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Newspaper
Wellington Leader
Location
Wellington, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1968
Page
3
The 11th annual Collingsworth County Free Fair is six weeks away. Organizers urge county residents to share the workload after the death of N. M. Higdon and to fund the event by broader modest donations from local businesses and citizens, aiming for an inclusive community fair.
The Tulia Herald notes a national view that overhead and raw material scarcity are less critical than finding competent tradesmen. Editors argue many workers avoid skilled apprenticeships, preferring higher starting pay elsewhere, paralyzing quality production and smart labor relations.
The Texas Liquor Control Board weighs new rules for private clubs selling spirits while Acting Administrator Humphreys Jr. awaits full study. Earlier rules restricting cash sales and guest cards were struck down by a district court in May, as Humphreys calls the proposals workable but not rigid. The board also approved a temporary chief replacement and a future permanent administrator, noted gifts to Stevenson and rising enforcement activity. Tax law hikes approved to raise 160.2 million for 1969 state operations take effect October 1, with higher sales and corporate taxes. Tourist travel set to hit new highs, aided by increased highway bureau services and record inquiries. Other appointments and grants announced include higher education commissioner pick, park needs committee, regional GOP shifts, and regional planning funds.
Mes. Billy Ray Long spoke at the Wellington Rotary noon meeting on July 16 about The Silent Spring by Rachel Carson. She warned of pesticide dangers, noted postwar chemical growth, urged consultation with county agents, and stressed Farm Safety Week caution.
A political piece by Wick Fowler critiques the tax bill and forecasts November gains as money flows in, addressing Senator and voters with pointed commentary.
Effective Saturday July 27 the Wellington Post Office will close on Saturdays except a one hour morning window from 9 30 to 10 30 delivering to General Delivery patrons and handoffs to boxholders. No financial services will be available while city and rural delivery remain on current timetables. Orson Welles radio program Attack from Mars triggered widespread panic on Oct 30.
In a Crossroads Report letter, D. E. Scott discusses high intellect and power used by police to calm a late June riot in Washington. The piece critiques extremists and praises a firm approach to curb violence through controlled measures.
Mr and Mrs John Nash traveled to Tucson Arizona to attend the funeral of their brother in law Rolan Wiley who died after a long illness Funeral services were held Friday July 12 Wiley was reared at Lakeview Accompanying the Nash couple were Mrs W M Biffle of Hedley and Mrs Johnny Brumley of Groom Rhode Island would fit into Texas 220 times Food rationing in World War I began March 1 1943.
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