Rusk State Hospital Dilemma Highlights Apathy and Funds
The piece reports on Rusk State Hospital's Maximum Security Unit where 347 criminally insane patients share six wards with only five to six day staff per ward. Lack of funds limits staff, therapy time, and overall patient care, prompting calls for higher salaries and better resources.
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Round Town Roundabout debate on Houston move of Maximum Security Unit
Editorial in The Dallas Morning News reflects Texan opinion on moving the Maximum Security Unit from Rusk State Hospital to Houston. Proponents argue costs, security needs, and urban impact, while defenders cite economic effects on Rusk and question projected savings. The piece notes local council debate on whether city offices should be elective or appointed and references a May petition.
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Rusk Chamber Pledges RSH Unit Support
The Rusk Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors met with Rusk Hospital Superintendent Dr. Chas W Castner to discuss conditions and future needs. The chamber pledged support for the State Hospital and launched plans to act on it, with CC president Buddy Hinton presiding.
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Rusk State Hospital Unit Gain Sparks Texas Press Support
Support for expanding and improving the Maximum Security Unit at Rusk State Hospital grows after media coverage by Houston Post and other papers. Local publishers and editors pledge fair, expanded reporting and highlight funding shortfalls while planning a meeting with The Houston Post’s W. P. Hobby Jr. on Thursday.
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Lufkin
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Cherokee County
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The
Houston Post
Cox Named District Director of Men's Work in Palestine
Paul B. Cox of the city is named District Director of Men's Work for the Palestine District of the Texas Methodist Conference. He has chaired church boards, led the Men’s Bible Class, and served as county attorney for twelve years. The note praises his civic activity and longstanding church service.
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Palestine
Methodist Church
Paul B. Cox
Texas Methodist Conference
Jewel McClure
Cox
Masonic Lodge
East Texas
Rusk Lions Club
Lee
Commissioners Hear Jville Delegation Sub-Courthouse Plan
Cherokee County Commissioners told a seven man Jacksonville delegation they would consider a proposal to establish a sub courthouse in Jacksonville at a later date. County Judge J W Chandler said no study date is set and action likely won t occur for at least a year. Delegation members included B H Broiles A A Hall Dave Sanders Jr Art Garrett J A May Earl McGaughey and Chamber of Commerce manager Bob Eitelman. The county would furnish courthouse facilities and space for agency representatives was suggested that tentative arrangements be made to accommodate agencies.
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J. W. Chandler
B. H. Broiles
A. A. Hall
Dave Sanders, Jr
Art Garrett
J. A. May
Earl Mc
J C Williams Ends 44 Year Rusky City Council Tenure
J C Williams retires from the Rusky city council after 44 years of service. He announced he would not seek re election following Mayor E H Whitehead's resignation and his brief mayor pro tem role. The council discussed a petition to appoint new police chief city secretary and city attorney.
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Nate
Rusk And Reklaw Vote Saturday On Merger
Two elections are held Saturday in Rusk and Reklaw to decide whether Reklaw School will merge with the Rusk district. Polls open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at city hall in Rusk and at Reklaw School.
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