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Newspaper
Comanche Chief
Location
Comanche, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1972
Page
2
The Texas Water Quaying Boards nearing completion of the first phase of Operation Clean Sweep begun in November 1959. Gordon Fulcher says inspections of 1,500 wastewater dischargers yielded 248 facilities called before the board with progress on treatment upgrades.
The Reed families of the late W L and Mary Reed gathered Sunday June 4 at Lake Eanes Park for their annual reunion. About 74 members and six visitors attended with a noon luncheon and swimming the highlight for the younger group.
Comanche County residents tighten finances amid higher living costs and Vietnam War era tensions. The 1970 Life Insurance Facet Book notes local life insurance in force at year start near 67.8 million dollars, with Texas and national totals expanding as young, higher earning families boost coverage to protect income.
A speaker expresses deep appreciation for continued service as Commissioner and pledges to do their best. The note also thanks Irvin Dunn for being a pleasant opponent.
Mrs Martin, an elderly driver, had her license revoked after a collision. She challenged the Traffic Bureau, arguing age alone should not revoke driving rights. The court ruled that advanced age by itself is not sufficient grounds to strip a license, and restoration was ordered.
A series of cases tests whether medical conditions such as diabetes vision fatigue or heart trouble justify license revocation. Judges stress public protection over past good driving noting sudden medical events may endanger others. A brief public service feature by the American Bar Association and Texas Bar Association follows. Dr. W M Haynes traveled from Rifle to pick up his daughter in Comanche and return via Dallas. Dallas visitor Jim Dudley spent a weekend in the area.
The Comanche Chief published in Comanche Texas notes subscription rates for local and statewide delivery. Prices start at five dollars per year in Comanche County with reduced six month rates, higher rates apply for Texas and out of state.
Vern Sanford details Idaho Power Company’s Hells Canyon project along the Snake River. The piece covers scenery, dams Brownlee Oxbow and Hells Canyon, lake systems over 19 090 acres, parks and docks, and year round fishing for bass crappie and catfish with rainbow trout up to 22 inches reported. It notes access via US routes 95 71 and 85 and provides contact in Hesse Idaho 83707.
Mrs Frances Waring fell at work at Waring Insurance Tuesday afternoon and sustained a broken hip. She is hospitalized at Baylor in Dallas. The U S Army announces a special enlistment plan for careers in infantry armor and artillery offering 1590 for four years plus basic benefits and 30 paid vacation days yearly. Texas Agriculture Commissioner John White urges responsible environmental pesticide use to ensure a quality Texas environment.
A door to door scam targets neighbors with a fake cold package for a deceased or unavailable person. The supposed delivery asks for a payment, leaving a rock filled box and inflated charges. Readers are urged to demand ID and verify facts before paying. Six Flags at Arlington opens daily 10 am to 10 pm, praised by the Texas Highway Department.
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