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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1970
Page
2
The Tire Industry Safety Council reports more than 1.5 million Texas autos may have at least one bald tire. Government studies show 30 percent of cars nationwide have one or more bald tires, prompting a nationwide safety drive and calls for tire age and depth rules in remaining states including Texas.
Government tire experts from the U S Department of Commerce warn Texas motorists about tire tread wear and the need for regular inspection. They cite data showing Texas ranks second in annual vehicle miles and urge timely tire replacement as tread bars appear on adjacent grooves.
President Nixon named nine nominees for the board of governors to run the Postal Service as an independent agency. The list excludes the current Postmaster General Winton Blount, who could still remain while the board selects a PMG and a deputy. Nine-year terms are planned with retirement at age 70.
Saturday guests included Mr. and Mrs. David Wharton of Del Rio and Mr. Wharton of Bandera and Mr. and Mrs. George Elam of Roswell. Others came from Dallas to watch the Texas vs. Oklahoma game. Mrs. Emil Tatsch had major surgery at Keidel Memorial Hospital. wishes for speedy recovery.
Highlights from the state capital report a fight over Amendment No 3 on the November ballot to set uniform farm and timber land assessment. A 15 member committee led by Sen Wayne Connally finishes hearings. recommendations back to the Legislature next year.
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