Traffic Deaths Spur Call for Safer Cars and Action
Roger Babson argues highway deaths and injuries rise despite safety tech and rigid inspections. He cites state hearings, auto maker resistance, and calls for federal and state action, warning that inaction risks heavy costs and new controls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Babson Park
Mass
Johnson
Vietnam
Attorney General of
Towa
Des Moines
U. S
Congressional
Cornell
Harvard
Texas Forest Fires and Penalities Highlighted in State Report
An annual Texas briefing notes 3121 forest fires burning 162684 acres. It states incendiarism is a felony with fines from 300 to 1000 dollars and up to five years in the Texas penitentiary. It adds Texas yellow pine lumber is stronger pound for pound than steel.
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Texas
Burleson Plans Vigorous Primary Campaign for Re election
Omar Burleson veteran congressman from the seventeenth district pledges a vigorous campaign for the Democratic primary nomination. He cites nearly 20 years in Congress and leadership roles on key committees as he stresses common sense governance and reflecting constituents views while remaining independent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omar Burleson
Burleson
Congress
U. S
House of Representatives
Patent House Administration
House Foreign Affairs Committee
House
Senate
Jones County
FBI
Navy
Atlantic
Pacific
Burleson defends federal spending and local progress
In a speech to supporters, Burleson defends measured federal expenditures, cites defense needs, flood control, and water supply priorities. He condemns big government and argues federal aid has aided Abilene and other areas, while urging Trust in his record and continued support for his district. Burleson notes his Texas roots and long career.
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Burleson
Congress
Executive Department
Abilene
Washington
17Th
Texas
17Th District
Anson
Stamford
Jones County
Anson High School
Abilene Christian College
Hardin-Simmons University
Cumberland Law School
The
University of Texas
Ruth DeWeese
R. D. DeWeese
West
South
Winters Enterprise Page 4 1966 April 8
Local Northwest Texas town paper notes events of Friday April 8 1966. Brief items from Winters and surrounding area include civic notices, school activities, and community updates.
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Winters
Texas
New GI Bill Takes Effect June 1 for Education Benefits
VA official in Waco says most benefits start immediately but education benefits begin June 1 1966. Applications and forms will be available late April at VA offices and approved schools. Veterans have ample time to choose courses and apply without losing class time or VA payments.
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Jack Cole
Veterans Administration
Waco
Coker
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Bath
Willis Street
W. J. Yates
Tfee
L. L. Merrill
Roach Electric & Furniture
A. D. Lee
Winters Flower Shop
Dial
Briley Nursery
Crews Highway
Winters State Bank
Winters, Texas
Tfc
Western Auto Store
Registry Service
Bahlman Jewelers
Winterson Novice Highway
Bedford Insurance Agency
Circle Drive
Bel Air Street
Gayle Gardner
Albert Meyers
North West St
East Vancil St
Call
J. B. Whitlow
Magnolia
Happy Valley
Taylor County
Bob Northington
Ballinger
Arlington
Ray Shafer
Dale’s
Ford Sales
Russell Seitz
San Angelo
Sudan
Shep
Troy Pillion
Winter School
Itp
Eugene Traylor
H. F. Bredemeyer
J. C. Martin
Ment
Jess Weitzel
East Pierce
Tfe
Jonah Eckert
South Arlington
Roy Calcote
Roy's Wrecking Co
Wingate
J. Everett Campbell
East 24Th St
Tex
State St
Bobby Blackwood
J. C. Lacy
Lucy Kittrell
South Main
Fred Tinkle
Willis St
D. C. Robertson
Ballinger Salvage Company
Floyd Sims
Western Mattress Service
Byron D. Jobe
Swatchsue Electric CO
Jester Fituto
Roger Babson
Automobile Manufacturers Association
Tawa
Winters Area
First Savings & Loan Association
Bedford and Underwood
Attorneys-At-Law
Winters, Tex
Z. I. Hale
Ino. W. Norman
Lois L. Bellis
Thad
T-Bone Steak Club
Kimbell
Frozan
Balkum’s
Howard's Trading Post New & Used
East Dale
Sno- Breze and
Friedrich
Motorola Radio and TV Homelite
J. J. Swatchsue
Jose de la Cruz
Blackmon Repair
North Church
Gine
General Insurance
Auto Parts
Eae
Harrison's Auto Parts
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