Reeves County road bond election seeks voters August 20
Commissioners call for a $750 000 Reeves County road improvement bond to fund better roads to Balmorhea Orla Pecos and Toyah. County officials say the bonds can be retired without raising tax rates due to strong oil gas and mineral revenues and Reeves County’s low debt. The message urges absentee voting for progress and the bond issue.
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Commissioners Court backs Pecos in Duval Corp appeal
The Pecos area cheers after Reeves County Commissioners move to push Duval Corporation to choose Pecos as its main operation base. A $750,000 bond election funds county road construction to two Sulphur sites, seen as decisive, contrasting delays in nearby opportunities. A Pecos resident criticizes prior slow actions by officials.
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Reeves County bonds urged to attract sulfur plant work
Local writer asks Pecos and Reeves County property owners to vote in favor of bonds funding road construction to serve sulfur plant sites, arguing the move will bring major economic benefits and show company officials the area’s commitment.
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Pecos
Reeves County
Court speaks State Supreme Court blocks McClelland GOP bid
State Supreme Court refused to hear McClelland's suit to force Harris County and State GOP chairs to certify him as the Republican House candidate. He won 6,659 votes to 2,992 in the GOP primary, but the county chair refused certification citing insufficient residency.
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Harris County
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Peter O'Donnell
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Carl McRay
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West Texas
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Yarbrough Pushes Bilingual Education Funding Amid Debate
Senator Yarbrough warns a key education bill hangs in balance as Congress debates funding for bilingual programs. He notes 750000 Spanish speaking Texas students face language barriers and cites San Antonio and South Texas success, urging restoration of a $5 million federal allocation and support from colleagues.
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National Job Bank Aims to Expand Opportunities
Senator John G. Tower advocates a National Job Bank using computer matching to link job seekers with openings nationwide. He cites education housing and income as keys and urges creation of a major computer center with local branches to supply personalized employment opportunities.
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Postal Service Curtailed by Congressional Action
West Texans report on Postmaster General Watson orders to cut postal services to meet Public Law 90-364 budget cuts. House consideration aims to exempt the Post Office from manpower reductions while preserving essential service. outlines planned closures, reduced deliveries, and vacancy freezes affecting rural routes and 4th and 3rd class offices.
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Thank You Card from the Manahans
A thanks note from Chas F and Stella Manahan expresses gratitude for cards letters flowers and gifts received while in the hospital in Temple and after returning home The message asks blessings for supporters and closes with a mention of the Manahans guidance on local public safety salary inquiry inquires about a $590 monthly interest and prompts contact with a DPS office or patrolman.
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