Medfly Threat to U S Fruit Industry Prompt Action
Ilgore's Capitol Comments warns that the Mediterranean fruit fly known as Medfly poses a serious risk to Texas citrus and the US vegetable sector. The piece urges strengthened US Mexico joint efforts, cites past success against animal disease, and notes South Texas as a key stake. Visitors to the office include Vernon Bourdette, Jack Key, Dean Porter, and Mr. and Mrs. Herb Stokely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. S
Mexico
Vernon Bourdette
Jack Key
Laredo
Fort Worth
Dean Porter
Herb Stokely
Brownsville
Cooperative Effort Tackles Medfly Spread in the Americas
U.S. Agricultural Research Service officials report ongoing cooperation with Central American and Mexican authorities to control the Medfly spread. A meeting between U S and Mexican technologists is planned in Washington or Mexico City to evaluate the problem and advise governments. The program includes trapping and regulatory efforts in Mexico to detect infestations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central America
South Texas
Latin America
Nicaragua
Honduras
Agricular Research Service
U.spartment of Agriculture
Costa Rica
U. S
Mexico
Washington
Mex- 2
Dust washing keeps CPL lines humming in windy coastal weather
Central Power and Light crews work overtime washing substations and transmission lines to counter dust deposits from salt laden Gulf winds. Insulators collect dust that can arc electricity and cause service interruptions, so the company maintains a regular washing program with distilled water and tank trucks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Power and Light Company
CPL
Stuart Adkins
Gulf
Lower Valley
Mmaneger
Overhanging Tree Liability and Neighbor Trimming Rights
A Texas Bar news feature explains branches overhanging a neighbor’s property may be cut by the boundary owner but not beyond it without trespass risk. The tree owner must remove dangerous limbs when aware of risk. if a decayed tree falls and injures or damages, the owner may be liable. The piece cautions readers to consult an attorney for specific facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joyce Kilmer
State Bar of Texas
Port Isabel Proclaims National Highway Week 1943
The city of Port Isabel designates May 26 to June 1 as Highway Week urging citizens to recognize Texas highway needs amid growth and economic expansion. Mayor J. A. Hockaday urges support for highway improvement and safety nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas Highway Department
Port Isabel
Texas
J. J. A. Hockaday
J. A. Hockaday
Valley Interests Favor Laredo Eagle Pass Road
Brownsville Chamber of Commerce backs a river route between Laredo and Eagle Pass to shorten trips for West Coast tourists. Cameron County Commissioners already favor the route. Highway officials are urged to turn the existing road into an all weather highway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brownsville
Texas Highway Commission
Roberto Benavides
Webb County
Dan McDuff
Maverick County
Cameron County Commissioners Court
Laredo - Eagle Pass
Mitchell
Highway Department
California
Mexico
Bankers to Name Officers at Mercedes Banquet
The Valley Bankers Association will name new officers for the coming year at their Mercedes banquet. The article lists past affiliations including the International Banking School at Moscow State University in 1982 and roles with the Association of Reserve City Bankers and the National Planning Association. Also notes quotes from Gordon Cooper and a Lambertville record.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newcomen Society
International Banking School
Moscow State University
Moscow
Ussr
Association of Reserve City Bankers
State Agricultural and Industrial Development Board of Georgia
National Council
National Planning Association
Alpha Tau Omega
Capital City Club
Piedmont Driving Club
Atlanta
National Press Club
Washington
Texas Cotton Crop Brings 809 Million in 1962 Decline
Texas cotton producers earned 809 million dollars for the 1962 crop, down slightly from 1961 totals as lint and seed prices fell. The crop was the second largest since 1949, with 4.726 million bales from 6.5 million acres at 348 pounds per acre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Texas
College Station
Fred €. Flint
Extension
Bureau of Census
High Plains
California
Arizona
Elliott
Tate
Mrs E Adams Delivers Folk Music History At DAR Meeting
Mrs E J Adams of Sinton presented a program on American folk music to the DuBois Hite Chapter of the DAR at Landrum's in Brownsville during a May luncheon. She traced folk music from Colonial times through wars and expansion, highlighting the Negro influence and the spiritual. Officers for the coming year were installed, and CAR interest was noted with a prospective chapter sponsorship and senior president appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. J. Adams
Sinnito
DuBois-Hite
Boanaabs
Landrum’s
Brownsville
Adams
Robert W. Lynch
C. L. Burns
Elna Jaquis
Maizie Robinson
M. E. Palmer
W. R. Simpson
Rio Grande Valley
DAR
CAR
John H. Hunter
W. E. Pilitt
Mobil Guide reviews 15000 hotels and eateries nationwide
Port Isabel notes the Mobil Guide lists over 15 000 hotels motels and restaurants rated by trained reviewers and national consultants. It includes exact locations phone numbers prices hours and facilities with a Michelin style five star scale and a value check mark for inexpensive options. The guide, which accepts no advertising, costs 1 50 per volume and is sold in bookstores and Mobil service stations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michelin of
France
Mobil Guide
Mobil
Texarkana Sosial Hostesses Featured In event
Jr Winnie Malling Smith of Texarkana Ark Mrs Jack Schulze and Mrs John CG With ers Mrs A L Williamson and Mrs Elizabeth Vivier were hostesses for the gathering giving details of arrangements and attendees.
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Raul Martinez
Elvira de la Garza
Jose Antonio Villarreal
Christina Delgadillo
Silvia Reyes
Cecilia Cantu
Margarita Barrera
Baldemar Torres, Jr
Ilgore
Capitol
Cent America
Florida
Rep
Joe M. Kilgo
Agriculture Department
Cp&l
Lis
Eddie Jeremiah
Dartmouth
Jack
Riley
Army
Enid Ansley
Bulova
Bella-Clarita
Chihuahua
Fort Lee, N. d
Valley
Eagle Pass
Union
Gorden Cooper
Lambertville
N.1
Port Isabfl Press
Mrs. E. Adams
Padre Island
Good Gulf Oils & Gas
GMC
Port Isabel, Texas
Marknete
Alfred Hitchcock
THE
Pat Boone
Barbara Fden
den Russ Pharmacy
Rexall
Bobbitt Gulf Service
DIAL
Breedlove Insurance Agcy
Japanc Enamel
Musina
Pho
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