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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1968

Page

4

Taxes and Education Dominate Texas Lawmakers Session

Associated Press reports the 61st Texas Legislature opens amid tax reform and public education funding as primary issues. Lawmakers consider corporate and income taxes, sales tax broadening, and a $7.5 billion push for education, with teacher pay raises and budget gaps amid shifting leadership in Austin.

Garth Jones Actin Ephe Kia Associated Press Texas John Connally Texas Water Plan Bist Preston Smith Legislative Aie Ben Barnes Gus Mutscher Brenham Austin

Motel Blaze Kills One In Downingtown Inn

Fire destroyed the central Downingtown motor inn after burning two hours. A charred body was found later, not yet identified. About 12 guests fled into freezing temps as fire gutted the main building and kitchens. Damages exceed $500,000. rebuild plans for the main unit are underway.

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