Texas drug reform fight splits lawmakers and governor
In Austin the Legislature debates a sweeping drug bill from Gov. Briscoe calling for harsh penalties, eight ounce marijuana allowance, and rehab programs, while Sen. Kennard and Sen. Brooks push opposing paths toward decriminalization and rehab, intensifying the dispute over marijuana penalties and hard drug sales.
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Brooks
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East Texas
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Tom O'Connor
Hobby
H. J. Blanchard
Lubbock
Legislative Property Tax Committee
Atty. Gen Hill
U.S. Supreme Court
Legal Drug Control Society pushes for tougher drug penalties
Austin based Legal Drug Control Society led by E. E. Armistead calls for H R 86 to curb drug pushers. Armistead notes his crusade began after his daughter’s UT Tower incident and urges citizens to urge legislators. The piece links to broader public safety reforms and state judicial research efforts.
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Armistead
University of Texas
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Texas Civil Judicial Council
Ronald Earle
Judicial Council
Earle
Wise Food Buying for Retirement Budgeting
The text guides retirees to reassess income and fixed expenses, focus on rent utilities and food, cut costs by conserving utilities, and shop smartly. It advises reading ads for bargains, shopping frequently for weekly specials, choosing unit price equivalence, planning menus, and using leftovers without waste.
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Syna-Clear
Jobe Drug CO
Key February 1945 World War II milestones and grants
The United States Marines raised the flag on Iwo Jima February 23 1945. Manila was liberated by American troops February 24 1945. The Sixteenth Amendment took effect February 25 1913. Grand Canyon National Park established February 26 1919. John Steinbeck born February 27 1902. Nazi suppression of civil liberties noted February 28 1933. The Articles of Confederation adopted March 1 1781.
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Grand Canyon National Park
John Steinbeck
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