Connally Signals Independent Possibility in 1976 Politics
John Connally, survivor of a gun attack, argues a growing independent minority could reshape politics beyond 1976. He notes distrust of both major parties, reflects on his own party switches, and says a third force might emerge though he denies a candidacy.
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Chicago
Richard Nixon
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William Simon
Connally to Dangle Independence Amid Party Rivalry
The piece argues Connally could pursue a third option in 1976 amid party distrust. It notes independent fervor, cites Teddy Roosevelt 1912 as precedent, and suggests polls show disillusionment and a search for a strong alternative beyond the two major parties.
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Woodrow Wilson
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Jackson
Rockdale Chamber Receives Santa Suit From VFW
Rockdale Chamber of Commerce gets a new Santa suit with belt boots beard and trimmings donated by the Rockdale VFW and VFW Auxiliary to replace a borrowed lost outfit. Chamber secretary Dixie Farr notes the group is running a drive to raise funds and support the community project.
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J. J
H. Compton
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Rockdale area loan and grant aid for water system
Cong Poage announced a 650000 loan and 555000 grant from the Farmers Home Administration to the Southwest Milam Water Supply Corporation to enlarge the Rockdale area system adding 330 new customers. The funding aims to expand water service in the city region.
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W. R. Poage
Washington
Farmers Home Administration
Southwest Milam Water Supply Corporation
Rockdale
Rain Figures Point to Crucial December for Pastures
Milam County reports scattered showers boosting small grains and pasture land. May rainfall leads the year at 9.37 inches, Cameron totals reach 36.90 inches, with December rains needed to aid wheat and oats for winter pastures.
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Milam
Water Department
Cameron
Christmas Toys Displays Show New Ones Old Favorites
A local survey shows traditional toys remain favorites while new items gain attention. Highlights include Baby-That-Away crawling battery doll, Barbie and Ken variants, Nina Ballerina, Easy Bake Oven, Tonka toys, racing sets, Rickochet Racers, and Rock em Sock em Robot with a pool table. Phased tree spray service offered by Cameron volunteer firemen at 511 W. Butte.
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Barbie
Ken
Malibu
Nina Ballerina
Cameron Stores
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