State to fund $82 million for Texas state parks plan
Gov. Connally backs an $82 million bond program to acquire and develop state parks, expanding from 60 to 150,960 acres by 1979, with 26 water recreation areas, 84,395 acres of scenic and educational land, and 44 historical sites. A $75 million constitutional amendment would issue bonds over 10 years, repaid by park entry fees.
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Harlingen
Parks Wildlife Department
Dredging Rules Stable as Screwworm and Safety Measures Rise
Dredgers gained closer access three years ago per J R Singleton director of Parks and Wildlife. Dredging has stayed stable over the decade while live oyster harvests rise. Texas may tighten screwworm import rules at the border to keep larvae out. cattle from infected herds could be barred. Oil pits ban approved in 43 counties to protect underground water. DPS predicts 47 traffic deaths over Christmas. Operation Deathwatch runs Dec 22 26 and Dec 30 Jan 2 with 130 extra patrols. Texas 1966 fire losses documented. Oct activity down 5 percent, still 10 percent above Oct 1965. Building permits lead activity, up 20 percent for first 10 months. At least one Texas flag sent to 1966 Vietnam servicemen.
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Texas Animal Health Commission
Rio Grande
Commission
Homer Garrison, Jr
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