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Newspaper
Cuero Record
Location
Cuero, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1970
Page
1
Local town tuned to a wild Gobblers win as Cuero Gobblers defeated the Wildcats in a game packed with defense, offense, fumbles, and late drama. Gregory Portland joined the after Thanksgiving feast, returning with a tale of the night and a bite of crow moral.
Cuero Jaycees plan a Tuesday radio auction with a complete item list and values in the paper. The catalog spans from pecan trees to golf bags with prices from 3 dollars for a press job at cleaners to 65 dollars for a lawn mower. About 50 downtown businesses donated items for the Jaycees single fundraising event of the year.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Commissioners Pete Gilvin and Harry Jersig bypassed dissenting member Pearce Johnson to apply for federal matching funds for about 4000 acres on Mustang Island off Corpus Christi Bay. Johnson opposed the move, citing low priority. the action, backed by Gov. Preston Smith, signals a dispute likely to continue into the January legislative session.
Elmer A. Luddeke, Cuero tax accountant, completed a Federal Income Tax Preparation course by H and R Block over 12 weeks in Victoria. He received a Certificate of Award for satisfactorily finishing the program designed to explain new tax laws.
CHS band members were named to the all region and all district bands after tryouts at Stroman High School. Regional members include James Canady, Tink McMichen, John Kennedy, Lois Bade, Gladys Sager, Lorraine Bosart, with district members Ray Fehner, Robyn Morgan, Zana McElroy, Karen High, Karen Wells, and Saralee Olson.
The DeWitt County Home Demonstration Council met in the REA building conference room. Miss Lillie Stollers read on Old Age and Youth. Mrs Mildred Martin reported on a Craft Clothing and Food display by Cuero Girls 4 11. A Christmas gift exchange followed by refreshments. Next meeting set for January 7 at 2 p.m.
Farmers State Bank and Trust Company of Cuero announces the Bonus Passbook Savings Plan starting January 1. Minimum $250 deposits earn 5 percent annual interest, compounded daily at 0.13 percent. Deposits accepted anytime in amounts of $25 or more. withdrawals allowed with conditions in January, April, July, or October after 90 days and with at least $250 remaining. Interest can accumulate, be cashed, mailed as a check, or deposited to another account. FDIC insured up to $20,000. Open house December 22, 25, and 24 invites Cuero residents to visit.
Directors of the Cuero Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture will hold their monthly meeting Monday at 7 p.m. in the conference room of Cuero Federal Savings and Loan Assn. The directors will discuss the 1971 holiday schedule and hear committee reports.
Twelve men from DeWitt and Goliad Counties undergo pre induction physicals in San Antonio on Monday. Three Cuero residents Morris A. Hawker Anthony W. Fuchs and Micah H Hopkins are slated for induction. The Selective Service Board 34 reports its highest random number this year at 187.
A quotable line from Franklin D. Roosevelt reflecting on limited time to accomplish many tasks. The remark underscores the urgency in public leadership and national effort during challenging periods.
Cuero Gobblers overcome five fumbles two interceptions and a punt block inside their 10 yard line to beat Gregory Portland 14 10 in a quarterfinal at Victoria before about 8000. They advance to face the winner of Ennis Jasper in College Station with site discussions underway.
A Cuero Gobblers season review highlights the number thirteen in wins over Gonzales and Kerrville, a 13 year title drought, and a 14 to 10 state quarterfinal win over Gregory Portland. The piece notes 13 games played and references a page 12 continuation.
Dr J D Moore president of Victoria College addressed the Rotary Club with details on the college history enrollment and finances. He noted 1949 enrollment of 260 rising to about 1600 today with 400 in evening classes and 123 from DeWitt County.
About 100 Cuero volunteers plan a mothers march on December 8 to raise funds for muscular dystrophy research. Campaign chair Buster Gilbreth and treasurer Cecelia Schott lead a South Texas effort supported by local and San Antonio organizers to advance therapies for hereditary forms and improve patient outcomes.
The Cuero United Fund campaign chairman said the day’s pledges and cash gifts totaled 214 bringing the overall to 10887, just 113 short of the 11000 goal. Donors included KCFH manager Jim Cobb with 100, Wayne Wolf delivering 25, Bonnie Mixon 10, and others such as Carl Schorre 25 and H. G. Kelch 6 among numerous small gifts. The executive committee expects the quota to be reached by Monday or Tuesday.
Sixth grade students at St. Michael's School held a bake sale for the Jerry Hess Kidney Fund and collected 16.30. Steve Perez delivered the money to The Record on Friday afternoon. he is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Mateo Perez.
Cuero Record and Pilot Club of Cuero honor Lt Michael J Koenig United States Air Force as Serviceman of the Week. A 1965 Cuero High School and Texas A&M graduate, he joined the Air Force after corps of cadets and Aggie Band. He began active duty June 1969 at Moody AFB Georgia, earned his wings, then joined McChord AFB Washington as a pilot for the 62nd Military Airlift Wing in the Northwest. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Mertes Koenig of Cuero.
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