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Newspaper
Brady Standard
Location
Brady, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1974
Page
1
The Passing Parade discusses the Texas Constitutional Convention aiming to rewrite the constitution in 90 days but well into its 11th week with key debates on executive provisions. Reportedly 21 delegates disappeared causing a pause and a second session may follow the Democratic Primary. Voters’ reception remains doubtful. The piece cites figures from the 1970 census and notes Texas urban concentration, with major cities and counties highlighted.
South Ward Elementary principal Boyd Hunt was elected president of the Brady Chamber of Commerce, with Bill Ricks named first vice president and Dr. Richard Lane second vice president. Dr. James Starr became treasurer as officers are to be installed April 4. Reagan Brown will deliver the keynote at the annual banquet. The board endorsed a petition for a county growth fund and a five member Board of Development.Clark Furniture Industries opens in Brady with six workers, and local banks receive 2500 for certificates of deposit. Mayor Lawler reported on I 27 meeting. Kay Morris to continue as secretary through April 30 with Kathy Roddie returning from leave.
The 33rd Brady Relays draw 25 schools in two divisions this Saturday. Division I hosts smaller Class AA teams and A B schools, while Division II features larger Class AA and Class AAA schools. Notables include Hamlin, Reagan County, Cisco, Junction, Wall, Early, Bangs, Rankin, Brady JV, Mason, Eldorado, San Saba, Rochelle, Eola, Lohn, and Brownwood led by sprint standout Richard Riggins.
Alderman Billy Jack Neal announced to the City Council that a crew is stringing pipe in a new natural gas field northwest of the current site. The project follows a rate hike by Brady Municipal Gas Corp. to support expansion.
Brady representatives in Eden and Big Spring push for a U S Highway 87 aligned path for SH 27 from San Angelo to Comfort. County leaders in McCulloch and other counties pledge support, while groups seek county commission backing to secure right of way for the 87 route. A San Angelo gathering is set with a Brady delegation anticipated.
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