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Newspaper
Harper Herald
Location
Harper, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1975
Page
6
A column argues that deaths on highways lack noble meaning and remain tragic. It critiques media sensationalism, road safety limits, and personal responsibility, noting how drivers’ choices, car costs, and neighborly noise influence attitudes toward driving. It includes a humorous farmer ad about car accessories.
U S Senator John Tower argues the natural gas emergency threatens jobs and economic recovery. He blames Congress for price controls that curb new supplies and urges immediate deregulation, no price ceilings, and long term fixes despite political risk. The piece notes a community fire department donation photo at Harper.
Six frost days since Sept. 25 mark Harper’s cold spell tied to its 2100 foot elevation, highest in the Hill Country. The piece also previews West Texas writer Sam Pendergrast’s book Blowing With The Wind and mentions his upcoming Chili Cookoff judging role in Terlingua.
Hill Country Memorial Hospital and the Gillespie County Emergency Care Association staged a disaster drill at 4 45 p m on Tuesday October 14 The association includes First Aid and Emergency Care units in Harper Doss Willow City Stonewall and Fredericksburg The Fredericksburg unit operates as the Volunteer Ambulance Team led by Robert
Harper locals note Gene Harper recovering after Friday surgery at Hill Country Memorial Hospital. Community groups host coffee at V A Hospital and attend regional church meeting. Disaster exercise coordinated by ECHO Radio Club includes 15 simulated casualties and 25 First Aiders. Harper PTA Fall Festival set for October 25 with booths, meal, and a Bi Centennial program.
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