Texas Newsmen To Attend Fort Worth Diamond Anniversary
A Fort Worth convention of the Texas Press Association features a diamond anniversary theme with a 75th cake and a five karat diamond badge for attendees. Governor Allan Shivers and Oveta Culp Hobby lead talks, with editors and publishers from Fort Worth, Dallas, and across the state attending. An industrial tour including Armour and Swift plants and Bell Helicopters precedes a Saturday luncheon and awards session.
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Texas Press Association Announces Diamond Anniversary Convention
President Kowers notes dents are active in the newspaper business as nearly all members plan to attend the Diamond Anniversary Convention. Walter Buckner of San Marcos Record, former association president, chairs the convention program committee. The Texas Press Association traces its founding to 1880 in Houston.
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