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Newspaper
Cuero Record
Location
Cuero, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1971
Page
1
A rambling column mixes social observation and humor with reflections on future tech and public figures. It notes 1800s patent ideas, space for discipline outfits, and hopes to cure ignorance and cancer while recalling personal anecdotes from bus rides and family remarks.
State Representative Tim Ven Dohlen said he would travel from Austin with the governor and other officials for a conference with the U S Secretary of Agriculture in San Antonio. The meeting aims to assess drought damage in Texas and discuss federal loans and grants for farmers and stockmen.
The Special Senate House Joint Committee on Dreuth Relief plans to discuss removing the paupers oath requirement for Federal aid programs. Von Dohlen notes rains provided temporary relief, but many Texas farmers and stockmen still face dire needs to restore operations.
Cuero Community Hospital Auxiliary welcomed three new members Mrs. J. C. Scott Mrs. Leon Nagel and Mrs. Lee Booth at a board meeting Monday. The group approved funds to refinish 12 desks and chairs for the nursing school and planned summer activity schedules and work shifts.
Trustees of the Burns Hospital Memorial Medical Scholarship Fund announce a 175 dollar award for Cuero trade area residents pursuing health related studies. Applicants, male or female, must submit three recommendations and financial need details by May 7 1971. Contact High School Counselor or Sister Lucilla Cuero Community Hospital for forms. Further details from Dr. E. E. Sims 275-3832.
The trustee for the former Jesuit Fathers of Houston asked that Sharpstown Realty Co. be declared bankrupt claiming the firm owes the religious order more than 2.29 million dollars.
Agricultural experts in DeWitt County say the recent rainfall provides only temporary relief. Totals ranged from .48 to 1.10 inches on Tuesday and a little over an inch on Friday, not enough to restore subsoil moisture or end the drought. Officials warn another rainfall within 30 days is essential to protect crops and pastures, with a livestock feed program and emergency buy plan under consideration.
Cuero VFW Post 3972 and the Ladies Auxiliary will meet Thursday night. The Ladies Auxiliary hosts a covered dish supper at 7 1 p.m. Officers will be elected for both groups and reports and activities discussed. The 24th District Convention is set for Sunday April 28 at the Kenedy Post Home.
A large crowd attended the Welfare Luncheon Tuesday at FE Patio where Ed Sager presided. Speakers included Murray Tarkington of Cuero, DeWitt County representative of Wulf Bend Center, and Bob Beal of Victoria. Dr. Ken Owens discussed Behavior Modification, family communication gaps, and the teenage drug scene, noting late efforts to improve interaction and suggesting useful books.
DeWitt County farmers protest new federal truck rules set to take effect July 1 1971. The Texas Farm Bureau and American Farm Bureau urge amendments and post ponement with exemptions for small farm trucks and local hauling. Letters to lawmakers seek intervention and a media information program.
A Texas National Guard unit kicks off the 1971 Clean and Green campaign with about 20 000 guardsmen expected to participate. Major General Ross Ayers notes the Irfth Aviation Group HQ Company will coordinate state wide efforts during May with Army and Air guardsmen from 134 communities. Boy Scouts of America join in Operation Clean and Green I with each Scout troop offering help through local home stations. Governor Smith commends the effort and urges emulation.
County officials remain unsure if a liquor by the drink proposal will appear on the May 18 Constitutional Amendment Election ballot. County Judge Trowell will consult the Secretary of State by phone to determine if the measure signed by Governor Smith requires a May 18 vote, amid dry precincts in Thomaston and Hochheim. Absentee voting begins April 28. ballots list four proposed amendments including ethics commission, constitutional amendment process, welfare funding limits, and $100 million bonds for water quality. Voting runs 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. across 20 precincts.
The Cuero Volunteer Fire Department received a $75 check from Texas Farm Bureau Insurance Companies as thanks for protecting the Jesse J. Poenitzsch property in Cuero. The funds will buy equipment and help reduce fire losses and prevent fires.
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