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Newspaper
Winters Enterprise
Location
Winters, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1971
Page
2
The 62nd Legislature approved far reaching election reforms subject to a final federal court action. New voter registration and filing fee rules, plus a 4 percent cap on filing fees for candidates, could be repealed if appellate courts undo annual registration. Early registration starts October 1 with first new registrations by 1972.
Texas Department of Health says new law requires students to begin immunizations by January 1 1972 with entry to schools allowed during summer and fall terms. Immunizations against at least one of six diseases must start by the deadline and be completed as soon as medically possible.
The article notes rising blood lead levels in urban children and widespread exposure to car exhaust and sulfur dioxide. It cites the National Air Pollution Control Administration estimating 200000 tons of lead added yearly, 95 percent from vehicles, and warns of potential growth retardation and increased asthma in boys under five.
Atty Gen Crawford Martin notes require non-resident archers to hold regular and five day licenses. Opinions cover Rio Grande water rights acreage, a McAllen water case rehearing, and a Dallas area district note authority. Hill Burton funds totaling 647,135 support hospital projects nationwide.
All major Democratic candidates for the presidential nomination are expected to receive invitations to a $50-a-plate dinner in Austin in mid January. Funds will support the 1971-72 State Democratic Executive Committee budget of $81,000. A sub-committee was named to select candidates and determine the most convenient day for the dinner.
Governor Smith urges a presidential drought disaster area proclamation for Texas. The Highway Department reconsiders a $20 million office building near the capitol and governor's mansion due to a legislative directive. Burton Hackney resigns as Texas Commissioner of Public Welfare effective June 15. Enrique Pena of El Paso named Judge of El Paso County Court of Domestic Relations. Cigarette revenue dropped $492,362 from May 1970 to last month. Wayne Gibbons of Austin, ex Breckenridge, becomes executive vice president of the General Mid-Continent Oil and Gas Association.
A concise pair of lines notes a skilled foafer at his craft and a thoughtful farmer plotting ahead for the next generation, contrasting mastery in art with agricultural foresight.
The page lists multiple horse show results led by Ricky Dunlap with champion and reserve geldings. Other top finishers include Jack Earnshaw Ronnie Moore Shelly Hamner Renee Blackwell Ana Artecona Edgar Artecona B All dredge and Benji All Boot scramble. Events cover western pleasure reinings polo bending and barrel racing.
Goatsack results list winners for 12 and under and 13 and over with teams led by Artecona Earnshaw and Artecona Buxkemper. Additional events flag race and potato race crown Dunlap Kruse and Alldredge Artecona among top finishers.
A short editorial remark argues that individuals should handle their own matters without interference, asserting respect for personal judgment and responsibility. The line reflects a belief in self management and limited external control.
The quote notes that many individuals are constrained by their failure to value others. It stresses the harm of undervaluing peers and the importance of empathy in social dynamics.
A saying notes how people often seek reasons to postpone effort. It points to mindset barriers and common rationalizations that stall progress in tasks and goals. The message urges commitment and discipline to overcome procrastination.
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