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Newspaper
Wilson County News
Location
Floresville, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1990
Page
2
In a Letters to the Editor by Robert Fleming of Floresville, the writer criticizes the Supreme Court for prioritizing rights over responsibility, arguing public flag burning offends veterans and moral norms. He cites the pledge and public displays, asking if the country is literally on fire.
The Supreme Court rules flag burning a legal form of protest by a 5 4 vote, striking down a federal ban. Democrats oppose new restrictions while Republicans push a constitutional amendment, signaling a heated election season with potential political fallout.
A reader argues that adults should choose what to listen to without court interference and condemns local intimidation of record stores over 2 Live Crew. The letter references a judge ruling and compares to performers like Cher and Madonna, questioning censorship in the United States.
Tommy Riggs marked his 80th birthday with a large barbecue dinner attended by 44 guests. Family members included his wife Lula, children Jack and Nonie Riggs of San Antonio and Mary Lou Taber and Earl Taber of Adkins, plus fourteen grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren, and ten siblings-in-law. A cake featuring a cow was served and he received a card from President and Mrs. Bush. Riggs is a retired employee of the Southern Pacific Railroad.
Vacation Bible School runs June 25 through 29 at Northview Baptist Church Floresville on the county road behind Wal-Mart. Sessions from 6 30 p m to 8 30 p m each evening offer Bible classes for ages 3 to 19 with crafts refreshments and fun for all attendees.
The USDA reports per capita cheese consumption reached 25 pounds in 1988, up from 7.5 pounds in 1954, with the United States showing the strongest growth. Cheddar remains the preferred cheese.
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