Texas Legislature races to finish amid tax bill push
In Austin legislators race to adjourn around May 10 as the House sent 164 measures to the Senate. The omnibus tax bill faces Senate approval with proposals for a two cent gasoline tax and taxes on tobacco products, trading stamps, and uranium ore. The plan aims to generate about 25 million dollars annually for the general fund, with possible further levies or cuts to the appropriation bill.
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Scrapie in sheep prompts questions and state funding
The San Antonio Light notes rising inquiries about scrapie, a chronic infectious sheep disease with no cure. It reviews its origins, transmission, incubation, and symptoms, and reports a proposed $14,000 state match to obtain federal funds to reimburse exposed flock owners.
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Local visit ends as Sgt Bier Schwale returns to duty
Sgt. and Mrs. Paul Jean Bier schwale visited his parents Mr. and Mrs. Fred Bierschwale. Paul Jean just returned from Korea and will be stationed in California. Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Harris and sons attended the funeral of Mrs. Suffel at Pettus Methodist Church. Burial followed in Beeville. Mrs. Suffel was 90.
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Soil conservation leaders urge soil and water subscriptions
The Board of Supervisors met to discuss Soil and Water magazine subscriptions and Soil Stewardship Sunday. Directors and members named include Wallace Lively, W. A. Moses, Ernest Stehling, Glen Young, Werner Crenwelge, and Jesus Valdez with plans to complete conservation programs and educate farmers on land capabilities and erosion.
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Texas Soil Conservation District Association
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Petersburg
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Morris Ranch
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Willow City
Werner Crenwelge
Cherry Springs
Jesus Valdez
Tivydale
Revised Reserve Program Gains Bipartisan Backing
Washington letter notes House and Senate leaders moved a reserve reform bill to the floor with backing from the American Legion VFW Reserve Officers National Guard. It aims to recall 45 days active duty for refusing reserve options, offer six months basic training for volunteers, and attach youths to local reserves for 7½ years. It also mentions Princeton Nassau Hall and Einstein lore, and cites $15 million in hybrid corn research yielding over $1 billion annually.
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Cerebral Palsy Drive Set for May by Bexar Chapter
The Bexar County Chapter of United Cerebral Palsy will hold its annual drive in May to fund a new enlarged CP center at 502 W. Mistletoe opening May 1. The center will serve about 90 local children, with 75 percent of funds staying in San Antonio for therapy rooms, staff, and maintenance. The rest supports national CP research and training.
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Mrs Bernhard Hosts Eileen Birthday Social
Mrs Chester Bernhard entertained Saturday afternoon in honor of her daughter Eileen on her ninth birthday anniversary. Sandwiches cake punch and candies were served to three classmates friends and relatives.
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Latine Family Weekend Visit to San Antonio Relatives
Mr and Mrs Robert Latine and their young daughter from San Antonio spent the weekend with his parents Mr and Mrs Alfred Lehne.
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Fort Hood Chaplain and Family Visit Daughter
Chaplain and Mrs. A. C. Lehne of Fort Hood visited their daughter and Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Lehne on Tuesday.
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Calentine Spends Weekend With Family
Tral Calentine visited Saturday night and Sunday with his mother Mrs. Carrie Calentine and his children, spending time at home.
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Fredericksburg Couple Visits Ms Cook and J C Cook
Mr and Mrs 8 L Cook of Fredericksburg visited Mrs J L Cook and J C Cook on Sunday in a local social note from The Herald.
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J. C. Cook
Weekend visits amid San Marcos town sights
Kenneth Whitewood spent the weekend in San Marcos visiting his parents Mr and Mrs Fred Whitewood. Odessa visitors Mr and Mrs H W Stevens Jr also joined family for the weekend. Supt and Mrs Edward Bailey and daughters visited Mrs Bableys sister in Lolita during the same period.
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