The Howe Enterprise (Howe, Tex.), Vol. 4, No. 18, Ed. 1 Thursday, November 3, 1966 Page: 4 of 6
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THE HOWE ENTERPRISE, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 1966
Social Security . . .
. . . And You
Many widows may be una-
ware of a change in the social
security law and still think they
have to wait until they become
62 to collect social security
widow’s benefits. This is the
concern of Gus Jones, district
manager of social security in
Sherman.
Until the change in the law,
effective September 1965, the
widow of a man who had work-
ed under social security could
not qualify for monthly widow’s
benefits until she reached 62.
Now she can elect to have her
payments start as early as her
60th birthday, but in smaller in-
stallments to take account of
the longer time that benefits
will be paid.
Jones pointed out that generally
women who choose to take these
reduced benefits will collect
about the same value in bene-
fits over the years. He urged
widows, who may have heen
waiting for their 62nd birthdays,
to call or visit the social secur-
ity office nearest their homes to
find out how the age-60 benefits
would work out in their par-
ticular cases.
The social security office in
Sherman is located at 315 West
Mulberry. Office hours are 8:30
a.m. until 4:45 p.m.,Monday
through Friday, except for
Thursdays when the office re-
mains open in the evening un-
til 8:45 p.m.
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Advertising
Specialties
The
Howe Enterprise
In virtually every field of endeavor, our state has made dramatic progress
the past four years under the strong leadership of Governor John Connally.
His administration's bold, yet sensible programs have helped provide new
opportunity and a better way of life for all our people.
IMPROVED EDUCATION — Since 1963, state investment in higher education has
doubled, and faculty salaries have increased 40%. State support of local
public schools have increased 44% in four years, including a $100 million
teacher pay raise enacted in 1965. Technical and vocational training pro-
grams have been vastly increased; junior college enrollment doubled during
the current bi-ennium. Special literacy programs for migrant workers and their
children have been expanded. A college student loan fund of $85 million has
been established. And a special Governor's Committee on Public Educa-
tion currently is studying all facets of elementary and secondary education.
WATER RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT—Long range planning and development
have- been given top priority. $100 million in bonds have been issued for
development of needed storage facilities; authorization has been granted to
expand, this program to $200 million for the next two years.
CONCERN FOR THE AGED AND NEEDY—’Since 1963, assistance to our elderly
has been increased 27%. The Governor's Committee on Aging is continu-
ally working for the benefit of our senior citizens.
OUTDOOR RECREATION — More than $2 million has been invested in improving
ten of our most attractive state parks during the past two years to provide
additional recreational facilities.
INDUSTRIAL EXPANSION—A record 855 new industrial plants have been estab-
lished the past three years, moving Texas into second place in the nation in
industrial expansion.
Last year, more than 23,000 new jobs were created in manufacturing alone
— the best year ever for the Texas labor force.
INCREASED TOURISM — More than 12 million tourists visited Texas last year,
adding more than $900 million to the state’s economy, and creating 140,000
new jobs. The state’s tourist advertising program has been sharply expanded.
MENTAL HEALTH AND MENTAL RETARDATION — New emphasis on prevention
of mental illness and mental retardation has been achieved through establish-
ment of new community centers, replacing the former practice of “ware-
housing’ patients. Investment for research into causes of. mental disorders
has doubled the past four years.
BETTER HIGHWAY TRANSPORTATION — Texas has more farm-to-market roads
than any other state — more than 35,134 miles. We lead the nation in
construction of interstate highways, at a cost 40% below the nation's average.
COMBAT AIR AND WATER POLLUTION — New legislation for public health, “The
Clear Air Act of Texas,” provides state action to eombat air pollution. Similar
vigorous action has been initiated to control pollution of Texas streams, bays
and estuaries.
NEW CULTURAL GROWTH — The Fine Arts Commission was established in 1965
to nurture the cultural enrichment of Texans. The state’s cultural heritage
will be preserved and portrayed in the state's pavilion at HemisFair '68 in
San Antonio.
