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Newspaper
Gladewater Mirror
Location
Gladewater, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1970
Page
1
Friends of the Library announce a book sale Tuesday starting at 10 a.m. Books will be displayed inside the library and on the lawn. Community members are urged to donate paperback books by bringing them to the library.
U S District Judge Wayne Justice cut bond for Fred Loyd Hayes and Kenneth Ray McMaster from 125000 each to 25000 after defense argued the bail was excessive. Both defendants pleaded innocent to conspiracy and obstructing federal court orders. Trial set for October in Tyler.
The 4158 Shreveport U.S. AR announces classes start September 8 at the American Legion Home in Longview for the Army Reserve Officers Advanced Course and the Command and General Staff Course. Courses target U S Army Reserve National Guard and Regular Army officers seeking promotion assignment or retirement benefits amid higher education requirements.
Carl Weeks, Scoutmaster of Troop 194, used a week of vacation to take 19 scouts to Camp Pirtle. Gladeites enjoy vacations with Jack Elrod returning to work in advertising. Ozark scenery delights travelers Bert Rush and family while Marcus Porcius Cato is cited on cabbage. Region VII aims promote four staff in Kilgore reorganization led by Don Peters. Also mentions homeless mothers and community reflections.
A devotional prayer opens with Jeremiah 18 4. Glade water season ends a week early with August 15 final swim day. Pools remain open for Labor Day weekend September 5 6 7. Teachers return for workshops on August 18.
Gladewater Chamber of Commerce directors heard reports on region activities at a luncheon. Russell Lloyd urged support for the 23rd East Texas Quarterhorse Breeders Association show August 7-8 at Roundup Rodeo Grounds. The group also discussed a 345-year ad in East Texas Vacation Guide and local industrial outlook from Longview leaders.
Alan Gaston of Overton becomes the Cozy Theatre operator after leasing from Sam Tanner of Longview and taking over management last week. He plans to continue booking general audience films and notes the venue has shown more family fare than area rivals in recent months. The theater opens 5 30 p m on weekdays and Sundays and 12 30 p m Saturdays. Gaston, a Jacksonville native, has long movie industry experience and also owns an Overton theatre.
At Camp Gary Job Center in San Marcos up to 200 youths may be dismissed after two nights of violence. Director Wallace Dockhall says some security guards will be deputized to restore order. Two consecutive nights saw a rock throwing contest and a similar melee with 60 injuries reported.
The 23rd annual East Texas Quarter Horse Breeders Association show and races set for August 7-8 at Roundup Rodeo grounds Gladewater features an ASA youth show with 15 performance and halter classes. Trackside bleachers will aid spectators for about 10 four horse races per day. R. J. Robey of Edmond will judge. Over 100 top quarter horses from across the nation are expected, with 45 trophies across youth halter and performance. Entry fees: Halter 6, Performance 10, Roping 15 with added money in some events. Information available from Jess Todd Kilgore or secretary Mrs. Betty Terrel.
Texas school officials met with Justice Department and HEW leaders in Austin to discuss alleged civil rights act noncompliance. Thirteen districts were cited and offered to negotiate. A federal suit would proceed if no agreement on desegregation plans is reached. Pottinger pledged cooperation. One-hour hearings were held for each of 48 districts. East Texas districts were not heard Tuesday.
Census debate continues as officials face scrutiny over methodology and representation. Activists urge reforms while demographers defend procedures amid ongoing public discourse.
In Harrison County the May 2 Democratic Primary was voided with a new county judge race ordered. District Judge John Furrh ruled in the election contest challenging the results, stating the election for county judge is held in invalid and of no effect. The party executive committee was directed to call a new election so electors may choose the party nominee for the November ballot.
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