Moving Beyond Recession in Central Texas Energy Outlook
The piece argues the current recession differs from the 1930s and ends in about 18 months. Central Texas, with lignite recovery and planned power plants for Alcoa in Rockdale and Palestine by 1977, positions for faster development. Milam County shows 3.6 percent unemployment in April, implying local labor balance. The region aims to outpace more troubled national areas through energy exports and industrial growth.
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Florida Firearm Law Holds Three Year Prison Term
Crump's Grass Roots Comment notes Florida Governor Askew signed a bill setting a minimum three year sentence for major crimes if a firearm is used. The measure SB55 applies to robbery, rape, murder, assault, burglary and other felonies. Prosecution must avoid plea bargaining to uphold the mandatory term.
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Texas Faces Highway Funding Shortfall and Park Expansion
Texas faces a potential funds crunch for new highways as Highway Commission Chairman Reagan Houston warns costs are rising and financing is inadequate. A study will examine the widening gap between construction needs and revenue, amid merged highway agencies and park enlargements near Stonewall.
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Old Philosopher Warns on Nuclear Power Spread
A reader argues current nuclear power plant sales to smaller nations risk weaponized use and global destruction. He imagines shielding civilians, prioritizing poets and farmers over scientists, and questions who to save in a future holocaust.
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