Texas President in 1976 May Follow Eisenhower Johnson
The piece discusses former Texas Governor John Connally switching from Democratic to Republican and explores the possibility of a Texas native becoming President in 1976. It notes past Texas influence on two parties and quotes Latane Temple on Connally’s impact on Texas politics and the two-party system.
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Dwight D. Eisenhower
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Georgia
Louisiana
Mississippi
South Carolina
Massachusetts
District of Columbia
Latane Temple
Dibol Free Press
Herbert Hoover
Richard M. Nixon
South Dakota
George McGovern
Bob Poage
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Poage
Mr. Connally
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Opinion By Bill Jordan on Reading, Quotes and Transportation
The Clifton Record opinion column summarizes its method of selecting material from letters and releases, notes quotes from national figures, and explains sourcing from other papers. It highlights National Transportation Week May 13 to 19 and quotes William Bresnahan and Stoney Stubbs on future transportation growth and policy.
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William A. Bresnahan
American Trucking Associations
Attention For Sewing Machines Recommended by Extension Agent
Extension agent provides routine checks for sewing machines to prevent common problems. Clean lint, oil moving parts, rethread when top tension breaks, ensure correct needle size and insertion, adjust needle and bobbin tension, and verify suitable thread for fabric.
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Delmelia Dunn
Eesque County Extension
Caution Urged Before Spraying Pesticides This Season
Agriculture Commissioner Joan C White warns readers to read pesticide labels due to the Federal Environmental Pesticide Control Act of 1972. Improper use can violate federal law and harm people or animals. Farmers are urged to use the right product at the right time and dispose of containers properly by contacting the Texas Department of Agriculture for pamphlet TDA Q 423A.
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Joan C. White
White
Commissioner White
Farmers Costs Rising Despite Higher Prices
An economist from the Texas Extension Service warns farmers and ranchers to tighten costs in 1973 as production expenses climb. Across the nation costs rose over 7 percent in 1972, with seed feed and livestock up 10 percent and rents up 13 percent, while labor and interest bills also expand. In Texas, high-cost items and labor needs threaten income despite higher receipts.
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Texas Agricultural Extension Service
College Station
Wayne Hayenga
Texas
Hayenga
Texas Rio Grande Valley
Cayote Community Center Hosts Open House on May 27
The Cayote Community Center will hold a public Open House on Sunday May 27 from 2 to 4 p.m. Residents are invited to tour the new facility and learn about programs offered.
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Cayote Community Center
Central Texas Fair Assn to Meet May 18 Here
The Central Texas Fair Association will meet Friday night May 18 at 7 30 p m in the Clifton Chamber of Commerce office. All board members and interested persons are urged to be present for the meeting.
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Central Texas Fair Association
Clifton Chamber of Commerce
Return of Dropouts to Classrooms Under G I Bill Boosts
Veterans Administration reports free entitlement helps educationally disadvantaged veterans rejoin schooling. Over 20,000 use extra months for high school and prep courses. 125,000 have used the program since 1967, including 70,000 who completed up to 11 years of schooling.
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Veterans Administration
Jack Coker
Coker
Hose
Veterans County Service Officer
Veterans Service Organizations
Rural communities urged to share waste disposal costs
Texas A M University researchers J Patrick Hall and Lonnie Jones propose multi community cooperation to cut solid waste disposal costs. They estimate per person annual costs could drop from about 15 dollars to around 8 dollars as populations combine, with better service quality funded by shared revenue.
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J. Patrick Hall
Lonnie Jones
Texas Agricultural Experiment Station
College Station
Texas
Hall
Jones
Texas A&m University
Fryer Prices May Drop Down
Texas A&M extension specialist Mrs. Gwendolyne Clyatt says rising fryer chicken supplies will let more stores run specials. She notes frozen turkeys and pork cuts at good values, while beef cuts remain steady with select items on sale. Weather disrupts crops but counters offer a wide range of produce, with onions still pricey and several fruits and vegetables highlighted as well priced.
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Gwendolyne Clyatt
Texas Agricultural Extension Service
Texas A&m University
College Station
Embroidery and Lace Return to Spring Fashion
Texas A&M Extension Service specialist Marilyn Brown says embroidery and lace revive spring style for both women and men. She cites home sewing growth, demand for elegant trims, and the appeal of colorful, textured surfaces. Eyelets, appliques, and embroidered emblems lead the comeback across checks, plaids, solids, and patterned fabrics in sportswear and dresses.
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Marilyn Brown
Texas Agricultural Extension Service
Texas A&m University
College Station
Brown
Photos Can Help Identify Items Lost From Home
Lillian Cochran of Texas A&M urges households to create photographic inventories to prove ownership after theft or disaster. She notes any snapshot can document contents, suggest wall and cabinet views, and include close ups of valuables. Save negatives for insurance and safety in a fire proof container.
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Lillian Cochran
Pexvas Agricultural Foxtension Service
Texas A&m University
College Station
Tennis Fashions Embrace Full Color Play On Court
Marilyn Brown of Texas A&M Extension notes spring tennis wear favors pale and bright pastels with trims in red navy gold and green. Separate shorts culottes and skirts grow in popularity while bare midriff tops bodysuits and halter neck dresses trend. Synthetics remain dominant though cotton knits blends rise. lace and painted fabrics are favored trims.
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Marilyn Brown
Texas Agricultural Extension Service
Texas A&m University
College Station
Clothing Costs Rise in 1972 Amid Slow Pace of Increase
Mrs. Becky Culp cites a U S Department of Agriculture study showing total U S clothing expenditures reached 61.9 billion dollars in 1972 with an average 296 dollars spent per person on clothing and shoes. Footwear costs rose most while men’s wear rose least, yet 1972 increases were below levels since 1965.
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Becky Culp
Texas Agricultural Extension Service
Texas A&m University
College Station
U.S. Department of Agriculture
U. S
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