Consolidated Fund Launches Special Gifts Solicitation
The Consolidated Fund documents a Friday start for a special gifts and business solicitation drive. It calls for donations from corporations and local firms, with a general push beginning October 23 to maximize contributions from business establishments and workers. Community groups including Haw walt Senatit and local Girl Scouts are urged to participate and aid the fundraising effort.
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Commr Court Accepts Bid For Heat System At County Farm
Colorado County Commissioners Court Monday authorized installation of a forced air central heating system in the armory building at the county farm, renewed workers compensation insurance for 1956-57, and did not act on Glidden petition for rest appointment of a Ge Shen to dolp work speeders. The heat system bid was awarded to the Weir Sheet Mets Company at 2294. other bid from Weimar Butane was 2709. Mozelle Dayvault to write the renewed policy covering all county employees, annual premium about 7400. Gracie Adkins elected FFA Sweetheart at Pugsd ay Lake chapter event in Pugsday.
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Glidden
Heathe Farm
Wei- Sheet Mets Company
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Joe Knisht
Courage
Mozelle Dayyault
Ine City Inswaate Service
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Au Alter
Silver Tea at Lehrer Home Oct 13
A local fundraiser titled the Silver Tea is planned at the Lehrer Home seven miles north of Gamwosa along Highway 7 on Saturday October 13. Thad Hutcheson of Houston will be the honored guest and Mrs Anderson of Sanderson is listed as a guest. a Republican candidate is mentioned in connection with Hutcheson’s appearance.
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Colorado County
United State
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Gamwosa
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House Ton
Eagles Host Pearland In District Game Friday Night
Eagles entertain Pearland in a district game here Friday night. A large crowd is expected for the home return of Eagle Lake after three road games. Pearland aims to debut in District A with a lean roster and strong backfield, while Eagle Lake features a 139% backfield, 351 pound line. Coach Cobb relies on Walter Jones Joe Barela Larry Shaver Henry Alvarado and Kent Besette as starters, with injuries affecting Evhrens. A halftime show starring Ruth Ray Tate and the jorettes plus head cheerleader Judy Siremans closes the program.
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Barles
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Neshville
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Dickinson
Friendswood
den Murr
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Cobb
Walter Jones
Joe Barela
Larry Shaver
Henry Alvarado
Kent Besette
Barela
Eagles
Alvarado
Meedville
Glotta Altmen
Gang la Thoras
Judy Siremans
Eaple Lake Bend
Damages Sought for Garwood Girl in Auto Collision
In Garwood the petition seeks 60000 dollars in damages for 2 year old Mary Ann Poppy injured in an auto collision on June 20 1956 on Highway 71. The suit names E J Regenceyer of Garwood as defendant with Athar Popp filing on behalf of the child. The child is described as critically disabled from the crash occurring when she was a passenger in a car.
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Tueeday Ir District Court
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E. J. Regenceyer
Garwood
Athar Popp
Gangond
Open House at Ag Building Friday Announcement
Read the notice for the Open House at the New Colorado Society Agriculture building, with details indicating an event scheduled Friday. The snippet confirms an agricultural venue invite and timing but lacks full specifics on hosts or exact hours.
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Colorado
Directors and Officers Listed for Firm Incomplete Names
The fragment names include Roy Blackbird W Hi David son BF Hawihirs Ray Mopper Edward W Worry and Glad Rogers among the firm’s personnel. Details on roles or full affiliations are not provided in the readable text.
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Roy Blackbird
W Hi. Davidson
Hawihirs
Ray Mopper
Edward W. Worry
Glad Rogers
Ninth Annual Ganwood Fair Parade and Carnival
The Ninth Annual Ganwood Fair shines with a parade, carnival acts, and a full program. Events include Starlettes from Wharton County Junior College, Moniter norsenery SU exhibits, a beauty pageant, and performances by Pinyd Thuman and LLE NORTON. Lions club dinner, prize presentations, and educational displays round out a full day at the high school stadium. Open to thousands from across the Gull y tree area with activities from 10:00 am to 7:90 pm.
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Oct 20 Deadline Set for Destroying Cotton Stalks
An article discusses a drought era harvest issue urging farmers to destroy cotton stalks by October 20 to curb pest buildup. It notes shredding stalks under hot sun aids residue decomposition, killing pests and reducing winter carryover, with reference to field and factory impacts.
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Moore
Tax Officer to Visit Counties for 1956 Taxes
Tax Officer Henry J. Rajovsky schedules visits Monday through Tuesday to collect 1956 taxes and poll taxes, with locations in Garwood Hopkins offices and Tequesta. Visits also set for Wednesday in Wada and Thursday near Rock Island, with hours from 4 AM to 4 PM, and a 2 percent late payment allowance.
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School board accepts petition for election now
The sixth school board accepts a petition asking for an election on November 16 to raise the tax rate from 1.09 to 1.23 per $100 valuation to fund elementary additions and maintain a high standard. The election will be held separately from the general vote with qualified voters able to cast ballots at a dedicated desk.
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Committees Named For OB Halloween Carnival Oct 30
Plans for the annual Hallo Ween Carnival sponsored jointly by the high school athletic and other groups were laid out at a meeting. Committee chairs include Cakes by Osea Miller and Fred R. Fens, FTA parade by R. T. Wakill and others, games by Mr and Mrs. Frank Fadgeon, and fish bowls led by Maestra Pidgeon with high school assistants. The event will be at the city square on Tuesday October apta, with arrival and events at the high school and arena.
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Mrs H Smith Leads GOP Panel Tonight in Houston
Houston reporters describe the evening as a party event with Mrs Hargrove and Frankie Randall from the Texas Democratic National Committee among guests. The program aims to discuss United States Senate seating and local party strategies amid a busy political season.
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Skeet Shoot and Barbecue Supper at Nada on Sunday
Skeet shoot event followed by barbecue supper at Nada on Sunday. Adolph Fale and his orchestra provide music for the dance that night. Admission 31.00 for adults and 30 cents for children under 12. Plenty of refreshments available. Public invited to attend.
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First National Bank Tri Clase Tri Columbus Day Closure
The First National Bank in Eas jgle Lake will be closed on Columbus Day observance. Notice urges customers to plan for treasury arrangements. The holiday honors Christopher Columbus and the discovery of America.
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