Tax Credit Suspensions Alter FarmIncome Rules
Texas A M University extension specialist James I Mallett outlines two major suspensions affecting farmers and self employed individuals The 7 percent investment tax credit on machinery and some real property is suspended for investments over 20000 from Oct 10 1966 to Dec 31 1967 The rapid depreciation rate on buildings 50000 or more is suspended except for pre Oct 10 1966 constructions and certain contracts The carryover period for unused investment credit extends to seven years and self employment tax changes include higher wage and self employment earnings caps and adjusted self employment tax and farm gas tax credit filing requirements.
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Ist
Texas A&m University
A&m
Mallett
Malett
Committee Set Up to Preserve Historic Sites
County Judge-elect Zook Thomas announced the Collingsworth County Historical Survey Committee for 1967 68 to oversee the Historical Marking and Preservation RAMPS program. Mrs John S Coleman of Wellington chairs with members Mrs Chester Fires John Forbis Mrs Roy Horn Mrs J Frank Johnson Mrs Clyde Drake and Mrs L E Ward. The RAMPS work ties to the Texas State Historical Survey Committee and aims to develop the county history as a tourist draw while preserving it for future generations. A January meeting will finalize the program of work and plans for the term January 14 21 is Sea and Save Texas History Week. The effort seeks to boost tourism and local economy through historical preservation.
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Zook Thomas
Collingsworth County Historical Survey Committee
Texas
John S. Coleman
Wellington
Chester Fires
John Forbis
Roy Horn
J. Frank Johnson
Clyde Drake
L. E. Ward
Texas State Historical Survey Committee
Thomas
Commissioners’ Court
John Connally
Newfoundland Yale Fishing for the Church custom described
Citizens of Newfoundland demonstrate Christmas ethics by fishing for the church. Parishioners haul large catches to the church where fish are sold to raise funds for firewood for the curate. Strong local tradition tied to parish life and charitable effort.
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Newfoundland
Cattle Outlook Continues Good for 1966 67
Texas A and M University economist John G. McHaney projects cattle prices to stay favorable through 1966 and 1967, with strong economy and good range conditions supporting higher beef prices. He notes feeder prices near current levels despite rising feed costs, fed cattle prices likely steady through fall, and large marketings but slower growth than 1966.
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College Station
Texas
Texas A & M University
John G. McHaney
McHaney
Christmas tree safety near home exits urged
Officials advise placing Christmas trees away from exits to reduce fire risk and ensure safe evacuation routes. The guidance emphasizes keeping trees away from heat sources and keeping passageways clear for quick egress during emergencies.
Wellington High Honor Roll for Six Weeks
Forty seven Wellington high school students earned honors for the second six weeks. Principal E W Clement announced lists by class with A and B rolls across Seniors Juniors Sophomores and Freshmen naming numerous students including Dwayne Ford Jimmy Campbell Nancy Sikes David Groves Vikki Saunders Brenda Bobo Barry Johnson Brenda King Joye Hudspeth Jane Thompson Mary Lou Holton Cindy Saied and Susan Oney.
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Wellington High School
E. W. Clement
Dwayne Ford
Jimmy Campbell
Henry Wells
Drew Killough
Alcie Estes
Linda Wolf
Doyle Stewart
Mike Smith
Jan Smith
Mitzie Hartman
Regina Ferguson
Lewis Watkins
Gary Martin
Nancy Sikes
David Groves
Vikki Saunders
Brenda Bobo
Alfred Allred
Johnny Harris
Susan Coffee
George Kopp
Kathi Riker
Harry Patterson
Rhonda Kersten
Marvin Roland
Billy McKinney
Harold Jones
Sammy Micks
Barry Johnson
Brenda King
Patricia Young
Joye Hudspeth
Jennifer Leeper
Jane Thompson
Vickie Sherman
Jerry Wooldridge
Carol Burba
Tony Hurst
Herman Moore
Mary Lou Holton
Andy Lowe
Cindy Saied
Susan Oney
Gary Gulley
Billy McAlister
Truitt Holton
Lillian McKinney
Limit on keeping Christmas trees in home advised
Two weeks is the advised limit to keep a Christmas tree indoors. After this period the tree becomes dry and poses a fire hazard.
Coleman Home from Hospital After Surgery
Joe Alex Coleman county road administrator returned home Sunday December 11 eight days after lung surgery in an Amarillo hospital. Mrs Coleman says he is feeling well and up, traveling by car with plans to stay through the week before returning to Amarillo for cobalt treatments.
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Joe Alex Coleman
Amarillo
Christmas in Liberia Palm Tree Tradition
Liberians celebrate Christmas by using an oil palm as a tree, decorating it with red balls palm leaves and ferns. The practice swaps the usual fir for a local plant reflecting regional customs during the holiday season.
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WHS
Wellington High School Chorus
James Larson
Glenn Barber
Jimmy
BTAFF
Virginia Robby
James I. Mallett
TRS
Internal Revenue Service
Comedy Corner
The
YALE
Ninth St
John Sherman
Coleman
Liberia
Ritz Theatre
Maria Delon
Rosemary Bishop «Forsyth
Senamangy
Universal Picture 9
Cer
Lia
Pal
Crisco
Long Island
Maryland Club
Miracle
del Monte
Pearl
California
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