FPC nears decision on emergency interstate gas sales
The Federal Power Commission wrapped hearings on emergency gas sales to interstate pipelines and plans a rapid ruling. Chairman Dunham signaled likely approval with multiple legal approaches, asserting an emergency exists and the agency can act despite prior court rulings. The case centers on Houston Pipe Line extending 60 day emergency sales to Transcontinental Gas and United Gas Pipe Line, amid shortages affecting industries and jobs in states like South Carolina where Sen. Hollings warns 10,000 could lose work.
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Stan Benjamin
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Richard L. Dunham
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Ernest F. Hollings
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National Weather Service
Fog disrupts travel across Texas regions
Blinding fog and light drizzle created hazardous travel in much of eastern Texas with visibility near zero around Abi lene. Mild conditions elsewhere contrast with cold readings in Panhandle areas and warnings of freezing rain across the Midwest and Mason-Dixon line. Early temps ranged from minus 18 in Houston Me to 72 in Key West Fla.
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Politicians must file full report by Monday
County clerk Cathy Ashley warns last year candidates who have not completed all campaign finance forms must appear at the courthouse by 5 p.m. Monday January 17. Even small spending, such as $3.65 Christmas greetings, counts as activity and requires disclosure of expenditures donors and organization details. The notice hints at broader tax forms to follow.
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Odessa College Extension Late Registration Ends Jan 26
Missed the Odessa College Extension registration still can sign up. Bonnie Northcutt runs weekday late registration from 4 to 6 p.m. at 701 West 4th with 18 classes offered. Some courses like Welding English 131 Spanish 132 and shorthand need more students. typing may form. Call 445-3694 for details. Classes now meet at Pecos High School. room numbers posted outside Room 20.
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Odessa College
Bonnie Northcutt
Pecos High School
New Adventist Hospital Admin Arrival Expected by Feb 15
Jerry Patterson says the Adventist hospital management group will provide a new administrator by February 15. The county has avoided fund transfers to the hospital since the takeover due to a cash policy for outpatient services. Patients pay cash in advance for x rays and lab work unless emergencies or accidents occur, regardless of insurance.
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Jerry Patterson
Patterson
School board splits vote on extending contract
The school board voted not to extend the 3 year contract of Assistant Superintendent C W Wright after a two hour executive session. In a first vote Wright’s termination failed by one vote then the extension was also rejected with Meek and Reynolds opposing. Only Williams and Montgomery supported Wright’s retention. The board may revisit the issue later. Philip Ferguson received a one year extension and 10 percent pay raise. Directors Ramsey and Cowart were extended for one year. salary increases require legislative action. The board withheld 35000 on the kindergarten building until a faulty heating unit is repaired. Plans for a building trades house near 41000 were reviewed and transferred to a broker. The GI Forum gym-use proposal was turned down with a possible return by Manuel Oro na. A study was ordered on possible taxes for autos and a Bal Morhea Toyah water system to assess pipeline mileage and service. Elva Williams requested maternity leave January 14 to May 27. The next meeting was set for February 19.
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C.W Wright
Patty Montgomery
Paul Williams
Ben Meek
Elvin Reynolds
Meek
Philip Ferguson
Pecos High seniors show high drug acceptance and access
A Pecos High School survey of 300 seniors finds 73 percent view drug use as an accepted life for them and friends, 44 percent have easy access to marijuana, and 17 percent use marijuana monthly. Dodd calls for a total community action program involving schools, law enforcement, medical groups, religious bodies, media, and business leaders.
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van Robert Dodd
PHS
Dodd
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Elva Williams
Pecos
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Southern Union Gas Co
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