Texan expert explains Astrodome turf history in Texas
In Dallas AP report Tarleton State University president Dr W C Trogdon recalls the Astrodome turf saga. He explains why grass and later Astroturf were tried to balance light heat and ball visibility, noting grass survived briefly then failed under heavy use and humidity. The piece also covers IRS action on Twentieth Century Motor Car Corp car Promoted to pay taxes.
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Robert FE. Ford
Associated Press
Stephenville
Pace
Outer Space
America
W.C. Trogdon
Houston
Astrodome
Trogdon
Tarleton State University
Dr. Trogdon
Tarleton
Dallas
Internal Revenue Service
Twentieth Century Motor Car Corp
Seven area students named to Sam Houston Dean’s List
Huntsville Calhoun County students appear among 2 353 SHSU fall Dean’s List honorees. Five Port Lavaca residents make the list: David Harvey Clapp Christine Ellen Hahn Cheryl Yvonne Kveton Susan E Saylor Gary M Ralston. Dell R Weathersby Port O Connor and Kay Elizabeth Jennings Longmott also earned 3 0 GPAs.
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Huntsville
Calhoun County
Sam Houston State University
Port Lavaca
David Harvey Clapp
Christine Ellen Hahn
Cheryl Yvonne Kveton
Susan E. Saylor
Gary M. Ralston
Dell R. Weathersby
Port O'Connor
Easter Seal Campaign Urges Calhoun County Help Now
Frank J. Tupa reports the 1975 Easter Seal Appeal for the Easter Seal Society in Texas is progressing and urges Calhoun County residents to contribute. The campaign funds rehabilitation services for disabled persons, supports 17 treatment facilities, and aids 20 152 people helped last year through therapy, diagnosis, and related programs. Contributions should be sent promptly via First State Bank & Trust to request forms and determine needs. The Spring Appeal runs through Easter Sunday, March.
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Frank J. Tupa
Port Lavaca
Calhoun County
Easter Seal Society For
Easter Seal Society
Texas
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IRS
Hwy
Kay Elizabeth Jennings
Longmott
Esperanza
Victoria
Eob L. Ermeryi
Point Comfort
Marjorie Davis
Port Lavace Fertilizer
Larry Dio
Gardenland Nursery
Buderes
Macolor II
Decorator
Stato Hi
Zenith
Erformance
Greens Appliances
W. Austin
Central Power and Light Company
CPL
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