Night in Old Pecos kicks off 50th Pecos Rodeo week
A week of events starts at 7 p.m. near the chamber of commerce at 111 S Cedar to mark Pecos Rodeo's 50th anniversary. Golden Girl nominees, a Roy Bean Saloon melodrama, 1929-era skits, dances, crafts, and a Pioneer family honor highlight the first night with specials like a souvenir postcard by Marion Russell.
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Food shortage fears sweep nation as truckers protest
Fears of food shortages rise from the East to the Plains as California farmers plow fresh produce and Midwestern meatpackers send troops home. Industry leaders urge ending the independent truckers shutdown to save California's 40 percent share of fruits and vegetables.
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Mandatory weekend gasoline sales urged in Texas
The Texas Tourist Development Agency asked Gov. Bill Clements to consider requiring gas stations to sell on Sundays to curb panic buying. Executive Director Frank Hildebrand said weekend sales could save the state gas grief on Fridays and Mondays as shortages loom.
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Texas truckers press meeting with Gov Clements in Austin
Texas truckers from San Antonio El Paso Dallas Forth Worth Houston Lubbock and East Texas head to the Capitol for an 11 a.m. meeting with Gov Bill Clements in his private office amid warnings of up to 2000 trucks converging on downtown Austin. A spokesman for independent haulers says the group seeks a peaceful settlement.
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Call to President Carter: Consumer groups urge inflation halt
A 70 group coalition led by Consumers Opposed to Inflation in the Necessities urges President Carter and Congress to curb inflation, arguing it acts as a silent tax. They claim a 3 percentage point drop in 18 months is possible and highlight rising food, housing, fuel, and medical costs.
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Estes trial resumes as Tyler financier denies POA signing
In Dallas AP report, Tyler financier disputes signing a power of attorney used to authorize Billie Sol Estes and an associate to sign Pyron's name on five leases. Handwriting expert says the signature is genuine, while prosecutors call the document forged to mislead investors.
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Weather outlook for Pecos area through Thursday
West Texas forecast calls for sunny conditions through Thursday with fair nights and warmer days. Highs are in the 90s across most areas, with near 105 in the Big Bend low lands and 62 to 72 overnight, except upper 50s in the mountains. isolated afternoon and evening thunderstorms are possible mainly in extreme south locales.
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