Kilgore Sees Congress Pace Slow Through Year
In Washington Kilgore notes Congress will likely adjourn after holidays with major bills pending including regular appropriations and civil rights proposals. He stresses the need for face to face contact with his 15th District constituents and the value of returning home. Red ink on the deficit improves to 6.2 billion, a long way from balance. A clerk’s mix up prompts a humorous erasure request. Visitors from South Texas districts drop by.
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Washington
Congress
House
Ways and Means Committee
A C
15Th
Texas
South Texas
The Mayflower Compact and the U S Constitution Origin
A concise historical look at the Mayflower Compact and the U S Constitution, tracing the social contract idea from early thinkers to foundational American law. The piece notes the 1620 compact and the 1788 Constitution as enduring legal frameworks and ends with a legal advisory disclaimer.
Port Isabel bond election proposed for 1963
Port Isabel voters will decide on August 15 1963 on three bond issues totaling 145000 for wharf and dock streets drainage and sewer extensions. Propositions set bond amounts 100000 33000 and 12000 with terms up to 30 years and interest not to exceed 5.5 percent. Election at City Hall with appointed judges and voting by machine under Texas law.
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Port Isabel
Texas
Board of Commissioners
State of
Tex
J. A. Hockaday
Gertrude Gilliam
Cowart Elected To Another Term By Valley Farm Bureau
Valley Farm Bureau re elected its officers by unanimous consent for the new year. Tom Cowart of San Benito remains president with Bruce Gilbert of Lyford as vice president and William Busch of Pharr as secretary treasurer. Board members include James R. Webb Brownsville Robert Ballenger Combes Earl Barnes Weslaco Bill Boles Jr Weslaco Kenneth McNeil San Perlita and Ramon Leal Raymondville. Special guests Charles Huff and Dick Mitchell reviewed Texas Legislature actions and Valley farm bureau priorities.
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Valley Farm Bureau
Farm Bureau
Tom Cowart
San Benito
Bruce Gilbert
Lyford
William
Bill) Busch
Pharr
Valley Farm Bureau Board of Directors
James R. Webb
Brownsville
Cameron County Farm Bureau
Robert Ballenger
Combes
Earl Barnes
Weslaco
Bill Boles
Kenneth McNeil
San Perlita
Ramon Leal
Raymondville
Willaco County Farm Bureau
Cowart
Cameron County Farm Bureau Board
Busch
Hidalgo County Farm Bureau
Gilbert
Illacy County
Aylin Advertising Adds Jerald Follis as Account Executive
Jerald G Follis is named Account Executive at Aylin Advertising Agency Valley branch in Harlingen. Michael B ONeill cites Follis experience in corporate public relations advertising and promotion, noting the expansion of the Valley office. The Harlingen branch now has four staff, part of Aylin’s Houston based agency with multiple regional offices and strong growth since 1946.
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Michael B. O'Neill
Rio Grande Valley
Aylin Advertising Agency
Harlingen
Jerald
Jerry) G Follis
Follis
Ened
Haringen
South Texas
General Telephone Company of the Southwest
Fredericksburg
Texas
Chamber of Commerce
Aylin
O'Neill
Elaine Tomlinson
Jerry Lee
Valley
Aylin Advertising Agency, Inc
Houston
Dallas
San Antonio
Miami
Atlanta
Beaumont
Early Soil Testing Urged for Fall Planting
College Station Texas early soil sampling is encouraged to avoid fall lab rush. William F Bennett Texas Agricultural Extension Service says samples now come from pastures crops and lawns. Labs report May 829 and June 495 tests with A&M leading. East Texas and Coast Prairie soils need lime now for fall plantings.
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College Station
William F. Bennett
Texas Agricultural Extension Service
A & M College
High Plains Lab
Baylor County
Harris County
Henderson County
Hal County
Bennett
East Texas
Evaporated Milk Promoted for Post Formula Baby Feeding
Medical authorities advise using Carnation Evaporated Milk as a transition after formula. Mix equal parts water, introduce strained foods, and try Banana Pear Whip with evaporated milk for a creamy, digestible option fortified with Vitamin D.
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Carnation Company
Port Isabel City Commission Sets August 2 Hearing
The Port Isabel City Commission will meet at City Hall on August 2 1963 at 7 30 P M for a public hearing on reclassifying certain properties within city limits per a Zoning and Planning Commission proposal on file with the City Secretary. Citizens may present objections or recommendations at the meeting.
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City Commission
Port Isabel
Zoning and Planning Commission
Texas
Gertrude Gilliam
Texas Farm and Ranch Value Surpassed Only by Oil
College Station The value of Texas farm and ranch production runs just under 2.5 billion dollars annually, surpassed in state economics only by oil. Extension economist John McHaney notes agribusiness adds about 3.9 billion to the economy, with processing and distribution employing roughly 20 percent of the labor force. The sector’s future hinges on competitiveness in national and global markets.
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College Station
Texas
John McHaney
McHaney
Busi
Brownsville Attorney Named Associate Justice in New Court
Governor John Connally announced the appointment of T Gilbert Sharpe of Brownsville as Associate Justice of the new 13th Court of Civil Appeals. He is the first Cameron County attorney elevated to a Texas Appellate Court and has served as U S Attorney, Cameron County Bar president, and Brownsville school board trustee. The court covers 21 counties from Colorado to Cameron, serving about one million people. Sharpe and his wife Dorothy celebrate 30 years of marriage. they have three children Tom John and Sharon Ann.
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Cape Cod
United States
United States of America
State Bar of
Texas
T. Gilbert Sharpe
Brownsville
13Th Court of Civil Appeals
John Connally
Howard P. Green
Cuero
Paul W. Nye
Corpus Christi
Sharpe
Cameron County
Supreme Court of Texas
San Antonio
New Jurist
U. S
Cameron County Bar Association
Rio Grande Valley Association of School Trustees
Tom
John
Sharon Ann
University of Texas Law School
Texas Southmost College
University of Texas
Aggie Professor Joins Extension Service Program
L D Wythe a professor in the Department of Animal Husbandry at Texas A M College is appointed a temporary animal husbandman with the Texas Agricultural Extension Service from July 16 to August 31. He will lead adult and 4 H horse education programs and work with Roy Snyder on the statewide 4 H Horse Show planned for August 22-23 at A M College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A&m
Cotton faces growing losses. council seeks price-boost bill
Since December 1960 cotton has lost 1 480 000 bales with losses rising, the National Cotton Council declared urging legislation to restore price competitiveness. Judge Sharpe hailed the Brownsville Rio Grande Valley appointment as a dream come true and an honor to residents.
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National Cotton Council
Iron County
Texas
Brownsville
Rio Grande Valley
Sharpe
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