Economic controls and deficits spark partisan debate
The panel outlines late era price controls affecting up to 1.5 million outlets and rent rules easing on 10 million renter-occupied units. House Republicans defend Nixon policy while economists blame government programs for inflation amid a widening deficit outlook.
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West Texas Arbor Day Honor Seeks Clarke Jones
Dr. Clifford Jones of West Texas receives a civic honor on Arbor Day marking a century since the first arboretum. Morning activities begin at 10:20 with a community ceremony and related observances.
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Clifford B. Jones
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City to sue owners over dangerous skyscraper hazard
City attorney says to seek injunction demanding steps to eliminate the hazard and possible demolition. Court action will determine if removal or major repairs are required, with three to four weeks set for trial and evidence of procrastination cited by officials.
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McKinney Former Local Leader Dies at Home
McKinney long served in Masonic bodies: Brownfield Lodge Brownfield Chapter and Council Lubbock Commandery Amarillo Kiva Shrine. He led regional groups including South Plains Council of Governments and West Texas County Judges Commissioners Association. Survived by wife two sons daughter two sisters and four grandchildren.
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Wichita Falls
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Abilene
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Dallas
Mars Orbiter Reveals Erosion Site Near Tithonius Lacus
A Mars photograph from Mariner 9 shows erosion features near Tithonius Lacus about 360 miles south of the equator. The image spans 235 by 400 miles and was taken at a 1,225 mile range, using a polarized filter after color detection failed on the 118th orbit.
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Pecan trees planted as living memorial in Mackenzie Park
Twenty pecan trees were dedicated in Mackenzie Park as a living memorial to Texas forefathers by the Tom Lubbock Chapter of the Sons of the Republic of Texas. Dr Basil Moss described the gift as tribute from the living to future Texans and outlined aims to preserve Texas independence and spirit.
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Demo Candidate Seeks Reform in Texas Lieutenant Governor Bid
Sen Joe Christie of El Paso paid a $1,000 filing fee as a Democratic primary candidate for lieutenant governor. He vowed to push governmental reform, saying the campaign would identify key issues, clarify them, and address threats to state government.
Banks Trim Savings Rates Amid Wider Rate Cut Wave
Banks move to 4 percent on passbook savings as the Federal Reserve and open market actions push down short-term rates. Major lenders including First National City Bank and Crocker National Bank announce cuts, signaling a broader trend as prime lending follows downward and margins tighten across the banking system.
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Mayor weighs traffic plan as petitions on garbage tax fail
City officials discuss downtown signal timing and Avenue Q traffic re routing as work proceeds on 60 percent of a computerized system. Indiana Avenue, University Avenue widening and east west freeway are planned with completion in 1973 or by mid 1970s with various right of way issues and possible at grade solutions. Granberry urges voters to judge candidates by civic record rather than full-time service.
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B52S Down MIGs In Vietnam Skirmish And Intelligence News
U S air force reports a B52s engagement over North Vietnam where a Mig21 was shot down after clashes as MIG aggressiveness rises. Four B52 missions were flown in a 24 hour period with raids concentrated in the central highlands near Ben Het and Khe Sanh while reports say the 220th North Vietnamese Division moved toward the tri border region and Kontum.
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Former Opera Star Rosa Ponselle Surprised by Choir Serenade
In Stevenson Maryland AP reports former Metropolitan Opera star Rosa Ponselle received a Christmas serenade at her home by the Immaculate Heart of Mary choir. Her Christmas cards showcased a portrait of the choir and marked the festive surprise.
FBI Raids Target Dallas Bookmakers on Illegal Gambling
FBI agents raided 13 Dallas area firms and homes in a sweep tied to illegal bookmaking. No arrests were reported but evidence was turned over to the U.S. attorney as investigators pursue charges in the first such crackdown after three years of probing area gambling networks. Bets were reportedly placed on football and basketball games including a district championship matchup. Wire taps were approved by U.S. District Judge William M. Taylor Jr. and backed by surveillance data.
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