Flathead Catfish Spawn Reported At Dundee Hatchery
The Texas Fish Commission notes a rare spawning of flathead or Opelousas cats in captivity at Dundee State hatchery under superintendent H. W. Williams. Eggs were laid by a mated pair, with some fry sent to San Marcos and Possum Kingdom hatcheries for study and rearing. The event, aimed at stocking farm ponds to curb sunfish, highlights the catfishs large size and voracious appetite.
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Legislature Passes 69 New Game Laws In Texas Session
The Executive Secretary of the Game and Fish Commission reports 69 new laws, expanding regulatory counties to 67, with many local in nature. One statewide rule allows residents 65 and under 16 to hunt and fish without a license, while other measures tighten penalties for electric sharking devices and set seasons and bag limits for game management areas.
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Austin
Pine Trees as Crop Highlighted by Texas District Farmer
Alf Fullingim of Silsbee advocates pine cultivation as an economical crop and outlines five years of cutting versus pasture gains. He plans thinning 100 acres in August to improve growth, with his 255 acre woodland and pasture near Silsbee. Dr Norman Duren of Beaumont promotes Coastal Bermuda grass and notes fertilizer use. his farm lies ten miles NW of Silsbee. Joe Fondren of Saratoga reports crimson clover and Bermuda grazing benefits on land six miles north of Saratoga.
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Legionnaires Announce 37th State Meet in San Antonio
The American Legion with 4048 members from 787 posts in Texas hosts its 37th annual state convention July 21 to 24 in San Antonio. State Commander E L Stone wall Jackson lists speakers including Henry Dudley Graves Erskine Earl Rudder and Auxiliary leaders from Beaumont Austin Indianapolis and more.
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Stonewall" Jackson
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Austin
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Beaumont
Jane Rishworth
Shamrock Hotel in Houston Noted for 66 Shades of Green
The Shamrock Hotel in Houston Texas valued at 21 million dollars is described as containing 66 shades of green highlighting its distinctive design theme and décor.
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