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Newspaper

Wellington Leader

Location

Wellington, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 30, 1968

Page

3

Area Development Calls for Large Local Jobs

Harry Frye of Shamrock urged broad area development at a Wellington Resource Conservation and Development meeting. He highlighted water projects, rural water systems, local processing of farm products, and untapped tourism potential along two national highways to spur local employment and retain youth.

Harry Frye Shamrock Wellington Frye Red River Water Authority Collingsworth-Wheeler Sumnerwood Lakeview

Who Reads Newspaper Ads

Research agencies over a quarter century reveal a broad spectrum of readers. The article notes readers tend to be intelligent, literate, and financially capable, spanning men women teens professionals and wary shoppers all seeking goods, services, or opportunities in everyday life.

Texas June 1 runoff shapes pivotal 196? Legislature race

Austin buzzes as June 1 runoff narrows key legislative clashes amid a June 4 special session and June 11 party conventions. Major contests pit Lt. Gov. Preston Smith against Dan Yarborough while lame duck dynamics could alter votes. Gov. Connally eyes liquor bills in a likely June 4 session.

Austin Preston Smith Houston Dan Yarborough Smith Texas Municipal League el Paso Gov. Connally Connally Texas

Texas Aims at Liquor by the Drink in Local Option Plan

The article outlines a proposed liquor bill to let localities permit sale in single drink bottles, easing mixed drink preparation for taxpayers. It also covers state party conventions, potential favorite son selections, a GOP tilt toward Tower, Nixon, Reagan, and Rockefeller talks, plus Attorney General Martin's plan to curb pornography and broaden enforcement powers.

Dallas Gat. Connally Connally Texas Chicago Hubert Humphrey Corpus Christi John Tower GOP Peter O'Donnell New Orleans Ronald Reagan Nelson Rockefeller O’ponnell Senator Tower Richard Nixon

Wellington Visit Calendar of Events and Memorial Day

June calendar items list events for Wellington and surrounding area. Notes state bank offers 4 percent on savings plus vacation loan options. Local staff highlighted as dedicated to Collingsworth County. Memorial Day observances referenced.

Wellington

Blood drive schedule and group listings in community notice

Community notice lists Red Cross Blood Mobile in a VBS event with First Christian and Fundamental Baptist churches aiding. Farm Bureau Directors, American Legion, Norwood Young Matrons, Roping, and VFW Arena appear among groups tied to the drive and related activities.

RED Cross Bloodmobile First Christian Fundamental Baptist Farm Bureau American Legion Young Matrons VFW Arena First Methodist Dodson Legion Aux Rotary

Community Groups Host Spring Events and Luncheon

Multiple local organizations including VFW Youth Rodeo VBS First Christian Church and Kiwanis Scout Troop 32 join plans for a WSCS Luncheon honoring Freedom of the Press Day. Community calendars list gatherings around this theme with activities for families and youth.

Scout WSCS Freedom of Press

Dear Editor Letter on Welfare Policy and Animal Treatment

A reader criticizes current welfare spending arguing funds go to a dog’s care while a family in need suffers. The letter suggests reform and notes personal grievances with public welfare and its recipients, urging accountability and policy change.

Ie Tahe Moe USA Hessaden Poannes

Texas Water Board grants aid to regional facilities

The Texas Water Quality Board approved a 300000 grant for the Alamo Area Council of Governments in the San Antonio River Basin and 95650 to the Coastal Bend Regional Planning Commission for the Corpus Christi region. An additional 1061850 remains planned pending applications from Houston Galveston Area Council Brazos River Authority and others.

Texas Water Quality Board Alamo Area

Trinity Methodist Board Catholic Summr School

State bank offers five percent interest on time certificates of deposit as part of a savings incentive. The notice outlines the bank’s rate and eligibility, inviting local residents to invest.

Trinity Methodist Board Catholic Summr School Wellington

Wellington Pre-School Registration and Summer Programs

Community listings show Wellington hosting registration for preschool, Vacation Bible Schools by First Christian Ministerial Alliance, Eastern Star installation, Scout Troop 31 activities with 4-H Horse Club, and Catholic Summer School offerings. Local families encouraged to enroll now.

Wellington Fundamental Baptist First Christian Ministerial Alliance Eastern Star Installat Mision Baulista Vacation Bible School

Community Summer Programs Open For Youth

Local faith and civic groups announce summer activity signups. Dodson American Legion Assy God Youth Camp Rotary 4H Roundup and Catholic and First Christian preschools and pre school classes offer programs at Coll Sta and surrounding areas for children and teens.

Fundamental Baptist Dodson Amer Legion Assy God Youth Rotary VFW

Community church events listed for upcoming months

Local notices show First Methodist and Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church hosting confirmations and first communions. Commissioners Court and Chamber of Commerce outline schedules with school boards Dodson Sumnerwood Wellington and church calendar items for Vacation Bible School at various congregations.

First Methodist Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church Commissioners’ Court Chamber of Commerce Dodson Sumnerwood Wellington First Baptist Vacation Bible School Church of Christ Vacation Bible School CAP

Community Groups Join Local Civic Meeting Pack

Readable fragments show many organizations including First Baptist Church Salt Fork Church of Christ and Quail School Board members Dodson Masons Faith Epist Rev and VAS Farmers Union First Methodist Vaca City Council and Scout Troop 3 plus 4H Horse Club gathered for a civic session.

First Baptist Church of Christ Salt Fork SCD Quail School Board Arena B&pw Dodson Masons Vas Farmers Union Methodist Vacation Bible School

Community groups list church and civic activities

Local groups including Norwood Lions Wesleyan Guild VBS at Church of Christ First Baptist FLAG DAY and Kiwanis organize faith based events. Mens Fellowship and HDC Faith Baptist Revival join Vacation Bible School programs across the area.

First Baptist Church of Christ Norwood Lions Wesleyan Guild Faith Fundamental Baptist Men’s Fellowship Kiwanis Abra Faith Baptist Revival & Vacation Bible School

Roundup of Church and College Station Youth Groups

A listing notes activities involving First Christian and Trinity Methodist men and women guilds, Church Jaycees, 4 H Roundup, and College Station Catholic Summer School. The items reflect community programs and youth outreach across local churches and Catholic summer activities.

Trinity Methodist Men, Guild Church Jaycees College Station

Nazarene Board Oversees Fellowship and 4H Faith Events

The Nazarene board organizes a first Christian fellowship and Dodson 4H activities including Rev. led VBS sessions. Community groups plan combined efforts for faith outreach and youth education during the season.

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