Treasury names John V James Savings Bonds chair for Texas
John V James of Dresser Industries in Dallas is named Volunteer State Chairman for the Savings Bonds Program in Texas by Secretary William E Simon. He leads a cross section of business, banking, labor, government and media leaders to boost Bond sales statewide. James succeeds Reginald Brack who received the Treasury Award of Merit. James and wife Helen reside in Dallas.
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Mac Allen Awarded Master of Real Estate
Mac Allen of Floresville received the Master Of Real Estate designation from the American College of Real Estate. The award honors educational achievement in the field with a special diploma and gold lapel pin, signifying dedication to advancing professionally.
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Hobby to Address AACOG Semi-Annual Meeting in San Antonio
Lt Gov William P Hobby will speak on The Future of COGs in Texas at the Alamo Area Council of Governments Semi-Annual Meeting in San Antonio. The event includes registration at 10:30 a.m., the Executive Committee and Area Council at 11, a luncheon at 12:30, and seminars on solid waste and regional conservation at 1:45 p.m.
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Eight 4-H Alumni Winners To Share Congress Spotlight
Eight national 4-H alumni winners from diverse fields will join teens at the 54th National 4-H Congress in Chicago. They will be honored at a December 3 dinner in the Conrad Hilton Grand Ballroom and each receive a solid gold key Award from sponsor Olin Corporation. The eight, preselected as state alumni winners, include U.S. Sen. Dale Bumpers and Navy Capt. Charles Swanson, along with leaders from farming, education, and university administrations.
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Stockman Motel Opens with 16 Units in Local Launch
The Stockman Motel opened Monday night December 1 1975 with 16 units. About eight units are available now while the rest are to be ready soon. The Grand Opening will occur later. Office hours are 8:00 am to 11 pm and rooms are accessible by bell. Estelle Rutledge, manager, brings extensive motel experience. Owners are Mr. and Mrs. R L Palmer of Pleasanton who also run Mary Inn Motel in Pleasanton. Located on Hwy 181 South, phone 393-3137.
All-Breed Cattle Sale Set for December 6 at Pleasanton
Atascosa County Cattlemen's Association will hold its third annual All-Breed Cattle Sale at 1 p.m. December 6 at the Atascosa County Livestock Exchange near Pleasanton. Offerings include 75 bulls and 100 females from breeds such as Hereford Brahma Angus Santa Gertrudis Charolais and Simmental. Registration papers health certificates and a screening committee ensure quality. lunch will be available at the exchange on Highway 97 between Pleasanton and Jourdanton.
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Floresville Chamber Announces Christmas Lighting Contest
Floresville Chamber of Commerce sponsors a Christmas Yard Lighting and Decorating Contest with entries limited to city residents. Deadline December 13 1975. judging December 15 to 17 after dark. Cash prizes range from 30 to 10 dollars. Awards announced December 18 at Merchants Night with tree lighting at 6 30 and Santa arriving at 5. Free turkeys for attendees.
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Floresville Chamber of Commerce Mail Box Address
Floresville Chamber of Commerce correspondence directed to P. O. Box 220 Floresville Texas 78114 outlines the mailing address for official notices and inquiries. The item preserves a local business association contact point within Floresville and its Texas postal details.
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Newton Named to Texas Mining Council by Gov. Briscoe
State Representative Jon Newton has been appointed to the Texas Mining Council by Governor Dolph Briscoe. This marks his second Briscoe appointment this year, joining his role as Texas delegate to the Interstate Oil Compact Commission and serving on Briscoe's 10 member energy council. New appointments include T. A. Roberts of Mineral and Gary E. Pogue of Kenedy. Other members are D. L. Olson of Dallas, Vincent F. Malone of Daingerfield, and State Senator Max Sherman of Amarillo. Terms run through May 8, 1977. The council helps the governor with mining issues and Interstate matters. members receive no salary, only expense reimbursement.
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Floresville Band Boosters Seek Pledges for AC Project
The Floresville Band Boosters Club asks for pledges to fund an air conditioner for the Band Hall. Interested supporters may call or mail pledges to Treasurer Mrs. Ralph Atkins, P.O. Box 384, Floresville, Texas 78114, thanking contributors in advance.
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National Diabetes Month Awareness Effort Expands
In the United States an estimated six million have diabetes with four million more likely undiagnosed, says community pharmacist L D Flores Jr. November marks National Diabetes Month as pharmacists join the American Diabetes Association in public education. High risk groups include those with family history, women, people over forty, and the overweight.
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Floresville Music Club Meets December 9 For Christmas Program
The Floresville Music Club will hear Christmas in Music presented by Bruce Sanders and pupils from the Floresville School System. The event is Tuesday, December 9 at 4 p.m. at the Methodist Church with Mrs. Donald Hoelscher as program leader.
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McKnight Named National Aide de Camp for VFW 1975 76
Raymond McKnight of Floresville Texas has been appointed by National Commander Thomas C. Walker of New London Conn to serve as National Aide de Camp for 1975 76. Walker cites rising patriotism and grass roots concern amid Bicentennial events as reasons for growing VFW membership and community programs.
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Governor Briscoe approves four grants statewide
Governor Dolph Briscoe announced the approval of four grants totaling 221 790 for law enforcement and criminal justice improvements in the Alamo Area Council of Governments region. Bexar County receives 104 811 for a foster group home program as an alternative to detention. Comal County gets 66 690 for a major crimes task force. Wilson County 34 789 to consolidate records and dispatching. Karnes County 15 500 for a court administrator to establish a juvenile docket and reduce backlog. The grants were part of 52 totaling about 3.5 million approved after advisory board recommendations.
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Arthur Gembler Unit Plans Christmas Party
The Post and Auxiliary of The American Legion Arthur Gembler Unit 375 announce their annual members only Christmas party on December 14 at 1 p.m. at the Legion Home on Spur 122 formerly Highway 181 South. Members are urged to bring a covered dish.
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UTSA opens Spring 1976 admissions and enrollment
The University of Texas at San Antonio invites new students for the spring 1976 semester offering courses for juniors seniors and graduate students. Registration orientation and advisement run January 12 to 15 with classes starting January 19 and ending May 15. For information contact the Admissions Office UTSA Texas 78285 or call 512-691-4530.
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Students Tour Hospital In Floresville Middle School Visit
On Tuesday November 25 eighth grade Vocational Homemaking class at Floresville Middle School toured Southeast Baptist Hospital guided by the Hospital Coordinator Mrs Barnes and Career Coordinator Mrs Bonnie Smith. Participants included Patricia Aranda Adela Esquival Vernell Evang May Farias Annette-
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Floresville Band Boosters Kickoff Membership Drive
Floresville band supporters call for a new membership drive to involve all interested people in Floresville Bands. The effort aims to broaden participation and support for the school music programs.
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UTSA Opens To Freshmen And Sophomores In June
UTSA will admit freshmen and sophomores this June 1976 three months early, expanding lower division offerings and opening campus facilities under construction since 1972. The university will run nine and twelve week summer sessions, offer day and evening classes, and provide scholarships loans and work study for summer students. Summer classes begin June 2.
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No third party for Connally denies bid to run
Dallas AP reports former Texas Governor John B. Connally denies he might lead a third party bid. The Morning News Digest notes Connally says he has no intention to run and dismisses speculation about a possible candidacy.
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