Texas Shrine Plan Seeks Funds for Old Washington
A Texas editorial urges passing a constitutional amendment to fund a shrine at Old Washington and to support state parks. It proposes adding one dollar to annual automobile license plates to raise about five million dollars yearly, enabling better preservation and tourist appeal. The piece cites Washington on the Brazos, the Alamo, and San Jacinto as pivotal to Texas history and calls for public funding and action.
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Republic of Texas
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San Jacinto
Old Washington
Texas
New York
California
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Local Notes from Terlingua and Surrounding Areas
The Terlingua section reports 25 years ago notable events with community members traveling to San Antonio and Del Rio. Several residents are listed visiting relatives, while local social activities include a baby show at Grenada Theater. Fortunes include marriages and trips, with health notes and visiting guests mentioned.
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del Rio
Peron Ritchey
T. W Shely
Harvey Hatch
San Antonio
G. W. Worthington
R W. Arnold
D. W. Collins
Hot Springs
Santa Fe Railways Revenue Hits High Despite Slow Freight
The Santa Fe Railway reports second largest operating revenues in its history totaling 31 million, with freight carloads down 3.6 percent from 1969 and passenger revenue up 13 percent as mail net income dips 1.6 percent to 51.4 million for the year, per an annual report mailed to stockholders.
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Garcias and Gonzalezes in Mexico City and US schooling
A bilingual interview fragment traces Garcia and Gonzalez families across Mexico and the United States. It records names Tomas Garcia Tomes Garcia and mentions the court in Alpine Texas as well as a divorce suit for cruelty and neglect with four minor children.
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Gonzalez
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Tomas Garcia Tomes Garcia
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Donde Bates
United States
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Chanclin Pierro
Jose Angel
Linda
Pricella
Laura
Eimety
Alb Pime
Texas
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Watch Your Step Austin Snake Report Mentioned
Wardens warn of rattlesnakes and moccasins enjoying spring sun as locals report increases in snake sightings. A fragment mentions Clay Harmon of San Antonio visiting Alpine relatives and notes Espinosa as part of a name discussion in Spanish dialogue.
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Clay Harmon
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Alpine
W. B. Dorris
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