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Newspaper
La Marque Times
Location
La Marque, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1977
Page
2
Rep. Barber Conable criticizes the measure as costly and bureaucratic while supporters say it advances energy goals. The debate notes imports reduced to 2.5 to 2.8 million units by 1985, with votes showing a divided House on passage.
A 1961 energy policy debate centers on an equalization tax tied to fuel prices. Rep Al Ullman of Oregon argues the tax disrupts incentives for energy conservation and policy goals, while several members vote against the proposal. The discussion references seven opponents who voted nay on the bill.
The item blends star signs with political debate noting a gasoline tax vote and foreign aid amendment. It lists several senators and votes on a domestic energy measure while discussing U S contributions to international banks and aid to Laos Cambodia Vietnam and Uganda. The piece references Idi Amin and questions the fairness of taxing consumers to fund overseas loans.
The City Council appoints the City Manager based on municipal management training and executive ability. residency in La Mar is not required, but the manager must reside in the city during the term. The Charter outlines these qualifications and appointment process for La Mar. The Planning Commission drafts and amends the master plan, controls land subdivision, creates official maps, handles zoning, and submits capital-improvement recommendations to the City Manager for budgeting.
Sandy Franks and Mrs Pat Wood led the Fall Style Show participants. Community figures from Gibson's Discount and Miller Furniture attended, along with The Strawberry Patch and Weiner's Dept. Store. Local clubs La Marque and Jaycee Ettes organized the event.
Packard, Executive Director of the Bay Area Committee on Drug Abuse, attended an August 6 organizational meeting for the Texas Crisis Center in Dallas. Discussions covered volunteer recruitment training and retention, with workshops on fundraising and service. The BACDA sponsors the Crisis Help Line, averaging over 1200 calls monthly and manned by 120 volunteers. For information call 488-3528 or 488-7222.
Texas Parks and Wildlife biologist C D Stutzenbaker, fresh from the Canadian prairie nesting country, predicts a favorable duck season as midwest and southward movement of waterfowl continues. He notes past drought affects and the potential for strong fall migrations into Texas waters.
A September fund raising drive for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation seeks public generosity to fund research and aid patients. The article explains CF is a hereditary disease affecting lungs and digestive glands, with respiratory issues common in children. doctors urge community support to seek prevention and a cure.
The week of August 15 lists meals for Thursday and Friday featuring hamburgers, french fries, milk, fruit and salad. Week of August 22 covers Monday through Wednesday with barbecue on bun, soups, burritos, mixed vegetables, meat loaf and desserts all served with milk.
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