Texas 1972 Governor Raceand Yarborough Senate Comeback
A Gulf Coast Press Association poll in Houston shows 7 publishers backing Lt. Gov. Ben Barnes for Texas governor, 4 Dolph Briscoe, 2 Preston Smith. Former U.S. Sen. Ralph Yarborough announces a comeback bid for the Senate against Republican John Tower, outlining a long progressive record and stressing campaign energy. Governor Smith, Bob Bullock and other officials respond as the primary contest heats up with multiple incumbents and prospective candidates evaluating races.
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Austin
Tex
Gulf Coast Press Association
Board of Directors
Houston
Texas
Ben Barnes
Dolph Briscoe
Preston Smith
U. S
Ralph W. Yarborough
Yarborough
Dallas
Fort Worth
San Antonio
John Tower
Barefoot Sanders
Senate
Tower
Uvalde
Jesse James
Robert S. Calvert
John C White
Calvert
James
Frances Farenthold
Corpus Christi
Crawford Martin
State Board to Appeal Court Ruling on Texas School Financing
The State Board of Education votes to appeal the federal court decision declaring Texas school financing unconstitutional and to craft a new plan if the appeal fails. The Texas Research League outlines options including full state funding by 1974 and state local financing to equalize per child resources. The League also proposes redistributing district boundaries or overlaying taxing regions to balance expenditures, with concerns over maintaining current levels versus average levels. Republicans in a recent meeting tout opportunities in 1972 elections, urging cross party enlistment to gain two party governance and possible reform through single member districts. An attorney general comments on a controversial ethics code for state officials.
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Smith
Bob Bullock
Martin
Texas Tech University
Coordinating Board
Texas College and University System
State Board of Education
U. S. Supreme Court
Texas Research League
League
Texas
GOP
Republican State Executive Committee
Bumper-Stand Collision Discounts Planned by State Board
The State Insurance Board directs lower auto premiums for cars with damage resistant bumpers though no domestic makers certified models yet. Twenty percent discounts apply to 1972 cars meeting a five mph front or rear bumper standard. Fifteen percent for front end five mph and rear end two and a half mph. Ten percent for 1972 autos with five mph front and two and a half mph rear without damage to vital systems. Also mentions Colorado radium tailings in waste used as construction fill and lists towns to be screened. Uranium mills operate in Falls City and near Three Rivers.
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State
Colorado
Floresville
Karnes City
Kenedy
Three Rivers
George West
Tilden
Pleasanton
Leming
Path
Hobson
Falls City
Helena
Panna Maria
Coy City
Lenz
Caesar
Pawnee
Mineral
Oakville
Simmons
Calham
Whitsett
Peggy
Campbellton
Christine
McCoy
Caughran
Health tests to scan for abnormal radio activity in South Texas
Street by street tests with sensitive scanning gear will record possible abnormal radio activity from uranium mining. State Health Department air and ground surveys show no public health hazards and none anticipated, though health problems have been noted.
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South Texas
State Health Department
S.H.D
Party Reform Rules Eyed At Public Hearing
A four hour hearing before a 23 member sub committee considered new state Democratic reform rules aiming for open conventions and broader participation. SDEC leaders expect approval of the guidelines largely as offered, with a final draft due January 29 before full SDEC action in mid February.
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Democratic Executive Committee
SDEC
Roy Orr
DeSoto
Texas to allow 18-year-olds in party rules debate
Governor Smith says new rules would create a "challenge-proof" delegation to the Miami Beach Democratic national convention. The plan opens party activities to 18-year-olds including minorities youth women and backers of rival candidates.
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Smith
Texas
Miami Beach
Governor appoints Cannady and others to Texas boards
Governor Smith names Henry H. Cannady Port Arthur to Veterans Land Board and Tate McCain Palestine to a district post. Also appoints Jerry Sandel Huntsville and E T Summers Jr Cuero to River Authority, Clifton to Canadian River Compact, Rearick El Paso and Terry Beaufort to Real Estate Commission, Duke San Antonio and Fisher Fort Worth to Texas Turnpike Authority. Morris named assistant press secretary. plan cites about 17 million state aid and 286 million federal aid for counties and the needy.
Governor Smith Reviews Statewide Food Stamp Plan
Governor Smith weighs a recommendation to launch a statewide food stamp program. The proposal aims to expand access to nutrition aid across the state and may involve funding implications and eligibility criteria.
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Smith
Turkey Harvest Reported Down from Last Year in West Texas
West Texas turkey harvest may be as much as 40 percent lower than last year, according to Texas Parks and Wildlife biologists. A dry spring and summer reduced poults, leaving mostly adults in summer, with some areas showing more young birds expected if weather cooperates. Winter fork numbers suggest good winter survival and potential rebound.
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San Angelo
Texas
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Community cancer support line aids patients families
The American Cancer Society provides a compassionate ear to those facing cancer. Families dealing with serious illness can access support and guidance from a local cancer society resource.
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American Cancer Society
Ear length in mule deer eyed at 11 inches in Texas study
Texas Parks and Wildlife biologists report that every mule deer over two years old examined at Black Gap Wildlife Management Area has ears exactly 11 inches long. The finding may aid hunters evaluating potential trophies through scoped rifles.
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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Black Gap Wildlife Management
Card of Thanks from R D King and wife
The note expresses gratitude to friends and relatives for their thoughtfulness and visits while in North Runnels Hospital. The writer also thanks the nursing staff and Dr Rives for good care. Signed by R D King.
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North Runnels Hospital
Dr. Rives
R. D. King
Itc
Classified Columns Offer Buy Sell Rent Options
Classified columns advertise buying selling and renting options across listings. Readers browse ads for goods services and real estate with prices terms and contact details in concise entries.
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Senate Campaign
Jim Wells County
Texas A & M University
Crawford C. Martin
Henry H. Cannady
Port Arthur
Veterans Land Board
Texas Industrial Commission
Texas Supreme Court
Jack Blanton
Carrollton
Dallas County
Earl Luna
Luna
Blanton
Agriculture Com
John C. White
Nixon
Bowie
Delta
Fannin
Advisory Council For
Lyndon B. Johnson
Winters
Enterprise
Sais
Sfreen Stamps
Biltmor
Delsey
Honey Boy
Chum
Salmo
Istongian
Udo
PEPSI
Dee Pk
Armour
Big Ten
Folger’s
Maryland Club
Maxwell House
Shurfine
CRISC
Snowdrift
Lipton
Shurfin
Geus Specia
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