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Newspaper
Gladewater Mirror
Location
Gladewater, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1976
Page
2
The leader of a school of fish works hardest and creates a V shaped wake that helps followers conserve energy. Whalers from the Azores harpoon 100 to 200 whales yearly, a small fraction of about 35,000 taken annually by Japanese and Soviet fleets.
A wry exchange features an aging politician asking have you heard my last speech and a sharp aide replying I certainly hope so. The brief joke captures political theater and sharp retort.
A Washington conference comprised of individuals acting as a group concludes that nothing can be done. The gathering failed to produce any concrete decisions or progress on the issues discussed.
In Washington the congressman's wife consulted a fortune teller. The gypsy warned of widowhood and a violent death for her husband. She pressed for certainty asking if he would be acquitted.
A senator seeking reelection faced heckling from a supporter in the back of a truck. He proposed taxing every political speech during an election year as a method to raise revenues while benefiting the public.
Fire units cleared a concrete spill at Tenery and Gregg with no damage. Police logs show a robbery at the Exxon Plant on Vesta with missing copper wire and an attempted pickup theft. A 1966 Chevrolet pickup was stolen, a minor 271 south crash occurred with one ticket, and a burglary attempt at 1600 Vesta Dr. A stolen pickup was found on Old Longview highway later. Scientists note the human body holds enough carbon for 14000 pencils and lime to paint a barn white.
July 22 1932 Congress passes the Home Loan Bank Act establishing federal loans to private mortgage lenders. The act aims to expand housing credit and stabilize the mortgage market during the Depression era.
Area cities report sales tax gains with Longview leading at 117 367.46 and Tyler at 140 279.27. Gregg Smith and Upshur counties show detailed first quarter 1976 figures including gross sales gross taxable sales deductions use tax purchases and taxable totals.
Gilmer moves to curb spending with a belt tightening plan. long term financing of short term debt and new budget controls include shared paving and water sewer costs with developers. City manager James Dover and adviser Robert Day warn borrowing will be needed to finish the year and refinancing will realign funds.
Carter wins the Democratic nomination and selects Walter Mondale as running mate. The process is described as restrained with little floor fighting, leaving the nation curious about Mondale’s positions while Carter campaigns nationally.
An Oklahoma writer reflects on the Democratic National Convention, noting Carter as nominee and praising Barbara Jordan's keynote. He criticizes welfare rhetoric, defends work, and predicts a competitive campaign with Reagan Ford clashes to come. He highlights platform compromises, speeches, and future party tensions.
A benefit dance for the Muscular Dystrophy Association is set for 8 p.m. on Saturday July 24 at the American Legion Hut on the Rodeo Grounds. Music runs from 8 to midnight and tickets cost 1.50 for stag and 2.50 for couples at the door. Proceeds go to the MDA.
The Gladewater Micro announces home delivery and mail subscription rates for Texas and out of state. Rates include monthly and six month options with prepaid terms. The paper is consolidated with The Gladewater Times-Tribune and The White Oak Texan on specified dates.
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