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Newspaper
Brownfield News
Location
Brownfield, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1983
Page
4
Local expert Williams says cheaper oil will ripple through Brownfield and West Texas, citing canceled projects, layoffs, and reduced consumer spending as oil demand falls. He notes improved fuel efficiency but warns oil-related firms may lay off workers as prices drop and OPEC loses price power.
In Brownfield the Little Dribblers program draws many eager young players and supportive parents. The writer urges coaches to avoid fear inducing yelling, urging praise for effort. She notes referees are young college men doing their best and calls for dads and coaches to step aside if unable to foster positive participation.
Tickets are $2 for adults and $1 for students. The show includes an annual Cake Auction on Saturday night with bids on cakes and pies. Funds go to Lions projects. Future News issues will carry more details. Twain quip cites wealth not buying happiness or love, referencing Confederate money.
Gov. Mark White declares HJR19 an emergency issue as the Texas House debates funding for state colleges and universities outside the Permanent University Fund. The plan creates a new dedicated fund with an automatic general revenue appropriation started at 125 million for 1985, later trimmed to 75 million and starting in 1984, with annual adjustments decided by the Legislature.
In Austin the Capitol discussants weigh tax hikes as oil prices dip. Lt. Gov. Hobby warns a budget balance may fail if oil profits fall, while Speaker Lewis resists tax rises. DWI reform and water, gambling, and oil revenues fuse with bids on university funding and appointments.
Rock near Fredericksburg is a major tourist draw resting on three small pinnacles. Readers debate Texas official mammal with mockingbird as symbol and roadrunner as possible state bird. Longhorn is seen as unofficial mascot of UT, Mustang for SMU. armadillo proposal was rejected.
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