State budget outlook tied to new federal revenue sharing
The first $40.9 million federal revenue-sharing payment to Texas as fiscal agent prompts a no-new-taxes budget plan for 1973 75. Gov. Preston Smith and Lt Gov Dolph Briscoe expect tax relief, with House Speaker Price Daniel Jr. optimistic about a tax-free session, while the Legislative Budget Board proposes an $8.8 billion budget with no additional revenue. Local governments also received revenue-sharing checks, differing from estimates due to updated census figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Preston Smith
Texas
House
Price Daniel Jr
Christmas Visitors and Family Travels Across Texas
A fragmented social note lists relatives and friends visiting in Whitewright and nearby towns over the holidays. Rev Eddie Marphrous and David of Hico spent time with local families in Whitewright, with trips to Dallas Fort Worth and Denton included among multiple extended family gatherings.
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Eddie Marphrous
David
Hico
J. D. Marlow
Wendell Withrow
Dallas
Milton Slavecock
Richard
Garland
W. B. Guy
van Alstyne
Jimmy Childress
Mrs One
Key
Pat
Jerry Jester
Dee Robins
Ft. Worth
Emnett Green
Tim
Charles Laves
Mexia
Russell Summers
Denton
Viola Wright
Jackie Jester
Ranae
Jesse Boatright
Tom Bean
Ray Norris
Jeff
Austin
Johnny Claborn
Randolph
Patricia Wright
Container Plants Need Winter Care
Dr William Welch of the Texas Agricultural Extension Service warns container plants need winter protection due to exposed root systems. Overwinter small containers by sinking in ground and mulching. move frost sensitive plants indoors if possible and keep evergreens moist during winter to prevent dehydration.
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William Welch
Texas Agricultural Extension Service
Welch
Social Security rules change in 1973 with earnings limits
Gus Jones of Sherman outlines 1973 changes to social security earnings tests. Under 72 can earn up to 2100 yearly without losing benefits, with reductions on higher income. People over 72 retain full benefits. disability rules vary. Also, 175 monthly threshold before counting wages for months before age 72. Office details provided. Plant care notes follow weather caution about tropical greenery overwintering risks.
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Gus Jones
Social Security
Sherman
Jones
N. Travis
Choosing winter wear for kids by Texas A&M expert
Marilyn Brown of the Texas Agricultural Extension Service advises on selecting warm dry outdoor clothing for children. She notes active kids can overheat if overdressed and stresses fabric construction multilayer design warmth and fit, with emphasis on wool acrylic pile quilted fabrics, closely woven layers, warm lining, cuffs, generous hems and easy on off. She also recommends waterproof shoes dry socks mittens or gloves and head ear coverings for health.
Permit Deadline Extended for Highway Sign Owners
The Texas Highway Commission extended the license and permit filing deadline for owners of signs along Interstate and primary highways from December 31 to June 30, 1973. The action follows requests from the advertising industry and individual sign owners who needed more time to comply with the Texas Highway Beautification Act. Owners must file for a license and sign permits, post bonds, and pay a five dollar permit per sign. Contacts and forms are available through the Right of Way Division, Texas Highway Department, Austin and district offices.
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Texas Highway Commission
Texas Highway Department
P. O. Box
Austin
Texas
Highway Department
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Bill Boykin
Texas Press Association
Lillion
LBB
Dolph Briscoe
Smith
Ggg Geesseneengeeen Ene
Frank Watkins
Denison
Dixie Mallard
Gay and Nan
Huntsville
Alabama
Norman Watkins
Lynn and
Jody
Richardson
Gary Ryon
Dottie Browe
Larry Ryon
Jennifer
L. A. Watkins, Jr
Roxanne
L. A. Watkins, Sr
Jerry Martin
Nannette
Homer Ryon
Whitewright
Ste" Ae
Bells
Steve Henderson
Mary Stone Myers & Associates Real Estate
South Ball St. Grapevine
Marilyn Brown
Consumer Education
Texas A&m Universary
Miss Brown
CPS
Carr Smith
David Johnson
Charles Pierce
Jack Rogers
Tom Sears
Community Public Service
Money
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Charley Brown
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