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KCTI Radio Station First Airs, National Guard Armory Planned

On January 30th, the first of 200 street signs were put on corners in Gonzales. The signs were mounted on white reinforced concrete posts with four sides, and had black letters and numerals inset. The Texas A&M Poultry Experiment Station was opened. The American Legion, Post #40 received its charter on October 9th. Gonzales Masonic Lodge #30 AF&AM was founded. On December 17th, KCTI radio station first aired in Gonzales. The radio station was founded by Lawrence Walshak and Frank “Woody” Wilson. Additionally, Gonzales was approved for a National Guard Armory to be built north of the High School football field. Lastly, in the past, Mang’s Paint and Body Shop was established at 614 St. James.