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Newspaper
Port Isabel Press
Location
Port Isabel, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1968
Page
2
An editorial criticizes Cameron County leadership led by Judge Oscar C. Dancy for absence of decisive governance. It urges change, more efficient use of tax dollars, and less reliance on excessive personnel while urging the Taxpayers League to push reforms without fear of political reprisals.
The piece assesses a worldwide shift led by young people challenging norms after WWI era upheavals. It questions violence versus peaceful change, laments police missteps, and calls for leadership from figures like King and Kennedy to steer protests toward dialogue and constructive reform.
A witty quip notes the shift in affection when a husband uses the casual Hey instead of Honey. The remark plays on evolving language in marriage and domestic affection.
Bahnman brands county tax as one of the most inequitable on the books. He cites cattle valuations from $1 to $60 per head between counties. After resolutions, a spectator asked what can be done now since the commission has set the tax and revising is studied. Election details reveal candidates and write-in options for November. Precincts elect officers and assign roles as temporary leadership forms. The group plans to study tax matters in their precinct and report to the county committee. Bahaman criticizes the court as personal friends but says the group feels they erred overall.
A reflection recalling Mrs. Rose Kennedy’s tribute to Robert and Abraham’s vow as Israel’s history endures. The piece argues Israel’s story offers a guiding principle for the nation’s future loyalty and place in history.
Hurricane Miramar moved through the island area with the southern trailer park among the hardest hit last year. More than 400 plush mobile homes were destroyed, now rebuilt with heavier substantial models secured to the ground as the community reports a return to normal. A motel owner notes the island’s recovery has been long but is progressing well.
Sanders notes that new banks have been installed in the jail and payment will be released by the Office of Economic Planning after an audit. The city urges homeowners to keep drains cleared to prevent blockages, as city crews are not available for drain cleaning.
Summer lawn damage in the valley stems from diseases or insects. White grubs feed on roots, chinch bugs dry the grass. Dig four inches to find grubs. control uses diazinon or similar insecticides with proper watering.
The Woman's Service Club of Los Fresnos held its first meeting of the season at Mrs. Lance Hoop's Bayview home. Officers were elected pro tem and new guests joined as members. Federation secretary Leo Moses announced co-presiding duties for the Fall Institute in Edinburg and the next meeting will be at Mrs. Noel Ryall's home.
Plastic replaces wood in furniture due to wood shortages and rising costs. Glass fiber urethane aluminum and stainless steel plastics and other materials gain use in molded pressed folded and laminated forms. Designers face challenges to develop plastics for their own properties and not merely imitate wood.
Dr. Charles R. Queen calls for a standby staff of volunteers with nursing, technician, or armed forces medical training to support a mobile evacuation hospital modeled after Air Force units. Combat medics are especially wanted. contact numbers DU 3 2761 or MU 60822 for details.
The Cameron County Home Demonstration Agent notes men’s fashions will feature a bodyline fit, new prints, and brighter colors such as lively blues and greens. Expect tulldisplays of collars from Napoleonic to Nehru, collarless styles, and more two-button suits with turtlenecks becoming a staple.
The Laguna Madre Business and Professional Women's Club held its regular meeting September 19 at the Sea Island Resort Motor Hotel. Hostesses were Mrs. Illa Loettcher and Maureen Moore. Attendees included numerous members and visitors, with speakers Mrs. Isadora Kilby of TB association and Mrs. Freda Hale. Kilby spoke on hospital TB eradication goals, while Hale highlighted patient-made items from Hartin gen State Tuberculosis Hospital. A club representative will attend the October 1 saltwater pollution meeting in Brownsville.
A note warns that seat belt buckles can get hot when a car sits closed in sun. It suggests covering buckles with a road map or rag to reduce heat exposure and prevent burns.
A reflective essay contrasts insular national mindsets with the unity found through travel and shared human needs. It cites Dr. Kirsopp Lake’s parable of islands and a connecting mainland soil to illustrate that all regions are part of one broader human life and faith.
A Texas Parks and Wildlife official warns that the exempt hunting license for residents to hunt on their land is not a bargain. Problems arise when landowners with exempt licenses are invited to hunt on other properties, as the license applies only to the land purchased and the holder must wait for expiration to hunt elsewhere.
Mary Claudette Rock daughter of Mr and Mrs Roy Rock celebrated her eighth birthday with a party at her home Sunday. The elephant and donkey pinata entertained guests and prizes were won by Barry Ewing Lucy Delgado and Terry Banda. Refreshments were served and favors handed out to the children.
The 1968 State Fair of Texas runs October 5 through 20 covering 200 acres of attractions. Big Tex will preside as the fair presents Jose Ferrer in Man of La Mancha, Up With People shows on October 14–16, the Cowsills, Royal Canadian Mounted Police displays, six daily Dancing Waters shows, Dallas Symphony Pops on Stage Five, and a lineup including the Mobil Sky Revue, Deep River Fife and Drum Corps, Mark Wilson magic, Cinillusion, a three ring circus, and daily parades.
The readable list shows weekly school meals with items like frankfurter macaroni and cheese, spaghetti with ground beef, turkey with dressing, beef barbecue, and fish sticks. Accompanying sides include vegetables, bread, milk, and dessert options such as ice cream and cobbler.
COLLEGE STATION Texas day night with classes held both nights and all day Saturday. There will be lectures and demonstrations on fitting and showing horses as well as judging stock horses. Classes of western pleasure reining and cutting will be placed and discussed with basic training tips from noted horsemen. Demonstrations on bits and tying young horses and explanations of basic principles involved in equitation will be featured.
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