Wilson County Allows Emergency Drought Aid via FHA
U S Representative John Young said Wilson County received approval for emergency loans under the FHA drought aid plan. County Supervisor P H Cox reported no official confirmation yet but expected it soon after a survey by local agricultural agencies. Farmers urged to contact Cox at the Wilson County FHA office in Floresville for details.
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U.S
John Young
The
Chronicle: Journal
Washington
D. C
Wilson County
FHA
P. H. Cox
Cox
Young
Floresville
Miller
Floresville Peanut Festival heads announce committees
1963 Floresville Peanut Festival officials detail committee heads led by President J H Wright and Vice President Leslie Baumann with primary sponsorship from the Chamber of Commerce. Other roles include Edmonds as Secretary, Turner as Treasurer, and a long list of club and civic group coordinators across local organizations. GM Sets New Record Marks In Sales And Company Profits
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Hudell Wright
Floresville
J.H. Wright
Leslie Baumann
John E. Edmonds
As Turner
J. Edmonds
Chamber of Commerce
Barry Zunker
Bruno Johns
Band Parents Club
Edgar Ehlers
Coronation
J. E. Edmonds
Ways and Means
Musical Club
Robt. Spruce
GI Forum
Gasper Flores
Lulac Council
H. E. Rodriguez
Farm Bureau
Alfred Raska
American Legion
Raymond McKnight
Liong Club
L. S. McDowell
J. ©. Turner
S S Pacheco Celebrates 88th Birthday on July 26
Friday, July 26 marked the 88th birthday of Mr. S. Pacheco with phone calls from friends and relatives, cards, and presents. In the afternoon, a small gathering sang his favorite church hymns and enjoyed refreshments.
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S. Pacheco
Local 4-H Girls Compete At District Dress Revue
The District 4-H Dress Revue was held July 30 at Joske's Auditorium with twenty counties represented. Elise Kirchoff and Shirley Polasek, both from Wilson County, earned participation ribbons in senior and junior divisions respectively.
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Joske’s Auditorium
Elise Kirchoff
Wilson County
Shirley Polasek
James E. Edmonds
Social Security Dates Noted in Floresville Courtroom Schedule
The Commissioners' court room in Floresville lists meetings on August 9 at 9 a.m. and August 23 at 2 p.m. Also scheduled are September 13 at 9 a.m. and September 27 at 2 p.m. These sessions pertain to Social Security matters.
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Social Security
Floresville
Prussic Acid Toll in Wilson County Reported
Report notes about 50 cows killed by prussic acid in Wilson County this year, with estimates suggesting up to 100 head lost when unreported or small cases are included. Observers warn wilted sorghum plants now contain high acid levels, especially after drought relief rains or freezing, impacting grazing fields.
St Anne’s Parish Building At La Vernia Underway
St Anne’s Parish at La Vernia begins construction on a new church structure, with parish leaders outlining planned facilities and expected completion timelines for the community. Local residents anticipate a lasting place of worship and gathering.
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St. Anne’s
la New Church
St. Anne’s Parish
la Vernia
Lovely Nancy Raska Crowned 1963 Queen of Wilson County Farm Bureau
Large crowd at Sacred Heart Parish Hall watched Floresville native Nancy Raska crowned 1963 Wilson County Farm Bureau Queen after a night of talent and beauty. Stanford Talley won the talent final, with Janice Baumann as runner-up. Glynda Reed crowned the new queen as officials and sponsors were noted for organizing the event.
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Nancy Raska
Wilson County Farm Bureau
Floresville
Wilson County
Farm Bureau
Sacred Heart Parish
Hall
Curtis Ray
Msgr
John J. Gerbermann
Glynda Reed
Gene Crockett
WOAI
San Antonio
Patricia Foster
Talley
Don Krichoff
Stanford Talley
Troy
Stanford
Janice Baumann
Mike Baumann
Ini
Alfred Raska
Wilson Co. Farm Bureau
John Boening
Miss Reed
P. T. Wright
J. ¥. Donaho
Wayne. Connally
Ivor. Schultz
Wilson
4 H Recreation Night Planned for Floresville
The Wilson County 4 H Council schedules a Recreation Night on Tuesday August 6 from 7 00 p m to 10 30 p m at the Sacred Heart Educational Building Floresville. The event offers folk games and square dances led by 4 H recreation leaders for all Wilson County 4 H members.
