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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1981
Page
1
The Boston Celtics captured their 14th NBA championship by defeating the Houston Rockets 102 to 91 in Houston. Larry Bird led the effort with 27 points, 13 rebounds and 5 assists in the deciding game. Details appear on Page 1B.
The United States will keep the July 1 11.2 percent cost of living increase for 36 million Social Security recipients after White House officials ruled out postponement. Health Secretary Schweiker said the issue was dropped, despite earlier talk of delaying the inflation adjustment to October as part of broader budget cuts. The administration aims to avert a deficit crisis and protect the trust fund as the baby boom generation retires. Firefly lighting paths image description follows a National Geographic composite illustration.
Governor Bill Clements warned that if Reagan's budget plan passes Congress Texas would lose up to 610 million in federal funds for 1982 83. The final 1982 83 spending bill awaits conference committee writing and comptroller certification while federal cuts affect highway health Medicaid education and local aid with some increases in food stamps and student aid. The tent program to ease prison crowding progresses with 102 tents and transfers to halfway homes are planned.
Congress approves a $695.4 billion budget outline for 1982-1984. The deal backs large defense and social program spending, rejects most Social Security cuts, and keeps Reagan’s 30 percent three year personal tax cut in place. Projected 1982 deficit falls to $37.6 billion with a 1984 surplus just over $1 billion.
Washington reports the Reagan White House will not seek further aid for U.S. automakers despite Japan's 7.7 percent import cut. Transportation Secretary Drew Lewis says Detroit must act, noting the policy shifts favor revisions to safety and emissions rules. Industry executives urge quick action to cut 1983 model costs, arguing potential savings could reach billions.
Gov. Bill Clements announced a Texas land swap will yield a 300000 acre state park by trading 190000 acres owned by the University of Texas and 60 000 acres state lands plus 50 000 acres from private sources. The parcels include 28 miles of Rio Grande frontage and sit near Big Bend. Energy exploration may occur while preserving ecology.
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