President Carter visit spurs $1 million hour at Fort Hood
The article notes a $1 million one hour cost during President Jimmy Carter’s Fort Hood display in San Antonio as part of a Texas visit, with 1,660 Army and 120 Air Force personnel present. It covers remarks in Beaumont about inflation, a planned $2 million event cut to $1 million, and broader reflections on government spending alongside a housewife’s letter about meaningful cards.
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Notation for Clean Again in 89 by Erma Bombeck
A short comic verse pokes fun at domestic chores and custody battles with playful acrostics about cleaning roles. It parodies household labels and awards points for chores. The piece notes a dated copyright and playful moral.
Husbands and wives at work raise legal hiring headaches
New York AP: spouses employed by the same firm trigger legal and moral conflicts as companies fear charges of nepotism or discrimination. Professor Eugene Jennings notes dual employment creates rare, unseen consequences, with many firms quietly reining in on spouse hiring to avoid backlash and lawsuits.
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Barbs By Pui Pastoret Retrospective on quirks and changes
An elderly observer reminisces about past pranks and urban trifles like bugging a house and a three-shell game, noting how such antics shifted to hamburger stands. The piece uses playful asides about Mustard on cockout disasters, and reflects on youth versus middle age perceptions.
Split quotes span politics and pop culture in 1970s remarks
A compilation of colorful quotes from figures including Fidel Castro, Rosalynn Carter, Zbigniew Brzezinski, and Muhammad Ali reflects Cold War anxieties, tax fights, price concerns, and media culture. The voices range from stern critique of leadership to personal anecdotes, framing a era of tension and celebrity commentary.
Carter Texas visit falls short of warming public mood
Summary of President Carter's Texas tour last week notes unproductive visits in Fort Worth Houston Beaumont and Fort Hood with large crowds and respectful questions but little sign of progress in easing cool relations with Texans. It recalls 1976 Democratic endorsement for Carter over Bentsen and 1976 election outcomes, and Carter's stance on energy and farm policy aligned with regional views.
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Fort Griffin Fandangle Shines in Albany Tradition
The Fort Griffin Fandangle, an annual summer musical drama tracing Hackleford County history, showcases Albany citizens under the Prairie Theatre stars. Originating with Sam McLaughlin’s sampler shows, the event survived near moves in 1960 when Albany residents funded a home production.
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Albany town event delights families with heritage sites and barbecue
A writer praises Albany residents for civic pride and cooperation at a courthouse lawn barbecue and community show. Visitors enjoy restored historical sites and a darkly starting show, noting the town’s size and hospitality. Footprints 15,000 years old are preserved in Pech Merle cave, southern France, with equally old cave paintings elsewhere.
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ADA warns Carter liberal support could wane by 1980
The American Democratic Action warns Carter may lose liberal backing by 1980 unless he shifts left over the next two years. Delegates discussed press for a draft Kennedy movement while noting George McGovern’s restraint. Republican contenders like George Bush and Howard Baker court donors and sharpen their early campaigns amid a crowded field.
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Thoughtful quotes blend faith and sport in timeless verse
A reflection mixing biblical verse with Grantland Rice praise for athletes. The words honor dead believers and the idea that the true scorer values character and effort over wins. The quotes evoke religion, sportsmanship, and enduring moral measure.
Snyder Daily News publication details and rates
The Snyder Daily News lists publishing details and subscription rates. It notes Sunday morning and evening editions except Saturday, addresses Snyder Texas, and provides carrier and mail pricing for Texas and adjoining counties.
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