Butler Ties Legislative Roles To Local Lions Luncheon
Floresville Lions heard Edward Reed of the Wilson County ASCS explain agency scope and 1962 activities. Representative Jerry Butler of Kenedy, then Texas House member for the 8th District, outlined committee assignments including Labor, Common C arties, Game and Fish, Insurance, and Misities, while residents noted county ASCS board members Chas Bohmann and B. Pleller.
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Floresville Lions
Wright
Edward Reed
Wilson County
ASCS
Jerry Butler
Kenedy
B&th
Terns
Wilson
Karnes
Atascosa
McMullen and
Frie
House
Texas
Common Carties
Game and Fish
Chas Bohmann
Denhawken
B. Pleller
Sunnyside
Vek Bruce
Fairview
Comatity
Menther
Poll Tax Deadlines Loom in Floresville and Wilson County
Tax offices warn Floresville city and Wilson county voters poll tax payments are far behind last year with only six days left to pay. City officials announce the January 11 deadline and caution that without a poll tax voters cannot participate in any city or county elections, including potential bond or road measures.
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Floresville
Wilson County
Texas senator pushes bill for 200 bed veterans hospital
Senator Ralph Yarborough of Texas introduces a Senate bill to establish a 200 bed veterans hospital in South Texas. The proposal aims to expand access for veterans in the region and bolster medical facilities serving former service members.
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Washington
Ralph W. Yarborough
D- Tex
Senate
South
Texas
Floresville housing project nears completion
Governor and family visit Floresville as the housing project nears completion. The event drew the governor, his wife and several relatives to observe progress and praise local efforts. Memorial services and nearby acknowledgments were noted in coverage of the visit.
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Bob -Dasing
Austin
Siactigthie
Phires Ville
Mooresville High Band in Governor's Parade
Floresville native event recounts a January 18 parade in Austin Texas with 10,000 spectators. Mooresville High School Band led by Governor Connally watched by crowds as 45 bands and floats passed by. A large red and white Floresville banner preceded the marching unit.
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Mooresville High School
Ploresville
Heme
Connally
Johny B. Commally
Texas
Pheautien
Jone
Congress Avenue
Austin
Hmgentine
Velischik
Moat
Gawenir
Hoanatty
Atin Catorrinidt
Aresville High
Si Hiati
Cunpliants Applehrough
Floresville
Flores TH Wins Ist Honor A B Contest
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St Mary's
Haresville High
National Bank of Ci
Antonio
Wilson County Livestock Show Held As Scheduled In Floresville
Despite severe cold and weather, the Wilson County Livestock Show in Floresville proceeded Wednesday with a fair crowd. Most livestock shown will be sold today at the Floresville Livestock Commission weekly auction. Rake Exhibit occurred on schedule and prize winners will be published.
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Wilson County
Floresville
Floresville Livestock Commission
Governor Proclaims SOW Screwworm Week in Texas
Gov John Connally proclaims January 21 26 as SOW Screwworm Week to back cattlemen drive aimed at raising at least 1 million of the 3 million goal for a war chest to fund the Screwworm eradiation program. He urges the Legislature to appropriate state funds to meet federal support.
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John Connally
Texas
Floresville Stock Show Entries Filed by Local Residents
Fourteen Floresville area residents have entered stock show entries. The event runs February through the 17th, with participation from local farmers and youths showcasing cattle and other livestock.
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Floresville Area
Sen Set For 1963 Feed Grain Program in Wilson County
The article outlines a 1963 feed grain program for Wilson County running from February through March 22. It notes payments at 0 percent of the county support rate for diverted acres, with the county rate tied to higher national average prices of 1.95 dollars per bushel for corn and 2 dollars per hundredweight for grain sorghum, among others.
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Conservation Reserve
Soll Bank
Ventyaet
Sen
Wilson County
Colderst Wave Of Year Hits This Avea
Fragments describe a cold spell with snow and wind across counties including Colderst and nearby areas. A forecast mentions potential warmth later in the week, with warnings of biting cold and continued wintry conditions.
Pay Your Taxes By January 31 In Wilson County
Taxpayers in Wilson County are urged to pay state school and other taxes by midnight Thursday January 31 to avoid extra penalties and interest. The Chronicle Journal highlights a half page ad stressing urgency and immediate action to save money on taxes.
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Wilson County
Chronicle-Journal
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