08 Jul 1977
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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1977
Page
1
The East Harris County Republican Club schedules its first meeting at 7 80 p m Friday at the Baytown Community BuildingMembership is open and the event kicks off a slate of local political activity in Baytown and surrounding areas.
Arnold Palmer, a 67 with a back nine 31, posts a three under day for a 213 total and an early clubhouse lead in the third round of the British Open at Turnberry. He birdies Nos. 14 13 18 and finishes four under on the back before the leaders from overnight move up.
Baytown businessman James R Lovell 48 filed for Position & in the Aug 13 election seeking a school board seat. He emphasizes fiscal responsibility, quality teachers, and strong athletic programs, noting his Koreate War veteran background and community involvement. Also running are Dennis Hancock, Mrs Gay Brock, Robert Kirblaw, Bob Druce, and Rees Barolak with two positions open.
Houston congressman Eckhardt voiced opposition to President Carter s energy tax proposals and to a coal slurry plan, saying a gasoline tax increase would burden Houstonians and that railroads oppose coal incentives. He argued most coal needs could be met by rail but warned water use for slurry in Wyoming raises concerns. He urged support for converting natural gas use to coal and coal slurry concerns on page 20.
Partly cloudy and hot with a 40 percent chance of showers on Saturday in the Haytown area forecast. Low temperatures expected Friday night in the low 70s, and Saturday highs in the low 90s, with tides high at 6 10 am and 1 31 pm and lows near 6 28 am and 8 25 pm.
Lee College regents approved an eight percent salary increase plus one step for instructors and raised pay for other staff including student assistants. The plan would cost about 403000 in additional salaries, not including social security. Debate focused on merit raises and compensating top step employees, with proposals to add 2 percent extra for those at maximum scale.
In Baytown discussion, a Michigan physician’s view on aging prompts questions about why long-married men face escalating duties. Critics argue retirement wastes human resources as industry and spouses assign heavy mental and physical tasks to older husbands.
The Labor Department reports wholesale prices dropped tenths of a percent in June, the steepest decline in four years, while unemployment rose from 6.9 to 7.1 percent. The rise was largely among adult women, and experts foresee inflation easing but warn of uneven employment gains across months.
A scrambled set of climate, crime, politics and travel notes cross the United States and Central America. Items include a presumed crime spree link to Oklahoma escapees, Belize status talks between Britain and Guatemala, heat in Texas, a 135 foot seismograph near Freeport Mexico, Kent State protest plans, Japan's ruling party facing reelection, and a Maryland water conservation order affecting businesses and residents.
Scott Muriet reports legislators push for rapid passage of House Bill 750 to fund 1977 78 school costs with 108.5 million for teacher pay raises and a reduced foundation program cost, while debates over property tax relief and rural versus urban district needs unfold before a potential special session.
Harris County Savings and Loan celebrates 60 years of operation with deposits rising from under 200000 in 1827 to over 381 million today. A Saturday anniversary event at 815 Alexander Drive features jazz pianist, barber shop quartet, vintage cars, refreshments and prizes, with branches at 402 Detee and Crosby.
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