City Council OKs Salary Hikes and Tax Cut Details
The council approved raises for administrators and most city workers through reclassifications and merit increases totaling about 825000 year, tied to a 15 cent ad valorem tax rate rise but offset by a 13 cent reduction from the 206 million budget. Manager Bill Blackwell gains 1200 salary boost to 24700 with 1800 expense allowance, others receive 600 to 1200 raises. Sanitation staff see a new minimum of 258 monthly, drivers to 55 5? or 592. budget covers 1488 employees with 7.7 million.
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Bill Blackwell
Blackwell
City Attr
Fred Senter
D. M. Cowgill
Council
Eisenhower's Heart Stabilizes but Condition Remains Critical
Former President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s heart rhythm has become more stable, doctors at Walter Reed Army Medical Center said Saturday, though his condition remains critical. Earlier reports described repeated spasms and ventricular fibrillation. doctors noted no further episodes and that he remains alert and resting comfortably.
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B. Carry
Washington
Dwicht
Isenhouver
Walter Seed Artis Medical Center
Ghodar
Apa Hinpassied
Shartie
Gaberl
Isorestis
Daetors
Hessphaber der
Sulletin
Bosenhower
Sc Hrarges
Eisenhower
Amarillo Police Nab Teens in Houston Link Case
Amarillo detectives say a two month probe led to multiple arrests in a narcotics inquiry. Officers reported one detained youth is at the University of Houston and another 15 year old was identified, with warrants served on several suspects and more arrests expected as the investigation continues.
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University of Houston
Ness
Eyeesvees
Amaritty
Pesce
Youns
LRU
Tian Stegih
Fim
Tinve Griffin
Weil-tueda College
Promatin
Piaads
Cactus Comeback Evident On Plains In Menus
A desert cactus revival appears in homes and patios as a colorful, popular plant. The prickly pear, common in Texas, is highlighted for edible uses from leaves fried as vegetables to poultices, with dried fruits and tunas preserved or pickled. Cochineal insects from the cactus produce a dye once widespread in Mexico.
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Gerry Burton
Avalanche- Journal
Texas
Latin America
India
Mexico
Newlyweds Gary Guinan Hickey leave 15 children behind
Report from Oak Park Illinois describes Betty Hickey and Edward J. Guinan of Chicago marrying after a nuptial Mass as their family grows. Hickey is 40 and widowed with eight children. Guinan is 42 and widowed with seven. The couple honeymooned while their 15 children remain at home.
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Oak Park
Betty Hickey
Edward J. Guinan
Chicago
Israel Faces Pressure Over US Ship Firing Compensation
Israel reportedly refuses to provide full compensation after firing on a U S ship during mid east hostilities. The article outlines diplomatic strains and potential economic or political repercussions as discussions continue between Israel and the United States.
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Israel
U.S
Mid-East
Mrs. America Contest Winner From Texas
Mrs Max Jeanne White of Taubbeek, Texas won the state fashion event and advances in the Mrs America 1964 contest lineup. The 61 year old, wife of a field engineer and mother of two, earned a two week trip to Minneapolis and a cash prize for groceries during state judging. She prepared by studying fashion design and assembling outfits and home decor for the national event.
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Minneapolis
Texas
Max Jeanne White
Taubbeek
White
District of Columbia
Heavy Rains Hit South Plains With Cashing Downpour
The South Plains saw heavy rain Saturday afternoon with up to three inches measured near Morton and hail the size of golf balls. Cotton crops suffered some damage and flooding occurred in Laurbock area streets. The Weather Bureau forecast a 50 50 chance of more showers today with little sun.
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James Boyett
Avalanche Journal
South Plains
Ooean
Morton
Anton
Weather Bureau
Lubbock
Doctor granted wish first heart transplant holder's moment
At a medical congress in Sydney Dr Phillip Blidbers, the world's longest surviving heart transplant patient, reportedly held his own heart in his hands after the operation. Barnard discussed the moment with colleagues noting the emotional impact as Blidbers touched his dying heart.
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Sydney
fPr
Phillip Blidbers
Los Hande
Ose
Christiaan Barnard Breasht
Hilton
Barnard
Vatehe Vahon Kalbian
Nicosia
Cyprus
Kalbian
Blaibers
Fey
Bale
Taxis Idle as Chicago Faces Major Strike
Chicago taxi drivers staged a major strike idleing over eighty percent of the cab fleet. Democratic party leaders arrive for pre convention sessions as hearings begin. To offset the disruption 130 private buses and 250 limousines are hired to move delegates and leaders to the convention site at the International Airport Theatre.
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Chicago
APY
Dereratic Credentials Committee
Amocotia
Tovday
Chicaron
Prayer Note Follows Forgiveness Concept
A short prayer-like message appeals to Jesus seeking repentance and forgiveness, acknowledging sin and requesting mercy. The text has a devotional tone, mentioning forgiveness and recalling a postrovio style reference.
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ASO
Detroit Ave
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Bobletay
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Lubbock, Area
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Odessa
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