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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1979
Page
1
Demonstrations at Kingsville and Beaumont campuses drew hundreds as Iranian flags burned and the leader was effigied. About 50 Iranians sought refuge in a dorm as hundreds of protesters marched, with no arrests or injuries reported.
Pecos High School completes an 8 win 2 loss football season under first year head coach Daylon Whitehurst. The Enterprise sports staff praises the coaching staff for professionalism and enthusiasm and notes next year’s opportunities for the Purple Pack. Also, a Texas Tourism study shows Reeves County tourist revenue reaching 9 682 000 in 1978 with 411 travel related jobs and 78 000 in local taxes, aided by Pecos Chamber of Commerce activities like the Rodeo Fall Fair Barbecue Beef Cookoff Oil and Gas Day.
City officials announce a federal grant of 18344 from the Department of Transportation Airport Development to install rights on runway 13 31 at Pecos Municipal Airport. Council has authorized engineer Bill Waller to prepare advertising bids. Work on the renovation is slated to begin next March following earlier grants of 482000 from FAA and 62000 from the Texas Aeronautics Commission.
The State Depository Board, wary of impact on small banks, increased the interest rate on state savings accounts from 10.5 to 11.5 percent. With about $2 billion in time deposits, the rise could bring in roughly $20 million more annually. Over 1,300 banks hold state deposits, and the new rate applies to all new time accounts and redeposits.
Reeves County Commissioners met yesterday and approved bids for two city lots, amended the revenue sharing budget for a net decrease, approved a 1979 tax roll of 1 831 041.44, and declared a Thanksgiving Friday holiday with Christmas holidays on December 24 and 25. They canvassed the constitutional amendment election, received bids for a road sweeper, and passed an easement for Community Public Service. Deputy Sheriff bond renewal for Paul Evans was approved.
Gov Bill Clements adviser says no need to return to odd-even gasoline limits despite Iranian oil cut. Texas Energy Council head Ed Vetter cautions plan could return if supply tight next year, while noting Texas fuel stock remains about 93 percent of last year.
Fair skies forecast for Pecos and surrounding area through tomorrow. High Monday reached 65 degrees with a 25 degree low this morning. West Texas stays fair through Wednesday with highs 55 to 65, upper 60s in the Big Bend, and lows from 28 to 35. Wednesday highs expected in the 60s.
The Buffalo Trail Council serves 18 West Texas counties with Pecos as a key community hub. United Way support totals 7 630 dollars toward staff training and camp programs for 308 Pecos youth. Explorer and Cub programs extend to local churches and clubs, with Buffalo Trail Ranch near Pecos aiding training and economy. Roland McFarland invites inquiries at 447 3894.
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