East Texas Farmer- Philosopher Comments on Governor Race
Les Akers known as the Farmer- Philosopher voices opinions on the governor free-for-all. He riffs on campaign rhetoric, jokes about candidates, and urges practical reforms like lower taxes and simpler laws. He notes voter confusion, recalls wartime politics, and calls for less politicking to advance East Texas progress.
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Les Akers
Follerin
Fost Ns
Arkansaw
Sertin
Guvnor
Ima Payne
Polke
Jimmie
Control of Public Debts in Texas Tax Journal Preview
A Texas Tax Journal opinion critiques how state and local governments issue debt. It argues bond approvals lack transparent authority, warrants bypass voting, and taxes rise as entities bond beyond capacity. The piece warns of recurring political squabbles hindering fiscal restraint and highlights civic figures visiting Palacios.
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Nets
Seer
Comptroller’s Office
Texas
Public debt reform urged to curb school bond expenses
A Texas Tax Journal editorial argues for tighter control of public debts and bond issues. It notes a district court holding a large school liable for fraud knowledge, despite buyers being innocent, and calls for citizen study and cooperation to limit future bond rates to population and wealth growth.
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United States District
Texas Tax Journal
Bay City Visit Highlights Local Socials
Miss Daisy Morgan, a sales lady at M. Steinweis, vacationing with relatives in Bay City. Mr and Mrs Hal Willison and their son Howard spent the weekend as guests of Mr and Mrs Bruce McCarty, enjoying the area and social hospitality.
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Daisy Morgan
Bay City
Miss Morgan
M. Steinweis
Hal Willison
Howard
Bruce McCarty
Local residents urged to vote for lieutenant governor candidate
L Harrison received a letter from Jd D Parnell of Wichita county asking Harrison to use influence for voter support in the primary. Parnell is among several in the race. Also noted are social visits with Mr and Mrs Richard Lott of Houston and Mrs J M Everitt visiting Engle Lake.
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L Harrison
Our City
Jd. D. Parnell
Wichita County
Harrison
J. D. Parmnell
Richard Lott
Houston
J. M. Everitt
Lissle
Engle Lake
Abe Martin Says Good Name Safest Gift for Children
Abe Martin quips that a father's name is the safest inheritance for his children and warns against actions that would split the family name. He urges caution, saying not to be among those who do wrong if you wish to avoid punishment.
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Abe Martin
Childr
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