Governor Connally Recovering In Austin After Shooting
Gov. John Connally remains hospitalized in Austin with critical gunshot wounds after the Kennedy assassination attempt. Officials report possible use of his right arm for future tasks remains uncertain as doctors cast him in a heavy cast and monitor recovery. Lt. Gov. Smith calls the accident a saving moment for Texas and notes the governor's readiness to lead. State studies on water recreation begin hearings across four cities, inviting public testimony on river authority policies and planned uniform action.
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Gas rate referendum stalls five city votes
Five cities refused a 7 percent gas rate hike request. If the Rail road Commission orders increases, the cities face appeals over a projected rise of about 29 cents per monthly minimum. Historical note covers land claims and a Padre Island deed on display in Austin. News center notes Austin as White House news hub during LBJ visits. Water pollution hearing by a congressional subcommittee explored Texas issues.
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Port Isabel community notes and holiday plans
Local column from Port Isabel highlights free school traffic officer training via AAA, driver education in schools, and Rotary Christmas party on Friday the 20th. Santa arrives December 21 at 3:30 PM to hand out bags at the Fireman's Community Hall after visiting Mexiquito town. Also mentions papaya plants, weather, and a phone contact 3-3850.
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First elevated railroad in New York 1866 67
The text notes the first elevated railroad in the world was built in New York during 1866 and 1867. It also references a Printers’ union statement and a state position on an active pollution control program with federal research potential, quoted from Connally.
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Letters To Santa From Port Isabel Readers
A Pages letters section from Port Isabel Press December 12 1963 features children writing to Santa. A boy named Osvaldo Molina requests bicycles and toy phones while a girl named Dolores Marie Green lists various gifts. other lines mention a student named Susan Smith and a classmate Silas with unclear details.
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Time To Inspect Flowers for Nematodes
Time to inspect ornamental plants for Plant Parasitic Nematodes. If growth is stunted or plants decline, nematodes may be the cause. Nematodes are tiny round worms invisible to the naked eye and attack young roots reducing nutrient uptake.
San Francisco Earthquake 1906 Levels City Property
The 1906 San Francisco earthquake and ensuing fire destroyed more than $3,000,000 in property, upending businesses and homes across the devastated area.
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Christmas Wish List From Teresa Garza and Susan Smith
Teresa Garza and Susan Smith send Christmas requests. Teresa asks for an electric drawing set, an electric train for her brother, a transistor radio for her sister, and various toys for her younger brother. Susan requests a full blooded collie puppy, a Vacuum Form, a Barbie Fashion Model House, a red fortune-telling ball, a Chatty Charm, and any other gifts. They note their ages and address Port Isabel Texas and request a reply.
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