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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1969
Page
4
In Gillespie County, SWCD efforts focus on mesquite eradication using stinger blades on dozers to protect and improve forage for deer. Alfred Duecker teams wildlife goals with cedar control and spring water development, while grazing plans aim to prevent fire risks and sustain agriculture.
Pilot Knob Home Demonstration Club met May 13 at Mrs. Theo Hartmann’s residence. Harry Lewis spoke on Current Social Security benefits retirement survivors and disability with a Q and A and pamphlets distributed. Members praised Mrs. J T Maner for hosting a coffee and cookies event for about 60 Comal County women.
A Regional RC&D watershed survey conducted last week in Texas involved state and local staff from Temple and Fredericksburg plus Johnson City. The review covered Upper and Lower Pedernales River, Little Blanco River, Williams Creek, and four dams completed in Williams Creek with PL-566 feasibility noted as limited to Williams Creek. other watersheds were deemed not feasible.
A survey near Johnson City and Bianco evaluates flood water erosion and sedimentation in creeks for RC&D financial assistance. State watershed staff will further study data and RC&D Executive Committee will be briefed after full evaluation.
Article reviews proposals to shift tax revenue from federal to state and local governments. It contrasts Moran Mayer's plan with alternatives and notes political resistance from Congress. It cites Governor Rockefeller and Representative Mills as advocates and skeptics, outlining potential impacts on budgets and local autonomy.
State Capitol notes report the House favorably approved H R 133 in State Affairs after long delays. The measure sets stricter disclosure of private interests for legislators and state officials, with penalties for noncompliance and aims to curb conflicts affecting agencies and laws. It has prior House support margins and 203 members for 1969.
Victor G. Sagebiel of Willow City receives the Lions Club conservation award as Conservation Rancher of Gillespie County Soil and Water Conservation District. The program notes his switchback grazing, brush control, wildlife sanctuary, 20 years as a district cooperative, and long service in civic and county affairs.
A new event, Schatz Verkauf or Treasures for Sale, debuts in Fredericksburg at Market Square this weekend. Organized with the Chamber of Commerce led by Chas W Pratt, spaces cost 3.60 dollars for a Friday to Sunday sale. Anyone can join, offering anything from deer hides to antiques, with potential crowds growing if successful.
An interagency 3000 dollar contract between the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department and Texas Technological University funds archaeological work at Fort McKavett located 22 miles southwest of Menard. Researchers will map foundations and materials, catalog artifacts, and report findings to the department. Fort McKavett, established March 15, 1852 on the San Saba River, stood on a hill with relative protection from Comanche raids.
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