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Newspaper
Wellington Leader
Location
Wellington, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1985
Page
4
The Wellington area gains from Texas state funding shifts aimed at districts with low tax bases. Reforms include smaller class sizes for early grades, higher teacher pay, and a no pass no play rule to emphasize academics over sports. Critics warn some districts still rely on minimal funding despite equalization efforts.
Last week's 1st Congressional District runoff triggered a legal clash as the Democratic governor's election timing faced federal review. The Supreme Court refused to block a lower court order, leaving the dispute over federal review and election guidelines unresolved.
The text describes GOP claims that election date procedures violate the Voting Rights Act amid turnout patterns in July and August runoff dynamics benefiting Democrats. It notes black leadership timing and federal sentiment, plus recordable roll call votes in late July including a recess measure and an ex-presidents staff expense amendment, with named members.
The U S Coast Guard Academy invites applications for Cadet, U S Coast Guard, Class of 1990. Open to men and women, selection is nationwide and based on SAT or ACT performance and leadership. Applications due December 15, 1985. tests must be completed by early December 1985.
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