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Newspaper
Cuero Record
Location
Cuero, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1972
Page
1
The Record reports mixed reader opinions on cable television and a cigarette tax plan by the surgeon general. Three opinions so far include two by word of mouth and one by phone, with readers urged to send more letters or calls. A columnist reflects on personal smoking history and differing views on health claims.
The Golden Crescent Council of Governments sent back the regional law enforcement radio plan to the criminal justice committee for further study. Committee heads Robert Dunn and Arthur Lapham cited insufficient analysis but indicated two firms, Compucon of Dallas and Bernard Johnson Inc. of Houston, could design the system if approved. The Texas Criminal Justice Council aims for a statewide integrated network once the concept is finalized.
Postmaster Henry Sheppard announced that the Cost of Living Council has approved a 23.9 percent increase in third class mail rates. The new rates take effect January 24, 1972 and are exempt from the 2.5 percent guideline as rates are reviewed by the Postal Rate Commission.
DeWitt County Commissioner David W Weber announces candidacy for re election to Precinct 1 in the May 6 1972 primary. He cites ongoing projects including the Novih Cuero Water Shed and Tri County Probation and Rehabilitation, property revaluation, road paving, bridge work, and participation in Gulf Bend Center Council of Governments and Cuero DeWitt Health Department. He asks voters to support his sixteen years of service and continues to advocate taxpayer interests and cooperation with county officials.
Johnny Bush and the Bandoleros are booked for Friday night at the American Legion Civic Center in Cuero. Bush, a Houston native, began his music career with promise and earned top vocal honors in 1968 from Record World Magazine and 1969 from Record City News.
Cuero VFW Post 3972 will meet Thursday for its first 1972 gathering with a Mexican supper at 7 p.m. in the NYA building. The session starts at 7 30 p.m. Membership pins will be awarded to those earning them in the 1972 campaign. Members who have collected dues from five or more members will receive pins. Committee reports and a large turnout are anticipated.
The Cuero Texas State Guard unit met Monday night with Company A personnel and 302d MP Bn staff. Lt. Col. J. D. Kauffman led the session outlining Civil Defense USA and Shelter Management courses and stressed promotions depend on course completion.
Corinne Carlton the Pilot Club president opened the regular meeting. A. D. Wood gave the invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance followed. Members read correspondence and heard standing committee reports. A games party at Cuero Nursing Home is planned for Wednesday Jan 19 and plans for the spaghetti supper to fund a heat testing machine for Cuero Community Hospital were outlined. Riebschlaeger reminded chairmen that reports are due in March.
The National Foundation March of Dimes calls for support to prevent birth defects through genetics, vaccines, and prenatal care. It highlights breakthroughs in genetics and immunology, cites 250000 American babies affected yearly, and notes more than 100 medical programs nationwide.
The Cuero Record asserts it will sell advertising on its own merits and not rely on false claims or pressure. It emphasizes 77 years in business, rejecting special deals and asserting knowledge of its product, and that rivals know their own value.
Texas Attorney General Crawford Martin seeks a three judge federal panel to rule the school financing plan unconstitutional by discriminatory operation not face value. He asks to modify the San Antonio ruling to allow districts to levy taxes, contract, issue bonds, and operate schools during a two year transition while a new plan is devised.
A drawing for 100 in trade will be held at Fischer Laundry and Cleaners Saturday January 15 as part of the firm's 20th anniversary celebration Registration is open now according to Fred Fischer
United Press International notes that Sumerian is the world’s oldest formally written language, dating back to 3300 B.C. The remark highlights Sumerian origins and its place in linguistic history.
Ed Pat Mixon and Mrs. Patricia Leslie win two year terms on the Cuero Hospital District board. Leslie receives 325 votes and Mixon 388, with 446 voters total across three polling sites Cuero Westhoff Meyersville. Election judges are named and terms start at 5 p.m. Tuesday at Cuero Community Hospital.
Post Lumber Company at 1401 N Esplanade advances a new warehouse on a concrete slab 2 by 32 feet. The structure will have a lower level warehouse and upper lumber bins. Nathan Post’s son John Post recently joined the firm to assist.
A devotional note citing Daniel 9 9 and inviting readers to seek God’s mercy. It emphasizes God as a loving Father welcoming penitent sinners home and invites personal reflection and return.
Governor Preston Smith says a study by the Texas Department of Insurance could lead to a no fault auto insurance proposal. He cites current 42 cent benefits per dollar of premiums and urges experimental reform to improve compensation and reduce lawsuits while exploring competitive rate systems. He notes drivers pay 15,000 premiums daily and praises prompt benefits in other insurance sectors.
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