Archaeology at Lake Alan Henry Reveals Long History
Leon Pope details Fern Terry County archaeology around Justiceburg Reservoir later Lake Alan Henry. Phase I in 1987 surveyed 8,600 acres and 300 sites including Indian campsites and rock art. Phase II in 1988 tested sites. Phase III from 1990 to 1992 pursued mitigation. A 1992 field season yielded findings from two 17th century tipi encampments now on display at Lubbock Lake Landmark.
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Leon Pope
Justiceburg
Lake
Alan Henry
Lake Alan Henry
Lubbock Lake
Lubbock
Hutchison in Washington Amid Allegations of Job Tradeoff
Newly sworn in U S Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison faces questions after tips allege Houston businessman Mike Graham offered a job to gain endorsements in a scheme involving Hutchison, husband Ray Hutchison, and former San Saba County judge Tom Bowden who later joined the treasurer’s office. Bowden denies the deal. Also notes on a potty parity bill signing and other state issues.
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U.S
Kay Bailey Hutchison
Washington, D.C
Fort Worth
Graham
Hutchisons
Bowden
San Saba
Travis County District Attorney
Treasury Department
Ann Richards
Denise Wells
Wells
Houston
Richards
Gonzalo Barrientos
Austin
Peebles Choice on Clinton Family and Second Term Realities
A reader muses on President Clinton and his extended family, arguing presidents cannot control kin. The piece reflects on White House life, suggests Clinton should consider stepping down after one term, and recalls Lincoln, Grant, McKinley, and Wilson as examples of second-term struggles and fates.
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Clinton
White House
Abraham Lincoln
U.S. Grant
Take tender care of your aching feet by Jane Blay
Extension Agent urges care for aging feet noting changes in size and shape, need for padded insoles, proper shoes, and regular cleaning. Advice covers circulation, fungal risks, and daily routines including washing, lotion, and filing. Avoid tight or dark damp footwear. choose air and sun exposure when possible.
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Jane Blay
Terry County Extension
What are cascarones and Fiesta traditions explained
The Denison Herald explains cascarones, decorated eggshells filled with confetti used at Fiesta in San Antonio. Visitors pay about 50 cents each to smash them on friends, tracing the tradition to Texas after 1910 with roots claimed in Mexico and Europe.
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Denison Herald
San Antonio
Fiesta
University of Texas Institute of Texan Cultures
China
Marco Polo
Italy
Austria
Napoleon III
Maximilian
Mexico
Texas
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Connally
John B. Connally
State Cemetery
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