Perry Elected to CPL Board of Directors
Herbert C. Perry Jr of Carrizo Springs has been named a member of the Central Power and Light board effective November 1. A lawyer and civic leader, he chairs the Texas Highway Commission, leads local and regional organizations, and has served on state traffic safety and economy commissions. He and his wife have two sons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert C. Perry, Jr
Cortizac Springs
Central Power and Light Company
CPL
E. S. Joslin
South Texas
Texas Highway Commission
Carrizo Springs
Trinity University
University of Texas
Methodist Church
Dimmit County Bar Association
Union State Bank of
Carizo Springs
Andice
Concho Valley
Ex-Students Association of the
Perry
Boothe and
John
Visiting Fisherman Builds Thriving Ship Yard in Port Isabel
In 1949 a visiting fisherman settled in Port Isabel and started Marine Mart, expanding into boat repair and hull work. The family business, run by WW Zimmerman and relatives in Laguna Vista, now handles four boats at a time and stocks gear for sailors. They plan further expansion as demand grows in Brownsville Port Isabel and the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marine Mart
Zimmerman
Port Isabel
Gulf
Newberg
Ww Merman
Yacht Hotel
Channel
Brownsville
Bi” Zimmerman
Walter
Bill
Laguna Vista
Wiliam
D'Ann
Michael
Jeffery
Patricia Zimmerman
Linda
Susan M1
Dee Ann
Lori
Yucatan Peninsula
Carmen
Campeche
Coast Guard Operations Highlight Multiple Rescue and Training
Coast Guard activity includes towing the disabled Jenny Ann near Port Isabel and aiding the Captain Rocket after it ran aground near Cayos Arcos. Crews also assisted the Venier TX7244AF with engine failure in the ICW, and a Penny Micheal in distress. Congratulations to Ralph A. West Jr, Donald F. LePrancis, Charles D. Battenfield, and Bobby B. Blaxton on completing Coast Guard courses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Don Jacobs
Coast Guard
Port Mansfield
Pat
Les
Port Isabel
Cape York
R. Leloup Shrimp Co., Inc
Ralph A. West, Jr
Donald F. LePrancis
Charles D. Battenfield
Bobby
Blaxton
Seeman
Groton
Connecticut
Court Blotter Highlights Numerous Traffic and Disturbance Citations
The Corporation Court blotter lists multiple defendants with offenses ranging from disturbing the peace and drunkenness to speeding and running red lights. Notable entries include Lea Gray and Micheal Iba for public disturbances, Benito Longoria and James Jenkins for speeding, and Hector Torres with no operator’s license. Several fines are noted, including $20 for Iba and $23 for Gerald Clark, among others, with numerous cases carrying modest penalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Agapito Ibarra
Francisco Rodrigues
Lea Gray
Mit
Lia Fowler Smith
Emmet Debham
Gerald Clark
Walter Zimmerman
Bill Bennett
Frank Cuba
Micheal Iba
Frank T. Garan
James Jenkins
Joe Ed Cisneros
Hector Torres
Benito Ongoria
Benito Longoria
Leonardo Garcia
Epitanio Valdes
Rex Gamer
A. F. Lavender
Safety tips for fishermen when going out alone
Fishermen are urged to announce plans before leaving, giving destination launch point boat description and contact with dock or resort operators. Parents neighbors and authorities can locate a vessel faster in emergencies. autumn trolling may require higher speeds and careful gear to pursue revived brisk water shows.
Perez Jr. Passes Texas State Board for Barber License
Jose Pascual Perez Jr. earned a Texas State Board barber license after his exam on October 4, 1964 in Austin. A Port Isabel High School junior and Valley Barber College graduate, he plans to work with his father at Port Barber Shop in the Raney Building on Saturdays and holidays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jose Pascual Perez Jr
Sonny
Austin
Texas
Valley Barber College
Hartingen
Sonnis
Port Isabel
Pascual Perez
Port
Raney
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Hazel
Cp&l
Schmidt
Marine Supplies
White Sands Motor Lodge
Marina
South Shore Dr
Pete Hal Greenly
Fisherman's
Mr. and
Mrs
B. C. Veat
Hylton
Laguna Heights
Hwy
Materials & Supplies
Sportsman Aviation Company
Rm Charter & Ambulance Service
Hertz
Cameron County
Johnson Motors
Charlie’s Sporting Goods
Port Isabel, Texas
C. BE. Berry and
Clyde Privett
DIAL
Hal
Drive Inn
Boulevard
Padre Island
French Cleaners
Post Office
CASH
EL Toro Restaurant
Jack
Jack Corley
Bayview Tourist
Jack & Betty Corley
Mgrs
Zim
Coast Guard News
Predand
Jon H. Kittila
Ike Roberts
Thomas
Owens
Hal B. Hayes
Autmn
Jose Perfz, Ir
Nussbaum Sales Co
Manautou
Hos
Pitality
Ines
Merchants Marine State Bank
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