Refugee Chan Returns to OU as Graduate Research Assistant
Khoung Hung Chan recalls leaving North Vietnam after the Geneva Accords and finds comfort back on the OU campus in Norman. Dr. George W. Reid mentors him on a research project funded by the Environmental Protection solid and hazardous waste division.
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Norman
Okla
UPI
Khoung Hung Chan
George W. Reid
Regents
Chan
Ft. Chaffee
Ark
Pasn
Reid
The
Environmental Protection
University explores waste energy and refuse prevention plans
A university official proposes studying waste prevention as a path to energy recovery. He suggests Chan join the project as a graduate assistant with a modest salary while his wife seeks work or a master’s degree to support them.
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Chan
Briscoe to Sign Utility Commission Bill for Texas
Governor Briscoe plans to sign a bill creating a three member Texas utilities commission with power to regulate rates mainly for telephone and rural electric services starting Sept 1 1976. He weighs nominees amid reservations and hints at vetoes on gun allowances for private guards and campus construction funding riders.
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Austin
Tex
UPI
Dolph Briscoe
Texas
Briscoe
Texas Railroad Commission
Dallas
State College Coordinating Board
Gideon Signs With Rangers
Texas Ranger scout says Jim Gideon, Texas' first draft choice, may pitch in the majors this year. Gideon signed Tuesday and was assigned to Sarasota in the Gulf Coast Rookie League, with a possible move to Spokane in the Rangers system within 10 days. The 21-year-old right hander went 17 0 with a 1.60 ERA for the Longhorns last season.
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Arlington
Tex
UPI
Texas Ranger
Jim Gideon
Gideon
University of Texas
Rangers
Sarasota
Gulf Coast
Spokane
Sid Hudson
Longhorns
What's In A Name Nicknames Can Affect Lives
East Texas State University professor emeritus Dr. Paul W. Barrus says nicknames shape lives and can distort self perception. He notes cycles in first names, rhyming twins, feminized male names for girls, and formalization of names with status. He warns slanderous titles can adversely affect individuals.
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East Texas State University
Paul W. Barrus
Department of Literature and Languages
Sharons
Lindas
Richard
Barrus
Wild Weather Rips Midwest With Tornadoes And Hail
United Press International reports a June storm spree across the Rockies to the Midwest. A 71 year old Elkhart woman died as a tree crushed her yard in Stone Lake Indiana. Tornadoes hit Wheatfield Valparaiso Arlington Heights and Grove City causing structural damage but no injuries.
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United Press International
Rockies
Midwest
Elkhart
Ind
Stone Lake
Country Club
Chicago
Ohio
Grove City
Kingston
Circleville
New Date Set For Trial On Robbery Charges
In Sixth District court three defendants Bertha Cross Kenneth Vaughn and Annette Thomas face aggravated robbery charges. Trials reset to July 14 with pre trial set for June by Judge Henry Braswell after meetings with attorneys. Original June 9 date postponed to Aug 4. other trials set for July 14 include Jeryl Deeds and Charles Hills, both for driving while intoxicated.
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Sixth District
Bertha Louise Cross
Kenneth Lloyd Vaughn
Annette Stuart Thomas
Henry Braswell
Tormeys
Jeryl Deeds
Charles William Hills
Water Rates Dispute Between Dallas and Suburbs
Dallas suburb Grand Prairie argues the city overcharges for water while Dallas cites legal and supply needs. The Texas Water Rights Commission heard both sides with Grand Prairie seeking limits and Dallas warning of rate changes tied to demand. The 20 year 1955 contract sets maximums. controversy centers on 30 cent baseline and higher charges on peak days.
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Tp&l
Texas Power & Light
Austin, Tex
UPI
Dallas
Texas Water Rights Commission
Jerry Brownlow
Grand Prairie
Jim Wilson
Brownlow
Farmers Branch
Irving
Wilson
Grand Prail
Amou
Ellis and McIntyre Speak at Telephone Club Meeting
Jeff Ellis juvenile officer spoke on department work and juvenile issues at the June gathering. Bryce McIntyre outlined the bicentennial program. An ice cream supper was planned for the July meeting at the Community Center.
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Jeff Ellis
Bryce McIntyre
Telephone Community Club
Ellis
McIntyre
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Aubrey McAlister
Ralph Alien
Jack Keene
Paul Woolsey
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Badassiench
Texas Daily Press League
Rayburn
Sam Rayburn
Charles Arnold
Arnold
Cleveland
Tenn
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Roan County
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Hassie
Waller
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Rayburn Farm
Bonham Vo
Utilities Control
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East
Katy Boulevard
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Church OF Christ
Robert LaCoste
Sis Et
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Valparaiso
Arlington Race Track
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