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Newspaper
Brownfield News
Location
Brownfield, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1975
Page
4
Local readers question Terry County Commissioners bid process for a 1975 sheriff car not using the lowest bid. They argue higher taxes and potential waste, urging competition and a businessman manager to handle county funds. County Judge Chesshir favors the low bid.
The note observes crops advancing with sorghum tall and wheat ripening, celebrating June’s heat and summer start. It mentions Flag Day on June 13, Father’s Day on June 15, and the coming school break. Governor Briscoe signs a bill naming June 18 Texas Day in Texas to mark the musical drama Texas opening its tenth season through August 23 with nightly 8:30 shows.
An editorial discusses soil productivity needing long term planning and organic matter replenishment. It warns there is no magic cure and stresses returning large amounts of plant residue, with sorghums or small grains offering the best gains, to maintain soil health. It cites lessons from agriculture and household economics.
Representatives Kay Bailey and Sarah Weddington commend E L Short for helping pass House Bill 284 which advances to the Senate for ratification. The measure tightens rape trial evidence rules and extends the statute of limitations to three years, amid rising national rape statistics.
May saw Brownfield reserve members totaling 234 patrol hours with officers and ambulances, aiding Little League games and vacations coverage. Eleven active and eleven inactive reservists now operate an emergency van, a red light patrol unit, and a 35 kilowatt trailer generator, with 74 hours of training for new reserves and certificates issued by Austin.
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