Regents Tighten Stadium Use Rules at Tech University Center
Junell reelected as Regents clamp tighter on travel and absence regulations for faculty. The Texas Tech University Center at Amarillo name is given to the Pantech research farm. Judson F. Williams of Ely appears in the report.
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Texas Wage Freeze Sparks Congressional Heatup
The text outlines government moves to enforce a wage and price freeze, with Nixon supporting measures while warning against contract violations. It cites Weinberger and Nader at hearings, details on pay raises exceptions for promotions, and notes on inflation control, devaluation talks, and broader economic policy amid international currency pressures.
Hoffa Parole Hearings Scrutinize Case Amid Resignation
During spring Hoffa met with Assistant Attorney General Will R. Wilson, while his resignation as Teamsters president drew attention. His son petitioned the parole board after a March decision, and a rehearing was granted citing new evidence. A federal grand jury later indicted Allen Dorfman in New York City.
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Groceries Up As Costs Rise Slower In July
July price changes show groceries up six tenths of a percent led by pork beef eggs bakery goods and dairy while housing rents and mortgage costs also rose. The Bureau notes inflation cooled for six months and wage freeze effects vary across items with taxes and imports shaping prices.
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Propjet Carrying 50 Crashes in Pittsburgh Landing
An Allegheny Airlines propjet with 50 aboard crash landed at Greater Pittsburgh Airport after losing its landing gear on a Parkersburg touchdown attempt. There were no injuries, though a minor fire and damage were reported as the plane struck the runway hard during the earlier leg toward Indianapolis.
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Martin County Voters Decide Courthouse Bond and Plans
Voters in Martin County cast ballots today on constructing a new courthouse or remodeling the existing facility with a $450,000 bond for courthouse and jail improvements. The ballot also asks preference for a new courthouse or remodeling, with the bond outcome guiding the final choice.
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Nader Charges Firms Tipped Off About Wage Freeze
In Washington, Ralph Nader claimed executives at General Motors and others were warned before President Nixon announced a wage price freeze. He said Treasury Secretary Connally met with GM chair Roche and dealers were told to raise 1972 model prices, while GM denied advance knowledge. Senator Proxmire urged corroboration.
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States Weigh Nixon Pay Freeze Effects On Employees
Many states respond to the federal pay freeze with varied actions. Maine plans an 11.5 percent rise for 10,500 state workers in October while Louisiana seeks exemptions for teachers. Governors across the country align on restrictions, with Massachusetts canceling post Aug 15 increases and Pennsylvania enforcing freezes through Nov 12. Uncertainty surrounds teacher pay for the 1971-72 year as districts await clarifications.
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John McKeithen
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Texans split in views on Smith defiance of wage freeze
residents across Texas voiced mixed reactions as Governor Smith defied a federal wage-price freeze. Individuals ranging from a nurse at Seton Hospital to Austin GOP chair Dr. George Willeford criticized or defended the move. Reactions highlighted concerns about raises, politics, and the President's authority amid economic strain.
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Brownsville
Henry Sanchez
Menton Murray
Harlingen
Living Textbooks aim to curb student apathy in schools
The Avalanche-Journal presented a luncheon on the Living Textbook program, exploring using daily newspapers in classrooms as a supplement to standard texts. Whaley urged linking current topics to history, stressing daily readership to build global awareness and responsible leadership, with educators from Lubbock and area schools in attendance.
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Inflation Critique Drives Wage-Price Controls Call
Governor Smith urged Nixon to invoke wage and price controls citing long overdue action. He said he asked the President a year ago at a news conference and touched on teachers and state employees benefiting from freezes. He dodged questions about a potential run for a third term and noted personal considerations amid political pressure.
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Ben Barnes
Treasury
John Conenally
Grand Jury Bound Over Tom Steph in Wife Drowning Case
GALVESTON AP former editor Tom Steph bound over by grand jury on murder charge in his wife’s drowning in English Bayou. Judge Gustaffson kept bond at 50 000 dollars as witnesses including teenage stepchildren Gwinn and David testified. Evidence suggested drowning with a left ear hemorrhage and neck bruise from a blow or fall, plus facial scratches the day body was found. Also history note references Phoenician navigation from 120 B C.
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Tom Steph
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