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Newspaper
Port Isabel Press
Location
Port Isabel, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1968
Page
2
The piece praises Olympic athletes at Mexico City for good will across nations and races. It notes Mexico’s strong showing yet acknowledges great powers dominated medals, and it jokes about forming committees for peaceful activism while urging pride in Mexican performance and heritage.
A newspaper survey analyzes General LeMay and Governor Agnew alongside Senator Muskie as vice presidential contenders. It weighs health records, military service, civil rights stands, budget views, and party roles for a reader audience facing the November 5 election.
Frank L. McAvinchey, judge of Genesse County Probate Court, asks about reviving Beulah’s former fishing pier. The editor notes some interest but no pile driving has begun and the Kielmann’s Pier option remains open. Two men showed passing interest, details on money and ownership are uncertain.
Ray Murphy editor of the Port Isabel Press spoke at the Los Fresnos Woman's Service Club meeting in Bay view. He urged choosing presidents by issue rather than personality and noted questions from members during a post talk session. Four guests attended and Mrs. John DeHaan was elected a new member.
A progress report on the International Friendship Gardens project was given during the 16th annual institute of the Valley Federation of Women’s Clubs in Brownsville. State chairman Raymondville outlined an $81,000 Brownsville city contribution with federal matching funds toward a $175,000 appropriation, envisioning a $700,000 complex with an auditorium for 1,800, a Western Hemisphere exhibits hall, and a non denominational chapel.
La Feria defeats Los Fresnos 15 8 at Falcon Field as quarterback Ferry Wilson connects for a 25 yard TD to Joe Luis Garcia and Bill Stohler adds a late score. Jesus Galarza racks up 300 rushing yards on 49 attempts for Los Fresnos in a hard fought fall night matchup.
The 41st Fall Board Meeting of Texas Garden Clubs Inc. convenes in Tyler at the Carlton Hotel with the Tyler Council hosting. Activities include preconvention district director meetings and a luncheon with Dr. Walter Kerr, Rosarian speaker, plus tours of Roseland and Hambrick Plantation and a tea at the Tyler Rose Garden.
Veterans widows and others receiving VA benefits are urged to keep and return the Income Questionnaires mailed to them. The form requires total 1968 income and anticipated 1969 income to prevent pension cuts. Service officer Hugh Ramsey offers help with completing the questionnaires.
Cameron County reports 11 influenza cases according to County Health Director Dr John R Copenhaver.
Members from Harlingen Garden Club and neighboring clubs convene with Mrs. A G McCormick Mrs D R Greenise Mrs Philip Watson and Mrs George R Boyle to discuss garden activities and organizational matters at the Rio Grande City Garden Club venue.
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