Carter Pledges Broad Tax Cuts Amid Social Security Hike
President Carter announced that a forthcoming tax package will cut taxes for all taxpayers while financing an increased Social Security levy. He cited a potential $20 to $30 billion in reductions for individuals and businesses and said the plan would be progressive and simpler.
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Multiple Texas and national news items from AP dispatch
Unregulated boarding homes in Austin profit from patients social security funds. Three escapees flee Cherokee County jail in Rusk after overpowered guard with a homemade weapon. Cyril Ritchard to be buried beside Madge Elliott. he dies at 79 from heart failure. General Portland plans an 80 million cement plant near New Braunfels with 100 jobs by 1980. Lone Star Gas rate hike suspended near Irving. increase would raise about 1341 annually. Gas rate approved for Limestone and Freestone counties near Mexia. Arlington man, 38, charged with bank robbery. $20,000 recovered. Gasoline shortages expected Christmas and New Year at many stations. Iran earthquake kills at least 80 and injures 600 plus. death toll feared to rise.
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General Portland Inc
James B. Lendrum
Striking Farmers Move Tractors Toward Lubbock Protest
Striking farmers plan a tractor caravan into Lubbock Texas as part of a push for higher crop prices. Texas leaders discuss possible talks with President Carter, with Governor Briscoe weighing a summit or direct meeting and a telegram draft under review. A 24 hour shutdown survey by American Agriculture begins, with tractors already positioned outside town and aims to minimize traffic disruption. Several North Texas meetings continue as farmers decide on joining the action.
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Texas
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Reagan Brown
Dolph Briscoe
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American Agriculture Group
Briscoe
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American Agriculture
Greg Rystad
Rystad
Amarillo
North Texas
Last night to see Grand Theft Auto at Palace
A local cinema runs the film Grand Theft Auto through Tuesday night at the Palace. Moviegoers are advised to catch the screening before the late showing ends.
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Sadat Begin Talk Set Amid Canal Conference
Egyptian officials prepare for Sadat to meet Begin on Christmas Day near the Suez Canal. The talks, Sadat's 50th birthday, aim to narrow gaps and elevate discussions to foreign ministers level.
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Anwar Sadat
Menahem Begin
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Hollis Man Wins Pro Rodeo Rookie of the Year
Hollis Oklahoma rider Jimmy Cleveland, a 27 year old bareback bronc competitor, was named rookie of the year by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. He earned 20 735 dollars during the regular season, won a hand tooled saddle and a 1500 dollar buckle, and qualified for the National Finals Rodeo in tenth place. His season included 2 280 dollars in bull riding and nearly 1 000 dollars in steer wrestling, for total earnings of 3 610 dollars at the finals, finishing sixth overall.
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Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association
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Carols Clash With Atheist Leader In Capitol Case
Attorney sues Madalyn Murray O Hair to stop interference with Capitol caroling while she seeks removal of the nativity scene. Frazer seeks 30 million dollars in damages plus injunction over civil rights and religious expression. Gov Briscoe calls for large turnout amid ongoing disputes over prayer and symbols in state ceremonies.
Be on the Lookout Where's Willie Rated G at Palace
A cinema listing notes the film Where's Willie screening at the Palace earning a G rating. The notice highlights the feature's family friendly content and local showtimes.
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