Texas Legislators Move Toward Finishing Code Bill Debate
In Austin legislators enter the ninth week with hopes to wrap up debate on the criminal code bill, review spending plans for 1966-67, and refine water safety laws. A heavy committee schedule keeps members busy as Rep. Ben Atwell of Dallas readies an amended spending package and boat registration fee proposal. The Senate Finance Committee's agenda includes framing provisions for authorities and courts and proposing a citizen for swimming safety.
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Texas House committee votes to repeal poll tax
A House committee in Austin approved a constitutional amendment to repeal the Texas poll tax as a voting prerequisite. The tax now is 1.75 dollars annually, with 29 cents to county clerks. Sponsors include Travis Peeler of Corpus Christi Cooper Blankenship and Jim Stroud of Dallas. The measure follows a 1963 voter defeat of a repeal plan. The bill coincides with debates on state funding, teacher pay raises, and education provisions in the next two fiscal years.
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Beatie Treatment Sparks Student Music Purchase Debate
Armstrong defends a school program amid confusion over a controversial beatie treatment claim. The district discusses funding for $20 classical record albums to engage students, arguing the music can excite children as much as rock and roll.
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Famous Brand Shoes Moves To New Location
Famous Brand Shoes announces a grand opening sale from Thursday to Saturday to celebrate moving to a new location at 492 Pew Street. The store will expand facilities with new stock for summer including women and teens, offering a wide selection and coupon discounts.
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Women Slower At Telling Lies
A fragmented report notes a claim that women are slower than men at telling lies, with quotes from a man named Albert discussing test-style questions and observed behavior. The piece cites a Tex AP dispatch and references veteran something, though details are unclear due to text damage.
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