House Coalition Remains Muscular in Fight Over Rules
A New York Democrat notes the House conservatives, led by Rep. William Colmer and joined by Rep. Jon Waggonner and Rep. Waggonner’s allies, still wield clout in opening day votes. The bloc, though lacking a formal organization, coordinates across factions to curb the Rules Committee, relying on informal talks and floor tactics rather than a central leadership.
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Miss Chinatown Chosen From 18 Contestants
San Francisco AP report notes Miss Shen of Minneapolis won the Miss Chinatown title amid San Francisco Chinese New Year celebrations. Shen, a University of Minnesota freshman studying interior design, 34-25-36, is daughter of Dr. and Mrs. William Shen.
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Great Equalizer Scouting Eyes Uniform Bank in Austin
A LWV spokesman says current Texas constitution and laws cover officials’ misdeeds in stock investigations. The discussion cites uniforms as equalizers for boys in need, with quotes on costs and local outreach in Lubbock districts. The piece also recalls past liberal efforts and voting dynamics in education bills and absenteeism impacts.
Convention Opens Today With Delegates Named To NCC Posts
The convention opens with South Plains delegates named to NCC posts. The report covers cotton trade projections for 1970 71, Boy Scout progress in east Lubbock, Texas treat foods from the state, and NCC committee activities. It notes concerns about uniforms, parental support growing, and leadership efforts at Estacado High and surrounding areas.
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East Lubbock
South Plains
NCC
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Colin Jenders
Narcas Grt
Anti
Texas
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Roy B. Davis
Lubbock
Orville
Batley
Anton
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Goble Jr
Levelland
Donald t/A. Johnson
Dan'Davis
Roy
Department of Agriculture
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Dunbar High Schior
May
Top Officer In Terry Will Be Selected
In Brownfield Terry County Police Officers Association will name the fifth annual top officer at 7 30 pm February 18 at the American Legion Hall. The event, sponsored by the American Legion post, highlights scouting influence on becoming a better person and offers opportunities to perform tasks not previously done.
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Terry County
Police Officers Association
American Legion Hall
American Legion Post
Miss Shen Wins Chinatown Minnesota Title
Miss Shen, fluent in English and Mandarin, moved to Minneapolis six years ago with her family. She captured Miss Chinatown Minnesota in the first such contest held in her hometown, earning a $500 scholarship and a trip to the Orient. She hopes to visit relatives on Formosa during the trip.
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Kermit Couple Run Winkler County Airport Flying Service
Jim and Nancy Bramlow, longtime managers of Winkler County Airport, now own a flying service offering charter, instruction, ground school and air ambulance. Nancy, a 1961 flight instructor, won the 1968 Amelia Earhart Memorial Scholarship and taught since 1961. The Bramlows also run Kermit Engine and Electric Company.
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Nancy
Bob
Amelia Earhart
Es Ninety-Nines, Inc
Plantation Party
Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
Palm Springs
Bramlows
Kermit Engine and Electric Company
Some Real Churning Seen Due In State Legislature
Fragmented text reports activity in the state legislature with proposals for a State Ethics Commission and a five member investigative committee. Mentions Rep Sia Nugent Kerrville and Rep Rayford Price. House to take up an emergency appropriations bill of 48.4 million to avoid welfare cuts by March 1.
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Kerrville
Palestine
Rayford Price
Barnes
Senate General Investigative Committee
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Den Mother's home Scouts meet after school
A brief note describes Scouts meeting after school at a den mothers home. The scene mentions classroom locations and attendees described as 17 year olds in the context of a youth group activity.
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