Governor candidates seek last minute advantage
Texans faced a crowded primary scene as candidates from both parties sought last minute leverage before voting with notable activity in Houston Dallas and Laredo. Governor Connally urged adoption of the unit rule while backers and rivals debated party leadership and presidential prospects. Public betting and regulatory concerns colored the race as voters prepared for a split decision and party leadership maneuvers.
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Limestone County voting to be held at seventeen boxes Saturday
Limestone County residents will vote at seventeen boxes across precincts including Groesbeck Mexia Tehuacana and Fairfield. The race for county commissioners and constables draws interest along with the gubernatorial contest as candidates and precinct organizers prepare for Saturday polls. Proceeds from a local charity hunt and barbecue aid a Mexia family affected by polio.
Eisenhower in Hospital After Heart Attack Illness
Two heart specialists were flown from Walter Reed Monday night as Eisenhower rests comfortably and in excellent spirits. A close source cited overheated activity and heat at a desert resort as contributing factors. President Johnson was informed and dispatched an Air Force plane to bring the doctors to Walter Reed.
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Mexia School Receives 6000 Grant for SWEAT Program
The Mexia State School obtained a $6,000 grant from the Rehabilitation Service Administration to run a summer work experience and training program in mental retardation from May 1 to August 31. Last year seven youths participated as college students or entering students pursuing related majors.
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Limestone County approves Shugart bid for line adjustments
Limestone County commissioners awarded a $4 664.40 contract to C B Shugart Groesbeck for water and sewer line adjustments along State Highway 14 at Thornton Ivan Thorne Mexia also bid unanimously approving the Shugart selection County Engineer Joe Haney may hire Alan Holmes and Robbie Robbins with monthly salaries of 215 00 both to work in road and bridge Departments Purchases include a 78 inch culvert at three cents per pound The court also sent 100 to the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas for 1968 dues The Coolidge Independent School trustee election canvass was unanimous with Weldon Hughes 24 votes Billy George DeMoney 117 votes Billy Compton McReynolds 137 votes Dr James Short 41 votes Floyd Lowry 1 vote Jy Prande Will Hughes received 12 DeMoney 15 McReynolds 1 Short 20 votes Attendees: Commissioners Elijah Black Boyd Tillman D B Long Lester Beene
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Voting locations set for Mexia Democratic Primary
In Mexia two voting boxes will determine precincts for Saturday's primary. East of Railroad Street voters use the National Guard armory Precinct 1 chaired by John L Bates. west of Railroad Street vote at Dunbar school Precinct 2B chaired by Levi Thompson. Polls open 8 am to 7 pm. Residents must be six months in Limestone County and hold a 1968 voter registration certificate. Precinct conventions meet at 2 pm to elect officers and delegates for the county Democratic convention in Groesbeck on May 11.
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Supreme Court Candidates and State Races Noted Across Slate
A garbled bulletin lists Supreme Court candidates and state officials with several unopposed names. Eisenhower is referenced with attorney general speculation, while other figures like Crawford Martin and Jim Langdon are mentioned for various offices.
Mexia Rotarians Attend District 587 Conference in San Antonio
A Mexia delegation led by President Jack Forrest and including L. D. Lang Herman Focke Jim Ramsey Dr Bill Pittman Paul Page Malcolm Laurdale and A B McBay attended the Rotary District Conference 587 in San Antonio over the weekend and also visited HemisFair. They heard speeches by Rotary Fellows from abroad and the United States.
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Hirohito Observes 67th Birthday With Ninth Biology Book
Tokyo AP reports Emperor Hirohito, aged 67, celebrated by publishing his ninth book on biology, reflecting his lifelong hobby and interest in natural science.
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Dollar Days Sale Set for Mexia Three Day Event
A major Dollar Days sale runs Thursday to Saturday in Mexia with the Trade Development Committee of the Chamber of Commerce sponsoring. The Mexia Daily News features ads from Hubert 1 Harrison Furniture Henrietta's Tots To Teens Casual Fashions Flatt Stationer Kendrick and Horn Drug Co Western Auto Good year Service Mexia Building Supply J C Penney Sinclair's Duke and Ayres and more merchants offering quality merchandise at economical prices.
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Methodists Debate Tobacco and Alcohol Rules for Ministers
Dallas AP report on the United Methodist Church conference weighing a revision to remove tobacco and alcohol references from ministerial requirements. Debate centers on moral standards and whether clergy should be held to broader conduct rules beyond prohibitions on smoking and drinking.
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American Party Plans Mexia Precinct Meeting
Members of the American Party backing George Wallace will hold a Mexia precinct convention Saturday at 10 am in the home of Mr and Mrs Lynn Morris 720 West Hopkins Street. Registered Mexia Precinct 2 voters are urged to attend and bring 1968 voter registration certificates. The aim is to place Wallace on the November ballot.
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Election Party Slated In Mexia Saturday Night
Mexia Daily News announces an election party at its office Saturday night after polls close at 7 p.m. A blackboard will display candidate names for the election.
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