State lawmakers eye services and rail cuts amid 1970s shifts
Attorney General Crawford Martin says corporations may perform solid waste disposal and building repair for local governments. Missouri Pacific cancels the Texas Eagle train, citing unprofitability and a $500,000 annual loss, with courts sought by opponents. Texas State Teachers Association outlines a seven point 1971 program and ethics pledge against strikes as pay raises settle.
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Fight over farm land tax limits heads to November ballot
A proposed Amendment No. 3 would let the Legislature set uniform assessments for farm ranch and timber lands based on livestock and crop production potential. A 15 member Senate committee led by Wayne Connally wrapped hearings and plans to file a tentative report before November 3 with recommendations delayed until next year.
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