Jan 5 1779 Pike Births and Historic Milestones
Zebulon Pike born January 5 1779 discoverer of Pike's Peak. Notable events include Nellie Tayloe Ross sworn first US woman governor in 1925 Pope Paul VI Athenagoras met for Christian unity in 1964 Dubcek's rise and later fall in 1968 and Ford's 1975 CIA inquiry commission. Witty thought on freedom by William Somerset Maugham.
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Rayburn's 95th Birthday Observance Set for Thursday
The 95th birthday of Sam Rayburn, longtime speaker of the US House, will be commemorated in Bonham with events at his home site and the Sam Rayburn Library. A 10 am ceremony will designate the Rayburn home museum as a National Historic Landmark followed by an 11 am program at the National Guard Armory with six close associates speaking. Proclamations from Texas Gov Dolph Briscoe are expected.
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Congress Opens With Carter Era in Sight and Rivalry Narrow
Opening day for the 95th Congress features Sen Howard Baker edging Sen Robert Griffin for Senate minority leader and Rep Tip O Neill elected Speaker. The House and Senate pledge ethics anew as plans unfold for a $4 billion public works bill to create 300000 jobs and Carter’s upcoming tax and policy agenda.
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Elizabeth Carpenter to be honored at Texan Cultures fiesta
In San Antonio Texas UPI reports Elizabeth Carpenter former press secretary to Mrs Lyndon B Johnson will attend a Mexican fiesta at the Institute of Texan Cultures with Gov and Mrs Dolph Briscoe and other officials. The event costs 5 per person.
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Texas Former Speaker Remembered as Great American Leader
Jehan W. McCormack recalls a Texas born former Speaker of the House, praising his long service and inner character. The reminiscence highlights treasured memories for those who served with him and met him under defining conditions in Congress.
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Weather Outlook With Cloudy Skies And Rain Possible
Weather report notes cloudy tonight and Thursday with rain likely. Temperatures fall to the mid 20s tonight and mid 30s Thursday. Gusty northerly winds reach 10 to 15 mph with precipitation chances around 90 percent tonight and 80 percent Thursday.
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Rayburn Advises Office Seekers
The Honorable Sam Rayburn says a hopeful public official must establish himself in a community and, over years, build a circle of friends who will back him and help win voter support in his district.
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A Man Among Men Mister Sam a Special Kind Of Human Being
A feature from the Sam Rayburn files by H G Dulaney honors Sam Rayburn. It portrays him as a legendary public servant, detailing his tenure as Speaker, long congressional career, landmark laws, and his private humility, candor, kindness, and deep religious faith. It recalls his simple life in Washington, disdain for publicity, and acts of personal generosity.
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I Thank You Sam Rayburn 1961 Tribute
Sam Rayburn reflects on a long career as Speaker of the House serving through two world wars and alongside FDR and Truman. He speaks of destiny, gratitude to the American people, and leaving office with no regrets, thanking his district for trust and loyalty. Remarks from Congress dated November 1961 before his death.
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