Grass Roots Voting Shapes Texas and Nation in Off-Year Election
Democratic gains in Texas return to Austin with Lloyd Bentsen and Gov. Preston Smith leading a Democratic majority. Lt. Gov. Ben Barnes and other Democrats post strong wins while Republicans lose ground in many state contests. National trends show Democrats expanding state houses and Republicans picking up two Senate seats amid mixed results for Nixon era politics.
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Guard Duty Redefined to Handle Civil Unrest
Rep Paul Findley urges Congress to reorient National Guard training and equipment from combat to riot control. He cites limited civil disturbance training, annual refresher gaps, and a summer focus on weapons. He proposes two amendments to title 32 to ensure Guard units can quell riots within the United States.
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Panel studies lawmakers workload and pay in Texas
A blue ribbon panel led by Waggoner Carr met at the Texas Capitol to assess lawmakers duties, workloads, ethics, facilities, and security with a view to possible pay raises. Subcommittees cover duties and compensation, ethics, facilities, and internal security, while sessions and joint committees remain under Senate review. The panel acts on recommendations ahead of a new legislative session.
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Radar checks spark acquittal in speeding case
Citizen Haines beat a speeding charge after radar evidence failed to show the device was in proper working order on arrest day. Courts now demand regular radar checks, using tuning forks or road tests, before speed cases proceed. The decision reflects the law's balance between technological progress and fair play. Written by Will Bernard for the American Bar Association. 1970 American Bar Association.
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Old Philosopher Warns History Repeats Itself in Travel
Reader argues that history repeats in transport trends from trains to airlines. He cites airline losses, rising costs, and empty seats, predicting reduced service and a shift to car travel or home leisure trends. A humorous note blames nostalgia for misreading past rail woes.
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