Editor urges Texas voters to back Amendment 4 on sewage funding
The letter argues Amendment 4 will cut local outlays for sewage treatment from 76 percent to 20 percent, unlock 200 million dollars in federal funds, and enable 100 million dollars in state loans. It counters claims tying the measure to the Texas Water Plan and stresses health, environmental, and tax benefits.
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Texas Water Plan
Savings Bond Sales Reach 265 569 in Cameron County
Cameron County reports 265 569 in savings bond sales for the first quarter of 1971. March purchases totaled 9 831. Texas first quarter sales reached 51 858 807. March 1971 sales rose 19.9 percent from 1970. National March sales hit 513 million, highest since 1963, with first quarter at 1.374 billion.
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United States Savings
Cameron County
J.B. Brady
County Savings Bonds Committee
Texas
Boaters urged to ease into spring launches after winter storage
Mercury outboard cautions that spring voyages can reveal hidden stored material problems in boats. Lubricants stiffen, steering and electrical issues may appear, and deck hardware can loosen after idle months. Start with short, cautious runs near home dock to avoid afloat trouble.
Fish Need No Sunglasses Why Light Affects Fishing
Mercury outboards researchers show sunlight penetration influences fish behavior. Early year shade areas in shallow water attract fish. as water warms they dive deeper where light is diffused, with wind breaking sun glare. Cloudy windy days yield good shallow-water fishing. bass often hide in deep holes at peak heat.
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Mercury Fishing Department
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