely Mrs Leonard Waller Floyd Ruth Everett Anderson Bruce Johnson Isidore Ramirez Charles Amos Chester McGehee C E Everitt dr Eagle Lake A T McMillan and E J Polach Sheridan and others.
Universal Motors previews 65 Ford passenger cars for 2060. New Mach 1 and Coben models plus a redesigned cockpit and energy absorbing frame highlight the display. The Sept 27 event invites all readers to attend and view the expanded lineup and comforts.
Don McGrhee, chairman of the Wallace campaign, calls another meeting of all supporters in the American Party bid. The gathering is scheduled for Thursday at 7:30 p m in the former J Smith Co building in downtown Easle Lake.
Two San Antonio residents, George Garcia 21 and John Garcia 22, were killed when their car collided with another vehicle near E.B. Monday morning. Driver Empemenio Chavez 38 escaped serious injury. Nancy Carolini Scott 15 and passengers Gray Hahn 18 Ray LaRue 27 were hospitalized. State Patrol Investigator John Ensley reported unclear details.
Lake Motors Inc Eagle Lake showroom hosts display of 1969 Chevrolets featuring wide engine and transmission options. Owners Bognesa and Beer tout custom tailoring, computer-selected springs, jet stream headlight washers, wide wheels, and new Chevrolet features promising industry leadership. event set for Thursday September 26.
Gabler plans a political rally on October 13 at Engle Lake with organizers including Mayor Marold Thomas and Diliman Harrison of Columba. Tickets cost 1.50, with Senator Tower to attend about 4 p.m. Gabler is a native of Wharton County and a recent graduate. The article notes cancellations and a continuation on the next page.
The 1968 Consolidated Fund Drive begins October 21 at the Community Center with a meeting of coordinators. Coffee will be served. Charles Schorlemmer and W. C. Farris chair workers. Jimmy Marquart leads the envelope committee. Envelopes distributed October 14 to businesses. residential envelopes on the 21st. Citizens urged to cooperate to complete the drive within a week.
Lake Eagles host Wallis Steers in their second home game at 8 00 p m Friday night. Wallis owns two wins beating Hungerford and Oreburn while Lake has lost to Hallettsville and Weimar. Injury hit Engle with sidelined starters. QB Pret Breesthe and backs Danny Canaria Dan Thornton expected to play.
The Lincoln Mercury Division previews its 1969 lineup with a Marquis Splate luxury line a full size Marauder sports car and a redesigned Mercury Monterey. The display opens Friday September 27 inviting citizens from across the region to attend the premier reveal of the new models.
The Rice school board votes to acquire the GES Winterbotham site for a high school. The report notes standout Eagle Lake players Roy Griffith Davie Evers and Charlie Chappel recognized for key plays in Friday night action, with Ewers and Chappel cited for consistent gains and defense.
Rice Consolidated Independent School District boards meets in Sheridan to decide on a site for the new high school. Options presented include land near Altair and Wintersotham, with prices ranging from 8730 to 1600 per acre. Western frontage and drainage features are noted, but some parcels are unusable due to creeks or pipelines. The board will meet at Engle Lake High School to discuss calling a bond election and student housing plans.
Finest Axel has been elected president of the Pasle Lake junior high student council. The notice highlights the achievement of Finest Axel and mentions the school’s student leadership event and upcoming plans.
Baghebi Lions prepare for the Street Carnival on October 5 at the Kae Ele Lake Community Center. A Deaf parade, bands from Garwood, Sheridan, Columbus, and Trallettsville, plus various exhibits and rides, are planned with prizes and a $35 groceries basket prize. Proceeds support community projects. Dexter Anderson is parade chairman. volunteers urged to contact him.
Lake Motors announces a public display of the 1968 Oldsmobile model line with a scheduled event on Thursday. The presentation includes features and trims, inviting local customers to inspect the new vehicles at the showroom.
Cadillac models receive major exterior tweaks and dramatic interior updates for 1969. Fleetwood Eldorado and standard Cadillacs show subtle to bold changes while the redesigned Cadillac line preserves recognizable identity. The Lake Motors display in Eagle Lake welcomes visitors to view the new lineup on Thursday.
School sells student tickets only at gate 50 cents each for home football games. Principal Victor A. Scott confirms no advance or school sales.
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