24 Aug 1962
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Newspaper
Floresville Chronicle Journal
Location
Floresville, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1962
Page
1
Wilson County plans a polio vaccination drive using the Sabin oral vaccine as the community seeks to curb the disease. The effort follows a report of aging residents and local health concerns, with officials urging participation in the nationwide immunization program.
Parents who failed to register first grade children can register at the Junior High School Office on Monday August 97 from 9 to 12 and 1 to 4 p.m. Walter W Williams signs the notice as issuer.
Houston Monday Senator Connally warned that the United States and Russia both hold power to destroy civilization, urging vigilance against atomic threats. He cautioned political leaders about aggressive actions and emphasized the risk to world stability and national lives.
Three distinguished members of the Fourth Court at San Antonio appeared in Floresville on Thursday morning en route to a special meeting in De Lavera with Chief Hisbre Won Murray Acenrinte Lustre Tack Pope and Charles W Ratrow Allen among the travelers. They paused briefly for coffee at Wright’s cafe with Floresville residents present.
A corrected grain sorghum notice clarifies varieties listed in two public catalogs. The list shows 19 varieties ending with TE 8 on the Conrad Duel place at Roseneke and 92 varieties on the Felix Dospl place at Camp Ranch, noting a significant variation in selections.
Floresville college students Rod Hunter Ted Barber Roh Fwing and Carl Weet left by car for a weeks motor trip. They reported no trouble and planned a route to the Pacific Northwest. They aimed for Seattle's World's Fair and planned a return to Richland Washington, with visits to Don Realtors.
Campaign notices announce a Democratic campaign kickoff in San Antonio on Tuesday with remarks by party leaders. The event marks preparations for the November general election and outlines slate and key speakers.
A long, mixed text urges vaccination across Floresville, Stockdale, La Vernia and four surrounding towns with support from local chambers and the Redbird Auxiliary. It notes widespread polio exposure, urges rapid vaccine distribution via the Wilson County Sheriff and local hospitals, and cites community and school leaders backing the effort.
An obscure 1963 wheat crop referendum is announced with limited readable details. The text shows stray fragments about the secretary of agriculture and August timing, with many garbled phrases and missing names or dates.
A Floresville man was killed when lightning struck during an outdoor activity. Rescue crews reported the deadly strike occurred near a local residence, with authorities investigating the incident and notifying family members.
Fragmentary report notes Wilson crops showing resilience amid drought conditions with limited readable details. Mention of local farm activity and potential weather impact remains unclear due to incomplete text.
A municipal body approved a new sewerage project amid preparations for construction. Officials cited improved sanitation and urban growth as key factors. The decision follows recent feasibility studies and funding arrangements with city engineers and contractors.
Attention all junior high students for football chorus and band tonight at the courthouse in Winfield County Farm Bureau Queen Contest. Wayne Connally Neffendorf Wayne Connally Henry Howell, WOAT. Invoca tion master of ceremony. Entertainment by the Choralaurs Linda Joline Pam Varnon Ariane Mill Patey Haiduk. Announcement of winners Henry Howell. Introduction of all. Closing refreshments.
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