20 Nov 1976
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1976
Page
1
Houston coach Bill Yeoman and quarterback Steve Sloan discuss the looming game at Lubbock Regional Airport. Sloan notes players’ effort and intensity as the Cougars approach a crucial clash, expressing cautious pride in the season so far.
Gov. Dolph Briscoe urged local school boards to decide raises beyond automatic 5 percent, tying funds from a proposed 850 million dollar two year school aid to local control. He backed pausing additional state increases and defended a no new taxes stance while facing possible clashes with the Texas State Teachers Association. Briscoe predicted continued support for his education plan and noted no stay of execution for Robert E. White.
Texas Water Development Board executive director James Rose says no area is left out in the updated Texas Water Plan. Speaking at a Water Inc. directors meeting in Amarillo, he asserts the High Plains and surrounding regions are a top priority for future water supply.
The Texas Water Development Board weighs three approaches to bring Arkansas surplus water to the High Plains. Concepts include linking Oklahoma canal plans, a dual 28 foot pipe from Arkansas to West Texas, or an East to West Texas canal. Wayne Wyatt leads the importation study for the agency.
The Texas Tech and Houston game decides the Southwest Conference Cotton Bowl bid with Bluebonnet Bowl officials at Jones Stadium ready to invite the loser to the December 31 Bluebonnet Bowl in Ashe.
Patricia Hearst released on $1.5 million bail pending appeal of her armed bank robbery conviction. The 22 year old spent 14 months in prison and must live with her parents in San Francisco while awaiting state charges in Los Angeles. Bail conditions require residence with her parents and regular reporting to a probation officer.
The Federal Reserve Board lowered the discount rate from 5.5 to 5.25 percent effective Monday, signaling concern over signs of cooling economic strength. The cut reaches all Fed banks except St. Louis and aims to align with short term market rates.
City leaders defend a 1942 ordinance allowing detention of people in suspicious places without proof. Police chief J T Alley calls it a useful tool, while some officers insist it is a limited measure and not misused. The code, upheld by Texas courts, remains controversial among police and prosecutors.
A reader offers a brief prayer thanking God for mercy and grace to sustain through life’s trials and ends in Jesus name.
A preview notes clear skies and near 60 degree highs for the Texas Tech versus Houston game. Light NW winds 5 to 10 mph with 90 percent sunshine expected today and Sunday. A weak cold front trimmed temps slightly but no rain is forecast for the game.
Fair and mild conditions extend through today and Sunday. Highs in the low 60s, lows around 35 tonight.
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