County Agent's Notebook on Agriculture in Colorado County
The agent notes that land prices have surged while real farm income declined. He observes urban buyers inflating values for recreation and hobby farming, affecting opportunities for a local young cattle hopeful who would rely on his own labor but may struggle with capital and land costs.
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Colorado County
Houston
Commemorative Stamp Ceremony Honors Sam Rayburn in Texas
The speaker recalls Cuba tensions and warns against Soviet influence while noting a September 16 ceremony in Bonham for the late Speaker Sam Rayburn that touched Texans and Americans alike. The president pledges to prevent Cuba from becoming a Soviet asset and to act if needed to protect national interests.
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Cystro
Cuba
Bonham
Sam Rayburn
Parade of Values At Western Auto Engle Lake
Parade of values underway at the Western Auto Store in Engle Lake. Shop store wide and save wow.
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Western Auto Store
Engle Lake
Texas Water Conservation Push Moves On In Austin
Statewide Water Committee meeting in Austin backs the proposed constitutional amendment allowing the State Water Development Board to acquire reservoir storage and conserve flood waters. Gov. Price Daniel praises leadership, with budget approval and a finance committee chair named for the campaign. Texas exports rise sharply in manufactured goods and chemicals as the Petrochemical industry expands.
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Statewide
Austin
State Water Development Board
Price Daniel
Texas
John Vandertulip
State Water Commission
Marvin Nichols
Fort Worth
Development Board
Joe Carter
Water Commission
Daniel
Ben Carpenter
Dallas
University of Texas Burea of Business Research
Repair and Remodeling Headquarters
Free planning and estimates offered by Alamo Lumber Co. Contact CE 4-2511 for details on home repair and remodeling services.
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Alamo Lumber Co
Parallel Terrace Systems Popular in CSC District
Parallel terrace systems have been built on 14 farms in the Colorado Soil Conservation District since 1959. By now 20 systems total 23 miles with most terraces parallel or partly parallel, saving time labor and fuel for farmers. Local cooperators report easier farming and lower maintenance while planners note cost-share options and ongoing technical assistance.
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Robert S. Calvert
Texas Department of Public Safety
Potter
Travis
Jones
State Highway Department
Colorado Soil Conservation District
Gus Riley
Frelsburg
Riley
Soil Conservation Service
ASCS
Hodnett Leaves Houston for Maridiabo Venezuela Visit
Joe Hodnett departed last Thursday by plane from Houston to Maridiabo Venezuela after months with his wife and daughter Jo Sue who enrolled at Saint Mary's Hall in San Antonio. A Catholic barbecue and fellowship event is planned Sunday at the Eagle Lake Recreation Center.
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Joe Hodnett
Houston
Maridiabo
Venezuela
South America
Mrs. Hodnett
Jo Sue
San Antonio
Saint Mary's Hall School
Eagle Lake Recreation Center
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