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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1973
Page
1
A San Antonio Light column argues Americans must confront the energy crunch with personal and collective action. It calls for conservation at home and work, attendance at Chamber of Commerce brainstorming sessions, and city leadership cooperation with business to find long term solutions.
The piece criticizes President Nixon for a weak, voluntary energy program and warns of an imminent crisis. It argues the nation faces a severe, long term shortage with potential hardship, urging a clear, urgent national plan and earlier preparation. Strong entities referenced include the President and Arab oil producers.
The Texas Motor Transportation Association Executive Committee endorses the Governor Dolph Briscoe speed limit of 55 mph for trucks and buses and 59 mph for automobiles. Henry Alexander of Waco, TMULA, and Central Forwarding, Inc. oppose national limits, urging state control and noting safety, fuel conservation, and traffic concerns. They commend Briscoe for careful consideration and foresee possible federal action.
Gillespie County Commissioners Court starts ambulance service in Fredricksburg and county on January 1, 1974. Local sponsors Fredericksburg High School St Marys High School Gillespie County Land Association and rodeo groups seek trained volunteers to staff standby ambulances at events at no cost. Interested persons urged to attend a meeting at Milam Hall.
Three Harper players earned spots on the all tournament team. The item notes their selection amid high school basketball coverage and mentions the Harper school context.
Governor Dolph Briscoe introduces a 90 day energy conservation plan for both public and private sectors. He urges Texans to cut gasoline use by 20 percent, reduce unneeded trips, car pool, turn off lights, and set thermostats to 68 in winter and 78 in summer. State agencies adopt fuel cuts, 55 mph speed limit, and heating/cooling targets while TEA coordinates school district plans to save gas and energy in January through March 1974, estimating over one billion cubic feet of gas saved.
An overheard fragment shows a loan office scene with talk of consolidating finances and an advertising plug for Specialties and imprinted items from Fred E. Dietel, Alert Advertising Counselor.
A candlelight wedding at Knowles Memorial Chapel Kilgore united Deborah Starr Bean and Harold G Habenicht in a double ring ceremony officiated by Rev N A Brawner. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs Jack Starr Bean, wore a pink suit. the groom, son of Mr and Mrs Harold Habenicht, wore formal attire. The couple will reside at 2 B Thompson Kilgore after a Thanksgiving trip.
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