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Newspaper
Brownfield News
Location
Brownfield, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1985
Page
6
A viewer reflects on abortion’s emotional impact comparing it to life and death, wonders about rights of the unborn, and weighs alternatives like adoption. The piece questions the morality of abortion versus raising a child and highlights social pressures on pregnant teens and unwed mothers.
U S Senator Lloyd Bentsen outlines new measures to curb air smuggling of cocaine and heroin. He notes EPIC estimates heavy drug shipments by private aircraft, cites recent crashes, and explains FAA license revocation and punishment up to five years in prison with stiff fines for traffickers.
Reagan administration seeks a 5 percent cut in federal pay for fiscal year 1986, citing a $175 billion deficit in 1984 and potential 1985 shortfalls. The piece argues federal wages are inflated vs private sector, driven by job classification and a concentration of high level posts, and notes interstate pay comparisons showing broad overpayment. It critiques the study backing federal pay claims and highlights turnover and wage dynamics across sectors.
Kent Hance Jr, member of the U S House of Representatives for Texas 19th District, is listed with office in the Longworth Building Washington DC 20515 and contact phone.
A reader recalls an alluring wealth mystery ad promising riches for 12.50 and a mailed kit, then quotes a humorous Texas Brags tale about Silas Jones forming a club opposing all things Texan. The piece ends noting Brownsfield, Texas as a point of pride.
Talk of Texas reviews impeachments of Manuel de Sandoval Henry Smith Sam Houston and James Ferguson noting Ferguson as the only Texas governor ousted by impeachment since statehood. White Gold reports Lubbock as a major inland cotton market and cites Panhandle areas remaining booze free with Warren estate deeds restricting liquor use.
The Brownfield News invites public comment on any topic. Letters must be signed with name and provide a home address or phone number. only the name appears with publication. Up to 500 words, must be tasteful, and the editor may correct errors. the publisher disclaims liability beyond space paid.
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