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Sacred Heart Educational
Floresville
Wilson County
Re Entry Is Set On Abandoned Wilson Co Well
Abandoned well in Wilson County slated for reentry with 5,186 foot hole in East Floresville Field. San Antonio workers C Moore and T E Schmitz target the site near Marcelina Baptist Church and John M Allen Survey 376 A 26, close to Coastal States Gas Produc Co No. 2 Donaho, near State Highway 97.
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Wilson Co
John M. Allen
Marcelina Baptist
Donaho
Detailed Study of L A Water Sources Eyed
State Water Commission chairman Joe Carter said the agency may request detailed yield studies of three sites San Antonio suggested as potential water sources. He warned such studies could take time and no immediate decision would be made on Pedernales at Clipton Crossing Blanco river and Canyon Dam on the Guadalupe. He noted each site is already under federal study for flood control, and feasibility answers may come from those efforts.
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Austin
State Water Commission
Joe. Carter
Agency
San Antonio
Carter
Pedernales
Cloptin Crossing
Blanco
Canyon Dam
Guadalupe
Floresville Chronicle Journal Advertises Wilson County reach
The Floresville Chronicle Journal proclaims a weekly reach of more readers than any other Wilson County advertising media with over 6000 readers turning to its Home County News to learn what merchants are promoting.
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Floresville Chronicle-Journal
Wilson County
Important Brucellosis Meeting Monday Night August 5
Brucellosis testing starts in Wilson County on September 1 prompting an August 5 public information meeting at 8 p.m. in Floresville District Courtroom. Dr. T. T. Fagan, District Veterinarian of Tivoli, will discuss the bolihete and answer community questions.
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Floresville
T. T. Fagan
Tivoli
Notice To Band Members Practice Monday August 5
Band members are alerted to practice at 6 30 p m Monday August 5 on campus. All members should attend and bring instruments and materials.
Wilson County Ships 50,000 Pounds of Peanuts in Ten Days
Wilson County reports 50,000 pounds of Spanish peanuts shipped in the past ten days despite drought. Shipments by Floresville, Stockdale, and La Vernia totaled 550,000, 270,000, and 30,000 pounds respectively, all by truck. Average price paid ranges from 220 to 230 per ton.
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Wilson County
Chronicle. Journal
Floresville
Stockdale
la Vernia
Four Proposed Amendments In Today's Paper Chronicle Journal
The Chronicle Journal presents four proposed constitutional amendments to be voted on by Texas voters in the November 9, 1963 election. Read and study their contents as published on page 9.
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Chronicle Journal
Texas
Haa
Dr. Brumlow Plans New Home and Clinic Build
Dr. J. O. Brumlow announces plans to construct a new residence and medical clinic. The project aims to expand his practice and provide upgraded facilities for patient care, though details on location and timeline remain unavailable.
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J. O. Brumlow
Lions Club Scout Program Thursday 25th
Lions Club announces a scout program set for Thursday the 25th in the local area. The notice urges participation and notes activities for youth and community engagement.
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Lions Club
Karnes City Livestock Auction Special Anniversary Sale
Karnes City Livestock Auction will hold a special anniversary sale on Wednesday August 7. Buyers from across the state are expected as the firm marks its first year in business. Milton Harper general manager says stocker feeder and fat cattle consignments are being solicited and all livestock classes will be offered. Demand is described as strong with favorable responses from major order buyers and packing houses reflecting rising volume last week of 926 cattle and 163 hogs.
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Karnes City
Milton Harper
Harper
Estrada Sets Up New Peanut Elevator At Floresville Plant
Joe Estrada Jr a Floresville peanut buyer installs a new elevator at his plant near the 5 P Depot to handle bulk peanuts for shipment by train cars and trucks Other improvements are under way at the plant which has operated in Floresville for years past
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Estrada
Floresville
Joe Estrada, Jr
5. P
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