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Newspaper
Cameron Herald
Location
Cameron, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1971
Page
2
All departments note that the publication is entered as second class matter at Cameron Texas post office under the 1879 act. It publishes every Monday and Thursday and sets annual subscription rates at 5.50 for Milam trade area and 6.50 elsewhere.
The new West Sixth Street Community Center needs a part time director and active use. The 4000 square foot facility suits clubs and small receptions and could draw support from local organizations without meeting places. Public backing should match prior promised support.
Milam County figures show a 10 percent population drop, mainly in rural Cameron, with losses in minority communities and Negro scholastics in a 300 square mile area. Despite this, income for low income residents doubled in the 1960s and prospects for growth in the 1970s appear favorable.
Rep Richard Shoup cites Public Law 91-518 signed by President Nixon on October 30 1970 creating the National Railroad Passenger Corporation to operate a national rail system starting May 1 1971. The plan relies on federal funds private railroads and private investors with routes based on population track readiness and profitability.
Dateline Austin a blue ribbon committee forms to oppose income taxation led by Midland attorney Tom Sealy who resigns from the Coordinating Board Texas College and University System to direct a state wide group of 300 prominent citizens An advisory panel starts a membership drive arguing against personal and corporate income taxes while supporting a broad tax structure within the current framework. The House approved 4925 million tax bill with sales tax increases lacks a sponsor in the Senate. Advertising rules for health insurers drafted to take effect April 1 require truth and closing loopholes to protect policyholders.
A TV host mocked a guest as Mafia, audience laughter protected the remark as funny, but the guest sued. The court rejected the defamation claim noting audience perception matters. intent to be funny alone does not preclude liability if readers believe the falsehood. The article cites ABA and state bar notes on defamation law and humor.
A columnist argues against feeling sorry for high paid workers laid off and on unemployment. He questions saving versus spending norms, notes many purchases are financed and warns widespread cash saving could hurt the economy. He ends with humor about needing a $40,000 job.
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