26 Mar 1969
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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1969
Page
1
Critics hail the Broadway musical 1776 praising its human portrayal of the Declaration signers. The 46th Street Theater production is described as tuneful and entertaining for families and fans of fresh, clean theater.
President Nixon will ask Congress for a 12 month extension of the 19 percent income tax surcharge set to expire June 30. GOP leaders Ford and Dirksen said the move aims to curb inflation through continued revenue and spending controls. Budget figures were deemed premature and not included in the message.
Packed Texas House hearing on COPSE reforms focused on a 2600 pupil threshold for district size. Madden urged flexible application while Hale seeks financial incentives and Mutscher urged long range plans. Heatly warned against market value tax reform harming farmers.
Washington AP report says former President Dwight D. Eisenhower remains critically ill with congestive heart failure. Doctors note no deterioration in 24 hours but warn about uncertain survival while acknowledging past strong recuperative power.
Delta Airlines Flight 821 carrying 107 passengers and seven crew members was diverted to Havana after being hijacked Tuesday. FAA official said the jet departed Love Field Dallas and was cleared for Havana within ten minutes with sufficient fuel on board.
State Rep. Bill Clayton of Springlake, viewed as the legislature’s leading water authority, will likely be named executive director of Water, Inc. The 40 year old lawmaker will reportedly accept the job on a temporary basis and will not resign his legislative post. The Water, Inc. board met in Lubbock in a closed session and will issue a formal statement later.
Amarillo Bell Helicopter official William L Bil Humphrey predicts a vast future for helicopters. He cites diverse uses from protecting crops to drying cherries and notes the ingenuity of helicopter operators and companies shaping new applications.
With six days left to register vehicles, Potter and Randall County offices report brisk license plate sales. Audrey Bruse notes late rush as about 17,500 plates sold toward a 30,000 projection while L T Cornelius cites 26,000 passenger plates sold at Potter locations. Substations across Amarillo ease central office strain, operating 8 to 5 weekdays and extended hours Saturday. Fines up to 200 dollars apply for late plates, with a 20 dollar late fee after deadline.
The report notes Amarillo has seen sun on 74 of 82 days this year with 194 percent. Today's forecast calls for mostly cloudy skies and a high in the mid 70s. Winds are expected to be light and variable.
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