Connally resigns Navy post to seek Texas governor race
Navy Secretary John B. Connally Jr resigns to run for governor of Texas. Fred Kroth of Fort Worth named to replace him. Connally, 44, cites decision made recently. Kennedy accepts resignation with regret. Connally has long been a Texas political force and ally of Lyndon Johnson.
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Connally For Governor Club Organized in Floresville
The first John Connally for Governor Club formed in Floresville as Wilson County residents rally behind his candidacy. Sam Fore of the Texas Press Association announced rapid petition signing with 250 already enrolled and 500 expected within days. County officials and Floresville leaders support Connally’s bid as the secretary announced his resignation and candidacy at a Fort Worth press conference.
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Boy Scout Court Of Honor Well Attended in Floresville
The Boy Scout Court of Honor in Floresville drew a large crowd at the district courtroom Monday night. Floresville Troop 114 and Path Troop 105 participated with B J Kosarek as chairman assisted by Robert Spruce and Clyde Fahrenthold. Merit badges were awarded to Albert Bargaron, Jerry Fahrenthold, John Johnson, Mike Roebuck and Robert Poth for various skills and lifeskills.
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Floresville Band Wins First Division at San Antonio Meet
Floresville School Band under director Frits Teltschik placed first in the regional band contests in San Antonio last Saturday. The Floresville ensemble was one of four First Division winners in Class AA, sharing top honors with Flor dy and Pleasan.
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Wilson County Christmas Seal Campaign Urges Action Countywide
Wilson County launches its 55th annual Christmas Seal drive to combat tuberculosis. The notes urge purchases to fund skin tests for school children and adults, X rays for reactors, hospital aid, and health education, with funds aiding those unable to pay and supporting the Wilson County Tuberculosis Association.
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Floresville Postoffice Opens All Day Saturday
Floresville postoffice will be open all day this Saturday to handle extra Christmas mailings and rush. Postmaster Russell Smith says the public will be served all day, whereas offices previously closed at noon on Saturdays. Do your Christmas mailings early, especially cards and packages.
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Enlistments Authorized for Men Twenty to Twenty One
Effective immediately through December 31 1961 enlistments in Army Reserve units are authorized for men who have not yet reached their 22nd birthday. For enlistment information contact Mr Van Dine at the U S Army Reserve Center Pleasanton Texas on Route 97 South or call Pleasanton LO 90 2478.
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Floresville Aims For 1500 GPM Well With 14-Inch Casing
The City of Floresville seeks a 1500 gallon per minute well with a 14 inch casing set and cementing. The project details and timeline appear in the readable portions of the notice, indicating municipal water infrastructure plans.
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Bulldozer Kills Kenedy Man Near Floresville
Kenedy resident Edward Ardrey, 28, died after a bulldozer ran him over about 22 30 p m Saturday near Floresville. He lived in Kenedy and was employed by a pipeline company. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at Akers Funeral Home in San Antonio with military rites at Ft. San Houston National Cemetery. Chase Funeral Home in Kenedy handled local arrangements.
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