State report calls for jail system overhaul in Texas
The Texas Legislative Council approved a report urging major jail reforms including a work release program for certain inmates. The document is one of five guiding the 63rd Legislature as it convenes, noting many states already allow inmates to work during the day and return to jail at night.
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Customs chief denies Amtrak border crossing ban
LAREDO Texas AP U S Customs official Wal ter Seawell denied claims that U S Customs blocked Amtrak trains from crossing the U S Mexico border for the proposed Chicago to Mexico City service. He said trains crossed the bridge at Laredo and some cars were used, dismissing threats to dismantle upholstery and calling the Chicago report untrue.
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Japan turns to petroleum protein for livestock feed
The Agricultural Department reports Japan plans to obtain up to 11 percent of its livestock protein from petroleum byproducts by 1975. ERS notes yeast-on-paraffin wax converts petroleum into protein, yielding essential amino acids like lysine. costs may rival soybeans. France, the Soviet Union, and Britain show small global output.
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Texas Legislature Opens With Healthy Treasury and Reforms
Lawmakers convene the 63rd Texas Legislature to a healthy $1.8 billion general revenue outlook for the next two years. Speaker-designate Price Daniel Jr. plans swift reforms to empower representatives, limit executive control, and install computer terminals for status checks on bills.
UT Austin shuts 31 campus furnaces in gas shortage
UT Austin paused heat in 31 campus buildings during a city wide natural gas curtailment amid Austin’s gas supply crisis. Dormitories stay heated. other temp controlled facilities remain warm. City urges residents to limit electricity use as curtailment may continue through Wednesday.
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ASU announces spring registration and orientation schedule
Registration begins with early and late periods for new and returning students at Angelo State University. New students must apply by Monday and pre registered students pick up packets. Orientation for freshmen and transfers set for Thursday morning in the Houston Harte University Center with advisors following. Late registration runs January 15 to 19 as classes start January 15.
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Phase 3 plan details emerge at builders convention
A Cost of Living Council official said Phase 3 inflation regulations are being written and Phase 2 violations will not be revoked when Phase 3 is announced. He noted lumber and wood products receive no special treatment under Phase 3 and declined further comment. A separate note mentions Abraham Lincoln’s 1864 campaign portrait now on $5 bills.
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TV ads regulation debated as industry seeks self regulation
In Washington the TV industry pleads to continue self regulation after ACT petitions to ban all commercials from children's programs. NAB's Stockton Helffrich defends gradual policy, while powers pushes public members on the code review board. FCC hearings continue with networks opposing the ban.
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Gas firm seeks temporary halt on new gas service
Arizona Public Service Co asked the state Commission for emergency permission to refuse new gas service to areas and customers due to shortages. VP Keith Turley said the moratorium will last up to 90 days while evaluating the situation and preserving commitments already made. El Paso Natural Gas notified no increases are possible and the FPC rulemaking will last until next October.
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Birth Center in Santa Cruz Defies California Law
In Santa Cruz County seven women run Birth Center 11 2 years delivering over 100 babies at home despite California banning midwifery. They say they assist safely, educate families, and some choose hospital care for complications while others insist on home births.
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Entries Open for Miss Rodeo El Paso Contest 1972
Entries remain open for the Miss Rodeo El Paso pageant to kick off the Southwestern International Livestock Show and Rodeo February 3 11 at the county coliseum. Contestants must be 17 to 24 as of September 1 1972 never married and submit an 8 by 10 photo.
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