BUSINESSLIKE ADMINISTRATION — With unprecedented teamwork, our state
government has operated responsibly and efficiently. The Legislature has
finished its work on time in each session. Following a pay-as-you-go policy,
we have maintained a healthy surplus in the general revenue fund without
curtailing essential services.
HEALTHY, GROWING ECONOMY—Business activity rose 11% last year, as
Texas continues one of the brightest growth areas. Employment and income
are at an all-time high, unemployment at an all-time low. Despite increased
responsibilities, our state government costs only $168.78 a year per citizen,
fourth lowest in the nation. No broad-based tax has been enacted the past
four years. Texas still has no personal income or payroll tax, no corporate
income tax, and is one of few remaining states with a limited sales tax of 2%
LET’S KEEP THIS KIND OF PROGRESS AND PROSPERITY
FOR TEXAS! HELP GIVE AN OVERWHELMING MANDATE
FOR THE VISIONARY LEADERSHIP OF DEMOCRATIC GOVERN
JOHN CONNALLY AT THE POLLS NOVEMBER 8TH<
RE ELECT GOVERNOR JOHN
FOR A GREATER TEXAS!
(Political ad paid for by Connally for Governor Committee, Lewis Timberlake. Chairman)
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
Herbert Taylor’s
GULF
Service Station
Ph. 482-5376 Hiway 75 N
VAN ALSTYNE, TEXAS
TIRE REPAIR
MINNOWS — ICE
Foxworth-
Galbroith
Lumber Company
COMPLETE
BUILDING SERVICE
W. H. LONG, MANAGER
Ph. 532-3225 Howe, Texas
Automotive Repair
Air Conditioning
Sales & Service
Gaddy's Garage
Hiway 75 N — Ph. 482-5629
VAN ALSTYNE
CLEAN
USED CARS
And Pickups
Offill Motor Co.
Van Alstyne, Texas
Ph. 482-5608 Hiway 75
DAWSON
Propane Gas Co.
Tank Rentals or Sales
Phone FO 4-2969
Whitewright, Texas
We try to serve—to satisfy
FLAME CULTIVATION
jpi
O.K. Feed Mill
WHITEWRIGHT
For The Best in
FEEDS and SEEDS
Phone 364-2489
Sales & Service
Call 892-8310
2118 Hiway 75N
Sherman
For Lowest Prices on
HEATING & AIK
CONDITIONING
FREE ESTIMATES
Don D. Estes
892-9883 Sherman,
Your
STEWART WARNER
DEALER
DWAIN'S
Paint & Body Shop
USED CARS
Expert Work at Reasonable
Prices — Call Us For Free
Estimates — No Obligation
Ph. 532-4305 — South Denney
ROBERTSON
TEXACO
SERVICE STATION
Wheel Balancing
Tires — Batteries
Tire Repair — Road Service
Highway 75 N.—Ph. 532-9135
Loreda’s Beauty Shop
Phone 532-2525 109 E. Haining
Training In Helene Curtis and Clairol Hair Coloring
ALL PURPOSE HAIR CUTTING
LET YOUR HAIR BE MY PROBLEM
OPEN
8 A. M. to 5 P. M.
EVENINGS
BY APPOINTMENT
HIX
AUTO PARTS {
VAN ALSTYNE, TEXAS f
1 Blk. North of Post Office
USED PARTS—Hiway 75 N, ;
COOPER TIRES
For Cars, Tracks, Tractors
Delon Batteries, Generators
AUTO REPAIRING
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Specialties
Calendars —Pall Point Pens
Ash Trays Key Chains
Hundreds of Others
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Howe Enterprise
PHONE 532-3395
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Walker, Bob. The Howe Enterprise (Howe, Tex.), Vol. 4, No. 18, Ed. 1 Thursday, November 3, 1966, newspaper, November 3, 1966; Howe, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth839992/m1/4/: accessed April 24, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; .