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Newspaper
Wellington Leader
Location
Wellington, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1963
Page
1
Safety experts urge a full safety review after a faulty answers quiz on boating rules. Key points: port boat yields to starboard, overtaking details, diver down flag meaning, engine shutdown, navigation lighting between sunset and sunrise, and sailboat right of way guidance.
The 7th National Guard of the 4th Aviation Division completes a two week duty period and begins its journey home from Fort Hood. General Wright lauds the unit as hardened veterans and notes ongoing training benefits. Gov. Connallie and Attg. review troops at the Governor's Salute event.
A group of Texas legislators witnessed the front line drill as recruits performed their first training year. Representative Emmett Jaick commented that the unit moved with proficiency, as if experienced, despite being new. The event showcased the new training phase for the fourth unit under the division.
Public notice outlines a proposed amendment to Section 49 Article I of the Texas Constitution, presented after the November 9, 1963 election. It details creation of a Veterans Land Board, appointment terms, and financing via Veterans Land bonds to support Veterans' housing while outlining governance and authorization procedures.
The document outlines proposed constitutional changes on the Texas ballot to authorize a revised Veterans Land Fund. It details funding through bonds, sale proceeds, interest, and penalties, plus use of funds to purchase land for veterans and related administrative rules. It sets a 1963 election date and requires governor proclamation if approved.
Quit claim deeds transfer Wellington properties in Austin ONeill spouses to Frank Goforth Lot 20 block 11 Wellington and others. Fain to Pain division training at Fort Polk highlighted by Army ROAD plan realigning the 49th Armored Division with increased firepower. Maj. Gen West lauded the camp as highly successful with safe training and strong unit performance. Bernice Walch and Charlie Welch spent several days vacationing in Taos Tavton NM.
Texas DPS director Col Homer Garrison Jr cautioned motorists against overreaching the higher speed limits set to take effect August 24. He urged drivers to use judgment under varying road conditions, noting night limits and rural enforcement, and warned that speeding over limits remains illegal. He cited safety studies showing higher night speeds raise accident risks and cautioned that traffic deaths are already ahead of the year’s pace.
A Texas constitutional amendment proposal seeks to repeal poll tax payment as a voting requirement and to empower the Legislature to establish voter registration. The plan, labeled Amendment One, outlines sections on qualifications and the regulation of elections with a December 1, 1963 effective date and a November election for voter approval.
A county official warns that if current trends continue the year 1968 could set a new all time high for traffic fatalities. The report notes visitors in Pekin Wisconsin including Mr. and Mrs. Bob Bush and children Billy and Beverly and relatives of Mrs. White. Mrs. Audry Erwin of Long Beach California attended the Primitive Baptist Association in the area and is linked to a Quail Pace family.
Ernest Porch son of Mr and Mrs Ernest Harwell departed Sunday for Dallas to enroll in a business school confirming his move into higher education and an early career path.
A proposed constitutional amendment in 1943 would authorize Jefferson County subdivisions to create retirement disability and death compensation funds for all appointive officers and employees. The measure outlines funding by local subdivision contributions, eligibility, and ballot procedures, requiring majority support of qualified voters to authorize the county retirement, pension, and death compensation system.
The document outlines a constitutional amendment to authorize creation of a Retirement, Death Compensation Fund for all appointive officials in Jefferson County Texas. It proposes that funds be reserved by law and restricts pension eligibility for recipients in the fund from other state aid. The amendment, voted at the November 1982 general election, includes details on payrolls, taxation, and publication requirements.
Text describes a joint resolution proposing a constitutional amendment to expand state funds for welfare and aid payments to aged, disabled, and needy individuals in Texas. It outlines eligibility, residency, and funding provisions, including accepting federal funds and limits on annual totals, with wording for the governor to issue a proclamation for a November ballot.
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