Amarillo to Host First Public Hearing on Texas Constitution
Citizens in Amarillo and surrounding areas are urged to attend the first of 18 public hearings on a proposed Texas constitution. Attorney Wales Madden Jr. notes he hopes for a strong turnout to shape the state’s rewrite, with the event set for April 25 at 9 p.m. at the Duality Motel, 140 East.
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Gad-about John Fowlston’s Marginal News Notes
Mexico City remark on Mexican barbers and the term deltiologist are among reader notes. The piece cites Ripley’s Believe It Or Not cartoons and reports 1972 U.S. newspaper circulation at 62.5 million with Texas reaching 3,323,205 subscribers.
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Watergate probe widens as indictments loom on perjury
Federal grand jury presses Watergate inquiry amid unconfirmed reports of upcoming indictments for perjury and financial irregularities. Strachan and LaRue are tied to the case while Justice Department officials deny finalized charges and emphasize ongoing investigations.
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Nixon Energy Plan Delights Oilmen But Angers Ecologists
Oilmen praised President Nixon s energy program citing moves to end government price controls on oil gas exploration tax credits and a swift Alaska pipeline. Environmentalists objected especially to relaxing air pollution rules and coal expansion. Critics urged a comprehensive analysis of future energy needs and environmental trade offs.
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Amarillo Woman Dies in Shooting on Ranch
Grace Elaine Culwell 44 wife of Amarillo rancher and ad executive died at the family ranch north of Amarillo after a hunting accident that involved a 20 gauge shotgun. Sheriff deputies continue the investigation while autopsy results are awaited. Survivors include husband Gordon Culwell a son Mike and daughter Grace Victoria Culwell. Funeral arrangements by N. S. Griggs & Sons.
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University of Texas At Austin
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Mower Crash Victim In Texas Collision
Police report Omer Hail lost control of a riding mower in Brady Texas and rode into a car driven by Nicholas D Williams. The vehicle suffered 100 dollars in damage while the mower incurred no damage.
Mad rifle spree leaves 3 dead in Houston neighborhood
A 21 year old man fired from a car window killing an 86 year old woman and two school girls and wounding two children. He confessed saying I’m sorry I did it and linked the act to a family tragedy and a prior grocery store worker death. Police prepared murder charges after questioning.
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Suspect Faces Murder Charges in Houston Slayings
Larry Casey, 21, of Houston, was charged with murder after an elderly woman and two young girls were shot to death by a man driving through a residential area and firing a rifle from his car window. Two children were wounded by the random fire.
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Houston
Tornado Watch Covers Texas Panhandle to South Plains
Storm cells produced a broad tornado watch and severe thunderstorm warnings across the region as sirens sounded in Plainview and surrounding towns. A Sunday twister killed two, caused over 5 million dollars in damage, and prompted calls for federal aid. A second funnel was seen near North Ennis as planes seeded clouds to lessen impact.
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Associated Press
Faithful Seek Site of Savior's Tomb
In Jerusalem pilgrims flock to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Garden Tomb. supporters say Jesus was crucified outside the city walls, with the Garden Tomb gaining favor for matching biblical description. The Garden Tomb, led by Rev. Jan W. Van der Hoeven, challenges 1,600 years of Holy Sepulchre tradition and traces origins to Constantine and Hadrian.
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Calvary
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Weather Outlook: Cooler, Winds Gusty Through Friday
Partly cloudy and cooler today through Friday with highs in the upper 60s today and low 60s Friday. Lows near 40 tonight. West winds 20 to 30 mph and gusty today.
Inside News Bill Advances Student Aid
The bill progressing through the legislature would expand student aid programs and funding. Lawmakers debate eligibility and funding sources as supporters cite increased access to higher education. Opponents warn of potential costs and allocation shifts.
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