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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1975
Page
11
Washington notes summarize a critique of federal funded studies on marijuana alcohol and tobacco linking mixed results to crime and social trends. The piece contrasts rigorous classic science with modern social research flaws, citing biased samples vague conclusions and calls for more funding.
University professor John P. Roche argues the imperial presidency is tamed more by Congress and an unseen bureaucracy than by executive force. He cites the civil service system, CIA secrecy, and Watergate as examples of how invisible actors erode presidential control and push authority toward Congress.
A 20 year old plan to redistribute wealth gains traction as executives seek cash via ESOP Employee Stock Ownership Plan. Companies fund growth by borrowing through an ESOP trust, enabling workers to own stock at no cost while the firm gains tax advantages and lower borrowing costs. Critics warn of hidden costs and suitability limits.
This column notes key events on October 24 across history including the UN Charter force in 1945, James I's proclamation in 1603, Westphalia in 1948, Poland's partition in 1795, and other milestones. It also marks violinist David Oistrakh's death, Y A Tittle's 49th birthday, a thought from George Eliot, and Benedict Arnold’s Quebec march actions.
Columnist mocks late news and radio hype as he recalls pre TV days and a secretary’s notes, adds to collective noun lists, and laments lost comforts while urging peace over chaos.
Lt Gov Hobby highlights bills aiding Texas agriculture. Bills ban state purchases of imported dairy and foreign beef, while open space land valuations shift to productive value. Reforms update pesticide licensing and liability insurance, with broader EPA alignment and agency enforcement roles.
An editor's reader from Pecos Texas argues Baptists err over faith healing and tongues. Rev J E Holcomb of United Pentecostal Church extols glossolalia and Holy Ghost baptism as essential for salvation, urging the paper to publish. He cites Acts and Mark and invites readers to explore Pentecost beliefs.
Brigadier General Richard Montgomery criticizes his New England and New York troops during the December 1775 Canadian campaign. He describes them as the worst materials for soldiers and without zeal, calling New Yorkers sweepings of York City streets and their morals infamous. He vows never again to head such ragamuffins.
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