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Newspaper
Eagle Lake Headlight
Location
Eagle Lake, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1966
Page
2
A state article discusses election law changes and a safety program for highways. It notes a committee meeting on September 12 to study local issues and hearings planned in Wards. It mentions Texans voting in a March election and interstate safety improvements including new lighting and breakaway units along highways.
Notification appears garbled. Mentions Davi Cartosa and Garner Sandra with a ticket to Rice Pheatre on Sunday or Monday August 23, 2h to see James. Contains unclear names and risks of harm.
A Texas program details replacing conventional equipment on older road sections with breakaway sign supports and pole bases designed to shear on impact. The system pivots away from an out of control vehicle and the vehicle then rolls to two additional controlled stops.
After 72 days of debate the House approves the Civil Rights bill but faces opposition to open housing provisions. Pickle notes support for rights legislation yet opposes the latest open housing measures due to constitutional concerns. He cites the Third and Fourth Amendments on quartering soldiers and protections for houses, persons, papers, and effects.
Mr and Mrs David Konesheck Jr announce the birth of a daughter on Tuesday August 9 at Exlin Air Force Base Hospital Pennsacola Florida. The baby weighed pounds and six ounces at birth and is named The Koneshecks have another daughter Valerie. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs HL Buffenbarger of Shelimar Florida and Mrs Davitt Konesheck. Mr Konesheck is stationed at Ft Belvoir Virginia with a branch of the UD 8 Army.
The text asserts that no person shall be deprived of life liberty or property without due process and just compensation. It notes potential housing regulations require determination by state or local public authorities and for the federal government.
Public notice outlines Constitutional Amendment One on the November 8 election. It proposes adding Section 1d to Article VIII to tax land designated for agricultural use based only on factors related to such use and sets qualification rules, filing requirements, and enforcement provisions. The measure provides voting options FOR and AGAINST and directs publication and proclamation by state authorities.
A constitutional proposal on the November 5 1956 ballot would amend Section 9 to create hospital districts spanning multiple counties with taxing power up to 75 cents per $100, allow district dissolution by majority vote, and provide asset transfer rules. It outlines creation limits, state funding exclusion, and governor proclamation requirements.
A regional school bus drivers workshop will be held in El Campo on August 26, 1966. Superintendent Thigpen of the El Campo Independent School District announced the event, inviting drivers from a 14 county area and neighboring districts. over 360 drivers are expected. The program, sponsored by Campo Schools and Mrs. W. T. Wotding, aims to promote safety and conservation through attendance at required training institutes.
A proposed Texas constitutional amendment to create a five judge Court of Criminal Appeals with a presiding judge and defined terms, elective by voters, plus transition provisions for current judges, vacancies, and governing rules. It sets election method and date for approval or rejection statewide.
On an off night this week volunteers plan their monthly business meeting. The notice warns about smoking in bed as a dangerous habit and urges care to prevent fires.
The notice outlines proposed Constitutional Amendment Five to permit a State-wide Retirement Disability and Death Benefits system for county and political subdivision employees. It details Legislature authorization, optional participation by subdivisions, funding responsibilities, and a voluntary merger option. The measure appears on the November 1966 ballot with opposing and supporting arguments across sections of the Texas Constitution.
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