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Newspaper
Brownfield News
Location
Brownfield, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1972
Page
2
Recent rains have caused considerable damage to fields crops and roads. Water erosion creates gullies and silt deposits while washing away topsoil. The solution emphasizes soil conservation, minimum runoff, terrace systems, grassed waterways, and a planned work program for this fall.
Gov. Preston Smith issues proclamation calling a 10 a.m. June 14 special session to push a 1973 budget with no new taxes. He may submit other topics but will not open until the 1973 appropriations bill passes. Proposals include ethics code and trailer brake law repeal. Potential welfare act to avoid new taxes discussed.
A Brownfield pastor reflects on ten years in the town praising its people, leaders, and schools. He notes visitors’ praise for Brownfield’s warmth and discusses his upcoming move to Florence Avenue Foursquare Church in Santa Fe Springs, California, while expressing gratitude for the town's impact.
Local note recalls two inches of water in a trash can after a Saturday rain event. A column reflects on welfare policies, bilingual education funding, and public assistance. It also reports the birth of Loree LaNae Farris to Mr. and Mrs. Charles D. Farris of Waynesboro, with grandparents named and Farris stationed at Fort Ritchie.
John L. Johnson Commissioner appeals to Terry County Precinct 2 travelers to report sign thefts that remove warning devices. He cites a Lubbock County fatality due to an unauthorized removal and urges citizens to prevent dangerous acts.
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