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Newspaper
Brownfield News
Location
Brownfield, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1986
Page
2
An editorial argues that genuine equality requires protecting basic rights and citizen participation. It warns against bypassing constitutional processes, highlighting a group under the president pushing the so called Trangate as an attempt to seize power and rush decisive action.
Adult education officials urge timely GED pursuit with 1987 changes adding a written portion and stricter scoring. Edith Wheeler, High School Counselor, notes current tests let readiness drive timing and partial passers need not retake passed sections.
Judge Ray Anderson heard two motions to revoke probation. Roy P. Levington pled true to one motion and was continued on probation with new terms. He must serve 30 days in Terry County jail on weekends and undergo alcohol or drug treatment as directed by the probation officer and abstain from alcohol at all times.
The Brownfield School board will meet in the BISD Administration Building board room at 7 30 p m Monday. They will consider adopting the 1985 86 audit a policy on using trained dogs for drug prevention a policy on the school district appraisal process and a proposed renovation of the high school tennis courts.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Roger McRoberts said on Thursday that no plea bargain was made with Miss Fellers and that no indictment will be forthcoming.
Attorney General Jim Mattox criticized a 31 percent workers compensation premium hike and urged a 9 percent average reduction based on a Washington consultant. House Speaker Gib Lewis warned of a likely 1987 tax bill despite Gov elect Clements opposition. The piece also notes a capital murder docket and defense attorneys in separate cases.
A Texas scene spans Terry County cotton output, tax politics, and language policy. The Texas Employment Commission notes 30 843 bales processed at Terry County Gin as discussions unfold over tax plans, budget timing, and potential 1988 fiscal moves. Voter attitudes show Democrats still strong, with Clements winning while White scores remain debated.
The seventh Texas Extension Service article explains commodity options as flexible price tools to manage risk and boost income. Economists Dr. Carl Anderson and Dr. Ed Smith describe floors and ceilings, premiums, and how options tie to futures. They warn of high premiums and hedging risks, and urge a year round pricing plan with tools like cash markets forward contracts and CCC loans, aided by county agents.
The Brownfield Crime Line offers a 300 reward for information leading to arrests in five burglaries across town. Incidents span December 2 to December 7 1986 with items stolen including guns VCRs stereo cameras televisions and furniture. Points include 1112 South 4th Street 504 South 1st Street 4th and Cardwell 120 North 1st Street and 1405 Cactus Lane.
Santa requests letters from Brownfield area children collected by Lynn Brisen dine and elves. Mail or bring letters to Brownfield NEWS office at 40 E Hill or Box 1272 Brownfield TX 79316 by December 17 to be included in the December 23 Christmas edition.
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