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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1985
Page
11
The district attorney moved to drop the misapplication charge against Max Wilson, who faced $905.23 alleged theft from Ector County. Wilson paid $200 restitution as part of dismissal, after a joint conclusion that evidence was weak.
Rep Kelly Godwin of Odessa backs expanding Odessa university to four years while downplaying closing talks about UTPB. Sen Bill Sims of San Angelo vows to block closures, urging constituents to contact the speaker and their reps as Sul Ross President Jack Humphries expresses dismay.
Sul Ross officials warn a 26 percent cut to general academic budgets would hit the 65 year old institution hard, with 2 000 students from Brewster and nearby counties affected and the school already staffed at minimum levels. Rep Dudley Harrison dismisses the rumor, saying it won t reach the House or Senate floor.
Brewster County opponents focus on a 6 percent ad valorem tax approved last October to raise about 66000 for Big Bend Memorial Hospital. Administrators warn the hospital faces a 480000 deficit. lawmakers discuss a two county hospital taxing district to oversee operations with a seven member board. Local officials note potential legal hurdles and the need for voter approval.
Rebate years mirror a crude price decline but analysts say only a steep drop would hurt the city. A retailer survey after Christmas sales shows cautious optimism. Moser expects next month's check to rise about 10 percent from the prior period.
In February 1984 Midland city coffers gained 550,923 in the latest rebate, a 30.9 percent jump from January’s 420,910 and a 0.5 percent higher than December’s 547,923. Finance Director Troy Gifford commented on potential extra funds and an ongoing adjustment phase as the state mailed 997 city checks totaling 51.6 million under the 1 percent sales tax per Comptroller Bob Bullock.
Sohio Petroleum spokesman says flare at a well 18 miles west of Kermit creates extreme turbulence but poses no immediate danger. Aircraft and light planes are urged to stay clear, and Texas 302 between Kermit and Mentone is under 24 hour security. travelers should avoid the area if possible.
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