Texas would split into five states to gain more power
Sen. Bob Gammage and Rep. Fred Agnich revived a 1976 referendum plan to divide Texas into Central North South East and West Texas by population. Gov. Briscoe frowned, few legislators backing the idea, aiming to boost Texas clout with 10 senators and more electoral votes. The proposal cites 1845 annexation articles. Separately, HB 351 would expand real estate loan interest including points, allowing over 10 percent for large interim loans. Briscoe may sign. Governor also faced appointment troubles. he withdrew Ford Albritton Jr. for the College Coordinating Board amid likely rejection.
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Austin
Big Texas
Bob Gammage
Houston
Fred Agnich
Dallas
Dolph Briscoe
Agnich
Texas
Denison
Briscoe
Senate
Each for Other and Lord The Wedding Message
Upper Room meditation for March 20 1975 cites a couple planning a wedding vow to be "each for other" and "both for the Lord" as a foundation for a strong marriage. It echoes Hannah and Elkanah and prays for mutual care and devotion to God in all relationships. Thought for the day emphasizes living for others and the Lord.
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Hannah
Elkanah
Jesus
Liberal senators oppose Sterling regent nomination and more appointments
Liberal Texans threaten to oppose Walter G. Sterling for UT regent after his brief John Birch Society tie while D. Roy Harrington opposes W S Shepherd for Lamar University board. Court actions include a $10.5 million horse collision suit and a Port Arthur false death report case. Briscoe-era regent appointments cover multiple universities and state boards.
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Walter G. Sterling
Houston
Ross Sterling
University of Texas
Sterling
John Birch Society
D. Roy Harrington
Port Arthur
W. Smythe Shepherd
Beaumont
Lamar University Board of Regents
Dorsey Hardeman
San Angelo
Texas Water Rights Commission
State Supreme Court
High Court
Court of Criminal Appeals
Briscoe
Board of Regents
Texas Tech University
Don R. Workman
Lubbock
Robert Lee Pfluger
Charles G. Scruggs
Dallas
Gen
G. P. Disosway
Midwestern University Board
Homer Lee Bryce
Henderson
Joe Bob Golden Jr
Jasper
James Irvine Perkins
Rusk
It may seem strange to think you'll save gas by using gas appliances.
It argues that using gas appliances can actually save gas despite seeming counterintuitive.
Utilities bills spark Senate debate over new state agency
Three bills to create a state utilities commission to regulate rates and services faced a Senate sub committee after a weeklong hearing in three sessions. Utilities spokesmen argued the measures hinder capital and fail to guarantee lower rates while supporters say the agency would aid rate problems. Chairman Sen. Bill Moore called the vote likely to be close.
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Arillo
Texas Board of Physical Therapy Examiners
State Utilities Commission
Senate
Score
New States Agency
Senate State Affairs Committee
Bill Moore
Bryan
State Senate
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Nick Engelhart
Hollandale
Wisc
Hatton Electric CO
Vidor
W. E
San Antonio
South
Ford Albritton Jr
College Coordinating Board
Sabine Monument Company
Grand
Houston Natural
Houston Natural Gas
Bob Bullock
Senate Jurisprudence Committee
T&a Income Tax Service
Pine Plaza
Henry Talbert
Om Pe
Sears
Hardin County Savings & Loan
Ford
Ford Motor Company
Ford Courier
Courier
Ford Penn Company
Oere
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