Early radish sprouts and brisk Pete day notes
Bill Wilson reported radish seeds sprouted before the norther, with some seedlings half an inch tall, while he hunted English pea seed for a planned early crop. Mrs. Tray Lipscomb’s yard showed pretty yellow blooms despite the cold, and County Superintendent Millard Brent learned postal workers were off for George Washington's birthday. Sam Zumwalt waved as honking traffic followed him and he drove on.
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McNamara warns Red Plans target Thailand next
Defense Secretary Robert McNamara warned that a Communist victory in Vietnam could unleash efforts to foment revolutions across the developing world, naming Thailand as "the next victim" and detailing a long term aim of Chinese support for war of national liberation operations. He testified behind closed doors with a 220 page version released.
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Texas to Appeal Poll Tax Ban Despite Court Order
Gov. John Connally said Texas will appeal the ruling outlawing the poll tax even after Justice Black refused a stay. The move opens emergency registration for about 100,000 eligible voters, with 15 days to register before the March elections.
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Gil job on island Bayou improves mud rescue calls
Dr. Jack Reynolds notes the Gil project along the stretch of island Bayou near his home has reduced mud entrapments. He recalls before frequent rescues and tow-truck calls after rain, but now only a few drivers have sought help.
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Woodard to Present Paper at Kansas State University
David Woodard a junior industrial engineering major at Texas A&M will present a technical paper at Kansas State University Manhattan March 3 4 The paper titled Organization of Work is part of the Southwest Area Student Conference of the American Institute of Industrial Engineers Woodard son of Mr and Mrs J D Woodard Franklin Avenue is a Cadet Corps sergeant and Bonham High School graduate
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Cambodian Claims Thai Landing Craft Sunk in Koh Kong Clash
The Cambodian government said Thai forces intruded near Koh Kong Province and that Cambodian artillery sank a Thai landing craft, killing at least 30 Thai soldiers and wounding many others, per the Chinese New China News Agency report.
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UPS
Cambodia
Supreme Court declines tax stay on Texas poll tax ruling
UPI reports Justice Hugo L Black refused to stay the Feb 9 ruling by a three judge federal court in Austin that Texas poll tax is unconstitutional. The stay request was filed by the Travis County Republican Executive Committee seeking to suspend the ruling pending appeal to the Supreme Court. The court is weighing Virginia and other states challenges under the 1965 voting rights act to state poll taxes for federal election eligibility.
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UPI
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Texas
Travis County Republican Executive Committee
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Nicholas Deb Katzenbach
Virginia
Alabama
Misssissippi
Katzenbach
January Term Grand Jury Convenes Today
The January term grand jury for the 6th District Court convened at 10 a.m. on judge A M Harrison’s call. Foreman Sam E Nelson and members Jack Wood W W Nichols Emmett Jackson Bunham Robert Duggan Bulley S L Todd WT Merrell Telephone Henry Liwin Jr Ludoni Mrs Blanche Dawson Honey Grove E T Bennett Whitewright T R Lane Savoy R E Blackerby Randolph will serve until July term. County Attorney Pat Keene will present investigations. constables act as riding bailiffs. The session is expected to be short.
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Cter
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Bunham
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Bulley
S. L. Todd
Viet Cong clash with Marines in Double Eagle operation
UPI reports two Viet Cong units tried to stand and fight U S Marines along the South China Sea coast in Operation Double Eagle. Marines counted about 46 Viet Cong killed before the attackers broke off. Near Bung Son south of Saigon, the 1st US Cavalry Division clashed with guerrillas, with ground fire collapse injuring helicopters. Other actions included Jet Infantry Division in Mastiff and the Ist An Cavalry in Wintering Masher area, all near Saigon, with significant jungle fighting and equipment losses.
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Humphrey Returns Home From Asia Pacific Swing
Vice President Hubert H Humphrey arrived at Eielson Field near Anchorage after a 4,000 mile Asia and Pacific tour. He carried a promise of more Korean troops for Vietnam and was expected in Washington by 5 10 a.m. EST.
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Warning From Labor Leaders Shapes 1966 Campaign
Secretary of Labor Wirtz warned AFL-CIO officials that sharp attacks on President Johnson could jeopardize labor's top goals. He said the administration's stance on the minimum wage would not change. George Meany said labor would be selective in supporting congressional candidates, aiming to boost bargaining power without bias to party.
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Nationalist Agents Operate Across 27 Mainland Provinces
Premier Yen reported to the Nationalist Parliament that secret agents are active in 27 mainland Chinese provinces to aid anti Communist elements against the Peking regime. Yen did not specify the number of agents.
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UPI
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Worst in 17 Years Texas Snowstorm Hits Southwest
The worst snowstorm in 17 years drenched Southwest Texas with up to 14 inches, closing schools and causing deaths. San Antonio saw 3.4 inches, the heaviest since 1949, while cities like Austin and Dallas reported multi inch snow. Subfreezing cold threatened crops as the storm spread eastward toward Tennessee.
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Warmer Weather Forecast For Bonham Area
Bonham and northern county areas report partial snow cover with a light thaw. The five day outlook predicts temperatures 3 to 7 degrees below normal, with a low of about 20 and a high near 45 on Thursday as clearing skies bring improving travel conditions and most roads remain open.
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Pope Paul VI Opens Lent With Ashes Rite At St Peters
Pope Paul VI, ash on his forehead, opened Lent with a call for penitence while easing fasting rules. Paolo Cardinal Marella applied ashes before thousands at St Peters, urging humility as the pope led a public Ash Wednesday ceremony.
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Bunham High School Music Group Performs for Rotary
A Bunham high school music department program under Mrs Don Blacketer entertained Rotary Club at its noon meeting. The group presented ensembles and duets with vocal pieces, directed by Bram chairman Re turnun Con Dillehay.
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National FFA Week Observance By Bonham Chapter
Bonham FFA joins nationwide observance during National FFA Week proclaimed by Gov Connally and President Johnson. Bonham High School sponsor James Griffitt and officers Wesley Barker Mike Bean and others lead the chapter with events including a father son banquet on March 4 featuring Dr A C Hughes and Murray Cox as speakers. Members work on livestock poultry and crops projects and gain skills in welding plumbing and farm work.
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Funds Asked to Clean Streams
Washington United States funding proposals seek federal programs to filter streams and waterways from their sources. President Johnson urged a $100 million Clean Water initiative and broader pollution controls, arguing the nation faces billions in losses from water pollution and urging action to clean air and rivers.
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