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Newspaper
Lamesa Press Reporter
Location
Lamesa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1978
Page
2
The NEA report cites standards gaps and a shortage of teachers, while EA president John Ryer cites inadequate pay and resources. The piece criticizes NEA motives, notes 1977 graduates unable to find work, and praises local teachers though warning of union influence in some communities.
Lamesa officials reviewed rural fire protection contracts with the county set at 6400 dollars plus 100 dollars per fire after. They noted agreements with O'Donnell and Ackerly totaling 1750 plus ambulance and fire payments. The Dec 4 fire contract with Lamesa was approved. Bonds worth 32187.50 were cancelled leaving 95000 to be paid. A pipeline project across Precinct three was authorized. Swearing-in ceremonies for new officials may occur Dec 29 if allowed. Health Officer Dr. J Vernon McKay reappointed without pay. Monthly fiscal reports and various agency accounts were approved.
Paul Harvey warns that Americans over four decades have gradually surrendered independence to government. He likens mass followings in Browning’s tale and Jonestown to a drift toward socialistic, paternalistic leadership, where promises of “free” benefits mask loss of will and accountability.
Dear Bucket and Rufus thank town firemen who arrived in 15 minutes to help avert greater damage after a burst attic water pipe flooded a home. Firefighters moved furniture cleaned up water removed carpet and padding, sparing the house as a grateful resident notes 25 years of volunteer service.
Bands the Lamesa Nursing Homes program organized by the Band Boosters will host a concert Tuesday night in the high school auditorium at 7. Boosters President Calvin Smith is arranging guest transportation and welcomes offers of assistance. Middle School bands directed by Mark Hall will perform, with the event featuring the general music class.
The middle school and Green Warrior Band will perform with a film of the division winning high school performance. Admission is 75 cents for adults and 50 cents for students. A labor survey by the Texas Employment Commission and Chamber of Commerce discusses Dotty Dan building prospects for a garment factory. The piece also reflects on rising federal tax receipts, debt, and spending, plus a humorous Army recruit anecdote about ears and vision.
Legislative Budget Board proposes more than 2.4 bil lion in new state spending for 1980 while a 2 bil lion tax cut plan faces a setback. The plan includes 269 million more for the foundation school program and 330 million for a 5.1 percent annual pay raise for teachers and state workers. Rural clinics face about 25 million in federal funded costs over two years.
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