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Newspaper
Cuero Record
Location
Cuero, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1972
Page
2
The piece denounces rising crime and what it calls a moral decay. It argues that law enforcement is hampered by red tape and judicial protection for criminals, urging courts to prioritize victims and restore safety. It cites threats to daily life from mugging to hijacking and violence.
The text paints spring as bright and renewing with blooming crocuses jonquils forsythia and fruit trees. It quotes Tennyson and notes longer days warmer sun and dormant seeds breaking through. Farmers glimpse winter's work bearing fruit as nature bursts into verdure and new growth inspires hope and vigor.
Reader tips cover using soapy water on adhesive backed paper to position it precisely and finish with a smooth dry. Suggestions include using a radio to muffle noises and a portable transistor under the pillow for private listening. Also advised: pre moist wipes clean a dusty windshield to improve visibility and safety.
Letter from Cuero Texas resident John Q Public asks how to improve roads to the county’s main agricultural market. He notes livestock growth, a paved road but rough last stretch, and seeks action in DeWitt County. The page also prints a Q A on drug abuse definitions by Sgt Fugene Denson USMC.
A reader asks about a simple recipe tweak that elevates sandwiches. The columnist notes horseradish adds zing and changes flavor, encouraging readers to try it. Heloise suggests writing questions to the column for possible future answers.
On May 16 events include Elizabeth Peabody’s birth in 1804 and the 1866 authorizing of the nickel coin. The 1929 Academy Awards were announced with Janet Gaynor as best actress. The Almanac notes Mercury and Jupiter as morning stars and Venus Mars Saturn as evening stars with Taurus births.
A 1962 Thai deployment by U S forces to bolster Thailand amid Laos fighting is noted. The Defense Department reports 562 American deaths in Vietnam in the week of May 11 1968, a record weekly toll to that date. Virgil urges resilience against misfortune.
A reader considers their role as builder or wrecking force in life. The parable contrasts skilled labor with mindless destruction and urges careful, planned deeds. A joke about a doctor and patient ends the piece with humor.
Worry Clinic reviewer praises The Yankee Pioneers A Saga of Courage by Samuel B Pettengill for vivid, story like history of New England settlers. The book recounts honeybees Indians beehives forested New England 1620s log cabins cave homes and the early cattle and farming era with practical details and anecdotes.
A Cuero Monday gathering includes Jim Clegg Ike Rabel Walter Koenig Chas Koenig and Arnold Arndt. Oscar Adickes given thanks for a lift. Albert White remembered for aiding DeWitt county watermelon acreage. Kenneth Towery, Pulitzer winner, stops by Washington job noted. Alfonso Gonzales and Sylvester Jendry drop in for greetings. Werner Kautz offers thoughts on happiness.
Scientists seek a UN backed system to monitor forests worldwide using planes or satellites. The FAO with UNESCO and the World Bank would warn governments of threats as forests cover about one third of land. In the U S Yale and IBM model forest growth to study climate soil and shade effects and aim to train forestry studies globally.
The Cuero Record’s daily classified page features a mix of job ads real estate and personal notices. Readers find help wanted garage sale announcements and miscellaneous services along with small business promotions across Cuero and surrounding areas.
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