Legislative notes from Austin on bills and county funding
Texas lawmaker reports on S B 407 no submetering for apartments and S B 261 progress. He cites Archery season bills, county road financing reforms, and revenue shifts for counties Cass Marion Morris Upshur. He notes funding cuts and an ongoing effort to secure more highway and road funds statewide.
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House
Morris County
Upshur County
McArthur
Cass
Morris
Upshur
Smith
Marion
Charles Sull
Keith Barber
Briscoe
Mrs Hugh S. White services held in Alpine church
Funeral services for Mrs Hugh S. White were conducted Thursday at the First United Methodist Church in Alpine with burial in Elm Grove Cemetery. She died May 15 in St. Marys Hospital Galveston at age 60. She was born August 30, 1904 in DeLeon and lived in Alpine 27 years with prior residence in Gladewater. Survivors include husband W. C. White of Texarkana a daughter Betty Jo Spitler of Dickinson a brother C. G. Foster of Dallas two sisters in Alpine and San Antonio four grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
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Hugh S. (Golden) White
Alpine
First United Methodist Church
Elm Grove
White
St. Mary's Hospital
Galveston
DeLeon
Gladewater
W. C. White
Texarkana
Betty Jo Spitler
Dickinson
C. G. Foster
Dallas
Claude Gabrysch
San Antonio
John Allen
Tax Reduction and Housing Bills Pass House Vote Record
The House approved the Tax Reduction and Simplification Act of 1977 by 383 to 2, trimming individual and business taxes over three years. It funds simplified forms, extended credits, and a new jobs tax credit, with a projected $34 billion deficit. Also passed 369 to 20 the Housing and Community Development Act to sustain grants and prioritize small communities.
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House
Lloyd Bentsen
Toni Ingraham poised for country rise at rodeos
Rising country talent Toni Ingraham, once with the Ray Anthony Orchestra, is shaping a Las Vegas informed country act. She rehearses a new band, covers hits like Snowbird and Delta Dawn, and draws praise from San Antonio and critics. She headlines Gladewater Round-up Rodeo June 8 to 11.
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Toni Ingraham
Gladewater
Las Vegas
Big City
Toni
Judy Lynn
Snowbird
Teddy Bear
Delta Dawn
Ray Anthony
Hot Springs
Arkansas
San Antonio
Ingraham
Columbia Records
Anne Murray
Olivia Newton-John
Tanya Tucker
Gladewater Woman Joins SWT Spring Masters Grads
Janis Smith Snow of Gladewater earned a Master of Education in counseling and guidance at Southwest Texas State University spring commencement. The ceremony in San Marcos May 21 honored 1,187 diploma recipients with degrees conferred by President Dr Lee H. Smith. Snow is the daughter of Oscar M. and Mrs. Smith of Rt. 2 Box 222.
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Southwest Texas
Lee H. Smith
Snow
Oscar M. Smith
Rt. 2
Minister Lacy Indicted Over Stolen Paintings and Books
The Rev Craig D. Lacy of Big Sandy faces a Marion County theft indictment for allegedly stealing four books from the Jefferson Historical Society Museum. Authorities say he collected antiques and rare works from numerous libraries and shops after prior charges in Upshur County for exercising control over stolen property. A deputy reported that curator Lucille Bullard alerted officials after tips from Dallas and Austin identified a suspect.
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Craig D. Lacy
Big Sandy
Marion County
Lacy
Jefferson Historical Society Museum
First Baptist Church
Upshur County
Grand Jury
Lucille Bullard
Jefferson Museum
Dallas
Austin
McDowell earns Dean's list honor at UH College of Optometry
James H. McDowell, a fourth year student at the University of Houston College of Optometry, is named to the Dean's list for the spring term with a 3.6 average. He carried 25 hours in an accelerated program and plans to practice in East Texas after earning his Doctor of Optometry in December.
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James H. McDowell
College of Optometry
University of Houston
McDowell
Harold S. McDowell
Bennie McDowell
Irving
Gladewater High School
Kilgore College
el Centro College
Dallas
University of Texas At Arlington
University of Houston Optometry College
East Texas
Combining Whole Life and Term: The Family Income Plan
The article explains a blended policy named the Family Income plan. It adds a term rider to a $20,000 whole life policy. If the insured dies within 20 years, beneficiaries receive $200 monthly for 20 years plus a $20,000 payout. If alive after 20 years, the rider ends while the whole life remains.
Poppy Day Proclamation Urges May 27 in Gladewater
Mayor James Goggans proclaims Friday May 27 1977 as Poppy Day urging citizens to wear memorial poppies in honor of World War II and to donate to help disabled veterans and destitute families. City seal to attest proclamation dated May 24 1977 signed by James Goggans and City Secretary Rick Kuehler.
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American Legion Auxiliary
Gladewater
James Goggans
Texas
America
Rockefeller Center elevator operator retires after 42 years
Robert J. Coppola began in 1935 when the complex had four buildings and now leaves with 21. He saw 17 new structures rise, witnessed elevators switch to automatic, and recalls daily duties guiding visitors and keeping escalators safe. Coppola plans retirement to Florida with his wife after a lifetime in the center and a family rooted in Sicily.
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New York
Robert J. Coppola
Rockefeller Center
Sixth Avenue
Coppola
Passport Office
Bob
Radio City Music Hall
Brooklyn
Largo
Fla
Sicily
Germany
Legacy from Gulf artifacts recovered from 16th century Spanish ship
UT researchers preserve and study a 16th century Spanish shipwreck off the Texas coast. The exhibit Texas Legacy from the Gulf includes cannon, crossbows, tools, silver coins, ship fittings, and three of the oldest dated sea-astrolabes, documented with text and illustrations at Balcones Research Center.
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Austin
Texas
University of Texas
Gulf
Balcones Research Center
Weather notes and picnics in springtime reflections
The writer recalls pleasant picnics at Hugh Camp Park and Holly Lake, rain interruptions, and family meals. A dieting tip is offered with vinegar water, plus a nod to stationary bicycles for weight loss. The piece ends with a reflection on tight skirts and a personal weight goal.
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Hugh Camp Park
Sabine
Presbyterian Church
Holly Lake
Gladewater
Enouh
Constanly
Gladewater Mirror Consolidates With Regional Papers
The Gladewater Mirror announces consolidation with The Gladewater Times-Tribune dated November 28, 1949 and The White Oak Texan on June 1, 1969. The notice lists publication frequency as Thursday and Sunday editions and details subscription rates for local and out-of-state readers.
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Gladewater Publishing Company
Glade Avenue
Dean Street
Gladewater
Gregg County
Texas
Gladewater Times-Tribune
White Oak Texan
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Texas Jail Standards Commission
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Orange
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Texas County Judges’ and Commissioners’ Association
Lawrence
Camelot
Humanities Research Center
T.H. White
HBC
Buck Florence
Mrs. H. White
Roberts Reports
ACT
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Fort Worth
John Kelly
Janis Snow
College OF Vocational “Technkal Education
Dean
James
Rick Kuehler
Joy Stilley
Associated Press
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