Three Governors Reunite as Tax Bill Sparks Tense Session
The article describes a heated legislative session over a proposed corporate tax, with Gov. Smith backing off after a budget study showed the bill's impact. Rep. Gus Mutscher and Lt. Gov. Barnes reportedly urged reconsideration amid warnings of broader tax pushback. The event marks a rare informal gathering of governors amid policy and party tensions.
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Mutscher
Austin
Smith
Barnes
Texas Governor Smith Wins Big Tax Cut Clash
Gov. Preston Smith forged a dramatic victory over Lt. Gov. Ben Barnes in a four day tax crisis. The legislature repealed a 2 cent per gallon gasoline tax, trimming the bill to 622 million and curbing a major tax increase. Smith hinted at future third term plans, discussed welfare funding, and cited federal aid as a potential offset. He also planned a trip to Amarillo for a city terminal dedication.
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Ben Barnes
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Barnes
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Mutscher
Wilbur Mills
Washington
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Thornton
Old Carlisle
Tech
Portales
New Mexico
Colorado
Texas Tech
Rocky Mountain State
Amarillo
Voters To Decide Fates Of Amendments On State Ethics And Welfare
Voters will face amendments affecting ethics rules and financial disclosure for officials, a legislature pay debate, and outreach on expanding amendment proposals. Proponents say ethics enforcement boosts public trust while opponents warn of pay raises and vague rules. The package also covers welfare ceilings, water bonds, and potential rule changes for special sessions.
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Commission
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State Judicial Qualifications Commission
Texas
Blast Kills Two Men Near Lamesa Oil Field
An explosion at an oil well near Lamesa killed Casey and Laster as they sat in a station wagon about 60 feet away. King of Austral Oil Co said explosives were being pumped into the well after mixing and that all safety precautions had been observed. The blast sent flames over 500 feet high, demolished the auto, shattered nearby windows, and damaged several nearby buildings. The victims were taken to Branon Funeral Home and will be moved to Irving.
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Casey
Laster
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Irving
Tech Commencement Honors 2,870 Graduates and Top Scholars
In Lubbock Texas the 1970 commencement at Texas Tech conferred degrees on 2,870 graduates. Top scholars included Marlene Chandler Phyllis Ann Austin Michael Irwin Sadler Alex Sears Ronald Thuett Richard Simms Carol Seaborn and Jack Driskill. Simms earned a perfect 4.0 GPA. Vernacular remarks urged prudent investments in life and environmental balance as the audience heard invocations and benediction from local clergy. Special music and congregational rites accompanied the ceremony.
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Pecora
Murray
Marlene Chandler
Throckmorton
Business
Phyllis Ann Austin
Dallas
Education
Michael Irwin Sadler
Whitharral
Engineering
Alex Franklin Sears
San Angelo
Ronald Joe Thuett
Post
Agricultural Sciences
Tie
Richard Stephen Simms
Houston
Carol Dean Seaborn
Muleshoe
Jack Driskill
Tulsa
Simms
Court Okays Increase In Postal Rates Today
Newspapers face higher costs as postal rate hikes take effect including first class stamps rising from 6 to 8 cents and air mail from 10 to 11 cents. The Supreme Court denied emergency relief and the Postal Rate Commission oversees ongoing review, with temporary rates allowed after 100 days if the commission has not acted.
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Washington
Supreme Court
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Australia
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South America
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T W Jackson Rites Pending
T W Jackson 60 of Anton died Saturday at Methodist Hospital Lubbock. Services are pending with Rix Funeral Directors. Survived by two sisters Lora Roe Anton Ruth Riley Schulenburg and three brothers R B Jackson Jarrell R D Jackson Angleton M R Jackson Joshua.
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T. W. Jackson
Methodist Hospital
Lubbock
Rix
Lora Roe
Ruth Riley
Schulenburg
Jarrell
R. D. Jackson
Angleton
M. R. Jackson
Joshua
Campaign drive by Vietnamese and U S forces near Hue
General Giai described a joint operation by the 1st South Vietnamese Infantry Division and the U S 101st Airborne based at Camp Eagle near Hue with plans for possible American entry. Lt Col Kham Van Dinh said air strikes targeted Communist road networks from the Ho Chi Minh trail into Thua Thien province.
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U.S. 101St Airborned
Camp Eagle
Hue
A Shau
Kham van Dinh
Ho Chi Minh ‘Trail
Laos
South Vietnam
Thua Thien
Prescription for Supercool Stress Reduction from Apollo Memo
Astronaut stress tips emphasize home life balance, weight control, alcohol in moderation, smoking avoidance, faith, and personal goals. Berry advises astronauts to maintain fitness, avoid pills, and manage diet while enjoying occasional drinks. Apollo 14 veteran Edgar Mitchell notes religious belief can differ from traditional views. The plan: stay in shape, stable home life, moderation, faith, and clear personal aims.
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William Anders
Edgar Mitchell
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