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Newspaper
Cuero Record
Location
Cuero, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1972
Page
5
Delegates at the National Political Convention in Louisville produced a platform praised by supporters and criticized by opponents. The report notes the party’s stance on key issues and the claim of broad public appeal despite hostile media coverage.
The filing outlines a constitutional amendment to Section 2 Article VIII of the Texas Constitution to tax exemptions for properties used for religious education and charity, and for disabled veterans and surviving spouses and children. It sets exemption scales by disability ratings and survivor status, with specifics on eligibility and limits, and calls for a vote on November 7, 1972.
The proposal formalizes four year terms for the Governor from 1974 onward, extends to the Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Comptroller of Public Accounts, Treasurer, General Land Office Commissioner, and Secretary of State, and requires residency, age, and salary provisions while detailing election timing and duties.
The American Party proclaims faith in God and the Constitution, appealing to hard working citizens. It stresses loyalty to a government of the people and local control, opposing foreign entanglements and tax loopholes while promising opportunity, safety, and educational gains.
The measure on the November 7 1972 ballot would amend Texas Constitution sections 17 and 24a. It provides that if the lieutenant governor must act as governor the president of the senate receives the same compensation as the governor, and adds a salary of 22500 for both the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house.
The text outlines ballot provisions restricting holding multiple public offices, with exceptions for National Guard roles and certain reserve officers. It also specifies rules for Soil and Water Conservation District directors and allowances for holding more than one office under defined conditions.
The document outlines opposition to federal domination of local institutions including public schools, calls for elected federal judges and periodic reconfirmations, and opposes federal interference in hiring and privacy. It also notes a government stance on tax, waterfowl stamps, Singapore markets, a new book on female sexuality, and This Is Your Life renewal in 100 cities.
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