Governor Smith vows full scale audit of Texas auto insurance hikes
Gov. Preston Smith announces a broad probe into private passenger auto insurance rate increases in Texas. He will convene a meeting of state insurance firm presidents in Austin and consider a lay citizen panel to study rates, while lawmaker committees may review reforms for the next legislative session. He stresses controlled rates aimed at fair returns and cautions against targeting insurers without broader policy goals.
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Preston Smith
Texas
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Senate
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Cotton Council to Launch Advertising Campaign for Linen Supply
The Cotton Producers Institute plans a fall advertising push to boost use of cotton in linen supply services. CPI data shows linen services use about 400 000 bales of cotton annually for rentals and uniforms. The effort targets hotel, hospital, college, and beauty industries, aligns with the Linen Supply Association, and is funded by the Cotton Research and Promotion Act.
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South Texas
Trustees of the Cotton Producers Institute
CPI
Linen Supply Association of America
Miami Beach
Cotton Research and Promotion Act
Texas
W. W. Hart
Linton
Lawrence J. Petersen
Danevang
John A. Abbott
Harlingen
Grain ships queue at Brownsville port to ship sorghum milo
Port of Brownsville handles near 400000 bushels daily with Thursday unloads over 430000. Elevators near 4 million tons stored since June 28 as grain bound for India aboard Jagdershan on maiden voyage. Valley harvest 16 to 18 million bushels. Mexico imports drought tied. Capacity to double with 12 new silos by Sept 1.
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Ken Wooten
Brownsville Navijon
Rio Grande Valley
Harry Faulk
Valley Grain and Elevator
Marine Electric
Jagdershan
India
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Faulk
Harlingen
Port Brownsville
Mexico
D. Gerontas
Ohio Sun
Ceanturus
Overseas Progress
U. S
Two Texas Trees Named Nation’s Largest Champions
The Texas Registry of Champion Big Trees lists two new National Champion trees: an Anaqua in Refugio behind Our Lady of Refuge Church on Roca Street and a Texas Madrone. The Anaqua measures 151 inches in circumference at 4 feet above ground, 304 feet tall, with a crown spread of 50 feet.
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American Forestry Association
Refugio
Our Lady of Refuge Church
Roca Street
County Court Hears Public Complaints On Food Lines
County residents testifying at a session described long food line waits with no shade restrooms chairs or drinking water. Father Roberto Pena urged reforms and suggested drawing up requirements and procedures for surplus food distribution. Judge Hunt urged Pena to present concerns during the August budget hearing and emphasized taxpayer input. The session also saw W S Hill appointed to Drainage District No 1 to fill the seat vacated by W S Nakayama who moved to Argentina.
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San Benito
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W. S. Nakayama
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Community notices and celebrations in Los Fresnos
A compilation of church meeting times birthdays weddings anniversaries and family news from Los Fresnos including Bapt istist Union Moses Whitlock Post 632 and Methodist W S C schedules. It notes birthdays for Antonia Silva Michelle Hollon and others as well as wedding invitations and anniversary acknowledgments.
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Lana Jean Macomb
Los Fresnos
Sam Kennedy
San Benito
First Baptist
Richard Laakse
Road Tour Highlights Western Scenic Wonders
A travel feature recounts a trip through New Mexico Colorado Nevada and Arizona visiting the Grand Canyon Painted Desert Petrified Forest and other sights. The tour includes a stay in the famed city of Las Vegas and notes the scenic allure of the region.
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Colorado
Nevada
Arizona
Grand Canyon
Painted Desert
Petrified Forest
Las Vegas
July Holidays and Freedom Movements Shown in Notes
The article outlines July as a major celebration month with notes on Bastille Day and Dominion Day plus Philippine Independence. It recalls Puerto Rico Constitution Day in 1952 and mentions Lloyd M. Bentsen Jr. speaking in Spanish. It also cites the original 13 states area growing to 50 states total.
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U. S
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Leopold
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Horoscope: Olga’s weekly guidance spans signs and dilemmas
Olga July 17 23 forecasts urge Aries Taurus Gemini Cancer Leo Virgo Libra Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius Pisces to navigate inner doubts, values, and social dynamics. Advice ranges from resisting risky ventures to embracing restraint and wit, with a mix of warnings and supportive notes.
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Gem
Olga
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Old Pal
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Water area and age structure of the United States
United States water area totals 3 615 123 square miles. Population under 28 years equals half the total, 35 percent are under 18, and 10 percent are 8 or older. Baseball notes on the Washington Senators include up and down results. The de la Garza clan features Jorge stepping away from active play to manage, Mike involved in activities, and Angela excelling as a catcher in girls softball with a home run.
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Washington Senators
de la Garza
Jorge
Mike
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