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Newspaper
Stamford American
Location
Stamford, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1978
Page
4
The article argues that a 200 million pound beef import increase is a political move to curb prices but may backfire by delaying herd rebuilding, risking higher prices later. It critiques the administration for blaming cattlemen and notes pending beef import stabilization plans, urging policies that smooth cycles without harming producers.
In Austin, GOP nominee Bill Clements calls for a constitutional tax ceiling to limit growth of government spending. Democratic candidate John Hill considers the concept appealing and urges study for Texas. House Speaker Bill Clayton supports a realistic ceiling. Comptroller Bullock warns revenue losses in major counties. Lawsuits, school land sales, and court rulings fill the wider tax and legal landscape as Texas weighs potential similar measures.
The Stamford Baseball Program posts next week games across majors and girls softball. Major League action includes Red Sox versus Braves and Cardinals versus Dodgers on Thursday and Monday matchups. Tee Ball sees Cougars vs Mets, Mets vs Indians, with all games at College Lake Park field.
Public notice states the City of Stamford will accept bids until 1 30 p m on June 16 1978 at City Hall for one metal building with fencing and for foundation curb and gutter work. Bids open at 1 30 p m June 16 1978 during the regular council meeting.
Stamford Jaycees installed Joe Frazier as president succeeding Tommy Hammer at a Wednesday night ceremony. The Lion club named Paul Burk Lion of the Year and Charlene Smith, Texarkana, daughter of Pearl Morris, received a federal deputy clerk appointment in Houston. The Fly Our Flag committee promotes flag display with guidance leaflets. Carl William Marugg earned a B S Agriculture from Texas Tech and is now farming.
Douglas Beggs will be drum major of the Stamford High School band for the coming season, announced by band director W E Mayes. Douglas will attend drum major school at TCU in August. Parade time was set for 4 p.m. for the Texas Cowboy Reunion opening day.
Cong Omar Burleson announces approval of a Rural Electrification Administration loan of 1,475,000 to the Taylor Telephone Cooperative Inc headquartered in Merkel. The loan will serve Taylor Callahan Coleman Fisher Jones Nolan and Shackelford counties to add 390 subscribers, build 35 miles of lines, upgrade Crews Nubia Bradshaw Nolan Noodle and Norton exchanges to single party lines, and finance system improvements.
Dear editor JA on his Paint Creek farm weighs the California tax revolt and its ripple effects across the nation. He argues limits on yearly market value increases lock in politicians and could trigger a broader movement, as voters demand tax relief and tighter government spending.
Mr and Mrs C M Hicks of Midland joined by Chuck Hicks and sons Michael and Kevin of Abilene and John Goodnight with family, all residents of Sweetwater, were guests at Mrs E C Laughlin's home Sunday. The Goodnights also visited Mrs Lynn Flowers.
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