South Plains Fair Swine Show Attracts Top Exhibitors
The Panhandle South Plains Fair swine show offers 4392 in premiums with judging Sept 28 to Oct 3 at Fair Park Lubbock. Alien Christian of Iowa State University will judge. Lee Roy Colgan of Dawson County will supervise. Berkshire through Chester White on Sept 28 and Hampshire to Poland China on Sept 29. The event features six divisions, awards from breeding associations, and a full week of all star shows including Ray Stevens and Dolly Parton.
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Tower up for re election GOP fears Barnes in 1972
Texas Republicans fret over 1972 when LA Governor Ben Barnes is seen as a rising force in state politics. Ripon Forum warns Tower may face Barnes, who is linked with conservatives labor groups and liberal voters. Party leaders debate how to counter Barnes while pursuing minority outreach and potential bids against Barnes.
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Eggers Cites Polls on Independence in Texas Race
Independent voters favor Republican Paul Eggers over Gov. Preston Smith by about two to one according to a recent poll. Eggers spoke at a Texas GOP leadership conference noting Texans seek issue driven candidates and independence over party labels.
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Bulgarian Leader Arrives in Havana for Castro Anniversary
Bulgarian Prime Minister Todor Zhivkov arrives in Havana with a delegation to join Fidel Castro in celebrating the 11th anniversary of the Cuban revolution.
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Beef Cattle Short Course Set Monday at Lorenzo High
A Beef Cattle Short Course for adult farmers will run 7 20 p m Monday through Thursday at Lorenzo High School Vocational Agriculture Building. Instructor Frank Lueres of Texas Education Agency and Texas A&M will cover management topics and offer on the farm help. Enrollment is 2 per person and area farmers are invited.
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Delta County To Host Centennial Celebration This Summer
Delta County marks its 100th anniversary with a county centennial celebration planned for August 27 to September 6. Sponsored by the Delta County Chamber of Commerce, events include a community visitation day a rodeo a political rally at Cooper Park and a dinner on the ground. Invited dignitaries include Rep. Wright Patman Lt. Gov. Ben Barnes State Sen. A. M. Aikin and State Rep. Neal Salmon.
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Mercury in Chicago tap water finds traces near unsafe levels
The Chicago Sun Times reports traces of mercury in drinking water across Chicago and nearby Lake Michigan communities. Officials say levels are not at a point of concern.
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