Editorial Opposes Compulsory Oil Field Unitization
The Gladewater Mirror editorial argues against forced unitization proposals in the 64th Texas Legislature. It cites industry concerns, county chamber contributions, and testimony from independents and lawyers, urging defeat on grounds of fairness and field stability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S
Texas
Senate Natural Resources Committee
Lubbock
Frank Conselman
Conselman
Peyton McKnight
Tyler
Aira E
Austin
East Texas Oil and Gas
Sen. McKnight
Harry Loftis
Hawkins
Wood County
Charles K. Devall
Kilgore News- Herald
Lions hear FTA program Wednesday
Gladewater Lions Club learned about the Gladewater High School Future Teachers of America chapter. Sponsor Larry Osborne and three FTA members described the chapter’s service projects and mentions of upcoming district and state events.
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Gladewater Lions Club
Gladewater High School
Future Teachers of America
Larry Osborne
FTA
Melessa Stevens
Hugh Bowden
Gladewater
Gladewater School
Mark Johnson
Fort Worth
Ftaers
Osborne
Lions Club
Chris
Lion's Club
Bill Johnston
Proclamation Declares February 1975 American Music Month
Gladewater Texas proclaims February 1975 as American Music Month. Mayor O G Johnston urges citizens to join the Parade of American Music and support native composers and the city seal is affixed.
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National Federation of Music Clubs
Texas Federation of Music Clubs
Gladewater
Spelling Bee Blues and Sickroom Tales
A humorous reminiscence recounts childhood illnesses, a sixth grade spelling bee loss to Shirley Hatch, and a mock power struggle with school memories. The narrator recalls Dr Drake's Mixture, oaths of future influence, and a quirky bond with a schoolmate now in retail.
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Ich Ben Kronk
Shirley Hatch
Shirley
Dr. Drake
W. R. Howell
W. R
J. C. Robertson
Swamp City
Penney
Big Sandy
Shakespeare
Making Waves by Jimmy Brown on private training of officials
A humorous commentary savors the idea of private contractors training Saudi guards and mocks the notion of applying similar methods to politicians. The piece jokes about cost savings and potential misuses, noting the U S system endures despite public backlash and evolving criticism.
Weather Musings and Walkers Stirred by Spring Brightness
A rambling column reflects on pleasant week weather easing work, spring fever, and weekend plans to tidy outdoors. The writer notes walkers like Tootie Ables, Margaret Jenkins, Connie Winborn, Inez and Dewey Gray, and mentions rising track activity and comfort with mild temps. A satirical aside imagines a contract training program for politicians and officials led by Irving J. Noodleman to fix national woes.
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Elrod
First State Bank
Spencer
Margaret Jenkins
Tootie Ables
Pine Tree
Connie Winborn
Inez
Dewey Gray
Bentsen to Announce Presidential Plans in Washington
Senator Lloyd Bentsen will hold a news conference in the Russell Senate Office Building at 10:30 a.m. EST to disclose his 1976 Democratic presidential bid intentions. He then travels to Houston for a Rice Hotel news conference and evening reception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S
Lloyd Bentsen
Washington
Russell Senate
Capitol
Bentsen
Houston
Republic of Texas
Rice Hotel
Graveside rites for Ales child
Melinda Ann Ales two year old died Wednesday and graveside services were held Thursday at 2 pm in Memorial Park. Dean Blackwell of World Wide Church of God officiated with Malcolm Stone Funeral Home arranging. She is survived by her parents Harvey and wife in White Oak a brother Tommy and a sister Merina.
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Melinda Ann Ales
Memorial Park
Dean Blackwell
Worldwide Church of God
Malcolm Stone
Editor's Quote Book We Have No Right To Consume Happiness
A compact quotation notes that happiness is not to be consumed without production, paralleling wealth with responsibility. The line emphasizes ethical living and productive use of personal gains within a social context.
Gladewater Mirror Subscription Rates and History
The Gladewater Mirror published Thursdays and Sundays in Gladewater Texas lists home and mail subscription prices by region. It notes consolidation with The Gladewater Times-Tribune in 1949 and The White Oak Texan in 1969.
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Gladewater Publishing Company
Glade Avenue
Dean Street
Gladewater
Gregg County
Texas
Gladewater Times-Tribune
White Oak Texan
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George Bernard Shaw
State Farm
State Board of Insurance
Harold R. Wells
W. Upshur
Quitman Street
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