Texas faces on the job death toll and safety costs
Texas leaders push safety funding amid 700 on the job deaths last year. Lyndon Olson proposes a 17.7 percent workers compensation hike to curb fatalities, while the National Council on Compensation seeks almost double. California's state program cost cited at 31 million.
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Brownfield events mix toy drive, clinics, and museum tree
Local firemen collect toys for Goodfellows at Alco's Discount Store with a Junk Iron Band performance from 4 to 6 p.m. A children's immunization clinic runs Thursday Dec 11 at Terry County Health Department 919 E Main from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 4 p.m. The Wellman Boosters meet 8 p.m. Monday in the school library, with officers listed. An old-fashioned Christmas tree will be displayed at Terry County Heritage Museum at 600 E Cardwell until after Christmas, open 1 to 5 p.m. Tue Wed Thu Sat. tickets for a banquet are $10. The Salute to Business segment featured Scott Shann, black belt Taekwondo instructor. Weeds near the Welcome to Brownfield sign were discussed. Slack to pursue city weed-cutting.
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Farmers from Pg 1 urge efficient use of tractor power
The piece advises converting high pressure sprinkler irrigation to low pressure, building a tail water recovery system to recycle runoff, and using three phase electric service if available and economical. It criticizes Mexican and Arab land buying, argues for protecting U.S. money markets and real estate, and urges citizens and politicians to prioritize national survival over foreign rights.
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Mistrial Declared in Richard Cantu Criminal Mischief Case
In 121st District Court Judge Ray Anderson declared a mistrial after jurors were selected and evidence began. Richard Cantu had been charged with criminal mischief. proceedings halted this week.
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Mr Gattis Pizza guarantees 29 minute delivery
Local owner John Gary announces a 29 minute delivery guarantee effective immediately with a three dollar certificate if missed. Changes include new management, staff training, and added peak time workers to speed delivery. Hours run 11 am to 11 pm Sun Thu and to midnight Fri Sat.
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Mr. Gatti’s Pizza
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