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Newspaper
Port Lavaca Wave
Location
Port Lavaca, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1975
Page
1
At a County School Board meeting in Calhoun schools this year a new grading system was discussed that ranks a student against personal ability rather than peers. It uses three relative values outstanding, satisfactory, or can improve to reflect individual achievement and maturity.
Atty Gen John Hill ruled that school charges such as workbooks lab fees and driver education costs are illegal unless specifically authorized by the legislature. He said free public schools under the Texas Constitution limit fees to those approved by law, potentially forcing districts to absorb costs or seek state funding and possible legislative action. The opinion could prompt changes or budget adjustments as lawmakers meet.
Weather forecast calls for fair conditions through Saturday with mild afternoons and cool nights. Northeast winds 8 to 18 mph diminishing at night. highs in the mid 70s today and upper 70s Saturday, lows near 50. Marine winds from 8 to 15 knots, seas 3 to 5 feet, with tides and sunrises/set times listed for today through Monday. Barometric pressure 30.36 inches.
Ronald G. Kuerner of Point Comfort was elected vice president of the South Texas Chamber of Commerce at its 49th annual meeting in Laredo on Oct 2. John J. Faubion and Sam Griffith of Port Lavaca joined the board of directors. Tom Burrus was re elected president. new officers include Kuerner and others. The group, active in state government, economic development, tourism, and community affairs, released its Industrial Guide and Vacation Guide.
In Austin Texas the impeachment trial of Judge O P Carrillo opens with the Senate as jury at 10 30 am He was convicted on income tax charges by a federal jury and faces potential suspension of his law license The case involves misuse of county resources and personal gain accusations plus a forthcoming State Judicial Qualifications Commission proceeding on November 3 The trial marks Texas first impeachment in 44 years and requires a two thirds vote for conviction
Washington AP reports postal rate increases take effect December 28, boosting the first class letter to 13 cents and each extra ounce to 11 cents while postal cards rise from 7 to 9 cents. The changes are expected to generate about 2.4 billion dollars in annual revenue for the U.S. Postal Service.
Banks in Calhoun County show uneven gains with two smaller banks Bank of Commerce Point Comfort and Seaport Bank Seadrift posting deposit declines this quarter while larger Port Lavaca banks hold gains First State Bank and Trust Co and First National Bank report higher deposits compared to last quarter and last year Bank of Commerce down 74102.30 this quarter Seaport Bank down 606529.90 from last quarter
The advisory committee recommended to the Port Lavaca city council a 7.5 percent return for General Telephone, two points below the company’s request, paired with pay phone rate increases to 25 cents. Ron Beck of GTE outlined a broader system hike and a city-by-city bill analysis, noting current rates and a need to raise about $205,000 to hit the 7 percent target.
Washington economists say inflation remains a concern though not a repeat of 1974’s double digit spike. September wholesale prices rose 0.6 percent. unemployment by demographic groups shows mixed changes, with teen and Black unemployment up slightly while adult men and women hold near prior rates. Farm prices climbed 4.3 percent in September as industrial commodities rose 0.7 percent, with crude materials up 2.7 percent signaling potential higher consumer prices later.
Seadrift city council will discuss annexing 171.88 acres between Orange and 15th Streets to provide police protection. Residents fear higher taxes and burden, while some doubt patrols will curb vandalism. Also on the agenda: appointing a city fire marshal, relief for the current marshal, and hiring a city auditor for 1975-76.
Chrysler Corp undercuts rivals by raising average $178 on 1975 models while eliminating some standard equipment and cutting dealer margins to reduce base prices by $34. The net sticker increase averages $122 with options up $22. GM, Ford, and AMC post larger rises. Ford idles two plants and lays off 5,725. GM suspends heavy truck and school bus output for a week, 1,100 on temporary layoff.
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