El Paso Times backs Christie for lieutenant governor
The El Paso Times editorial endorses State Senator Joe Christie for lieutenant governor, praising his record on liquor by the drink, conservation, endangered species, consumer protection, education and law enforcement. It notes growing statewide support and cites AFL CIO backing along with praise from Lubbock Avalanche Journal and Corsicana Daily Sun.
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Bill Jones vows to name names in Texas lieutenant governor race
Bill Jones accuses a long standing Texas power structure of pressuring his supporters with threats to withdraw personal and financial backing. He says he will name those involved on a statewide telecast before the May 6 primary to let voters judge who controls the state’s votes.
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East Texas poll shows Hobby lead in Lt Governor race
East Texas DiBoll Free Press survey in Lufkin Diboll Fuller Springs Zavalla Central Huntington finds Hill Hobby leading with 31 percent over Wayne Connally 18 percent Bill Jones 8 percent Joe Christi 9 percent Ralph Hall 29 percent undecided. The poll notes 47 percent independent 48 percent Democrat 3 percent Republican.
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Connally Cites Texas Poll in Lt Governor Bid
Wayne Connally markets a Texas Poll lead with 52 percent awareness and 33 percent popularity among eight candidates. The Houston Chronicle endorses him, praising his leadership, education push, water conservation, and school tax relief work as he travels statewide to gauge voter concerns and integrity.
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Wayne Connally
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Houston Chronicle
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Watson Speaks on Texas School Financing at Taylor Club
State Senator Murray Watson addressed the Kiwanis Club of Taylor Texas on funding public schools emphasizing local control and quality education. He noted sixteen years in office and urged Washington involvement with experienced educators for real answers. The talk took place at the Wesleyan Home in Georgetown on a Wednesday night.
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Briscoe Calls for Study Before Marijuana Policy Change
Gubernatorial candidate Dolph Briscoe spoke at a Monday rally before the Howard County courthouse opposing legalizing marijuana or lighter penalties until a thorough Texas narcotics study is completed. He urged youth participation, urged an ethics law, and rejected tax hikes and forced busing while favoring local school control and opposing Rangers disbandment.
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Texas
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Brenham Livestock Auction Notices
Brenham Texas announces a 13 a.m. livestock auction by Brenham Livestock Auction Co with additional consignments invited. Information via Oscar Bode Jr contact numbers GR 6-3621 and GR 6-4639 for details.
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