Texas lawmakers edge toward tax bill compromise amid drought and notices
Governor Preston Smith threatened to veto the $900 million tax plan unless fat was cut while lawmakers trimmed a $287 million gasoline tax hike. A cloud seeding program with federal agencies promises rain as Texas faces drought, with wheat losses rising. Veterans bonds raise $23.5 million to fund farm loans, and court opinions cover contracts and testifying rules.
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Austin
Tex
Preston Smith
Texas
House
Senate
Smith
Ben Barnes
U.S
U. S. Department of Defense
Bureau of Reclamation of the Interior Department
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Nixon
Veterans Land Board
Veterans Land
Bob Armstrong
Western Mattress Service Pick Up And Delivery
Mattress service advertises pick up and delivery with up to 50 percent renovation savings and guaranteed customer satisfaction. Includes phone number 754 4558 and request to leave a name.
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Western Mattress Service
Governor appoints James to Civil Appeals Court and adds commissions
Governor Smith named 18th District Judge John A. James Jr. of Cleburne to the 10th Court of Civil Appeals, succeeding the late Frank Wilson. Ralph F. Block of Houston was appointed to the Battleship Texas Commission, replacing C. H. Coffield who resigned. The governor accepted Dr. Elmer Baum’s resignation from the State Banking Board. Senate approved unemployment benefits increase from 45 to about 77 per week, with conference committee possible. House approved 60. Both chambers advanced a bill for 100 percent state financing of the minimum foundation school program. Texas Aeronautics Commission denied reopening requests by Braniff and Texas International Airlines against Southwest Airlines’ authority to fly San Antonio, Houston and Dallas–Fort Worth. Governor signed a bill for more flexible student loan programs. Nixon and Agnew to attend Lyndon B. Johnson Library dedication May 22.
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Smith
John A. James Jr
Cleburne
10Th Court of Civil Appeals
Frank Wilson
Ralph F. Block
Houston
Battleship Texas Commission
C. H. Coffield
Elmer Baum
Austin
State Banking Board
Senate
House
Texas Aeronautics Commission
Braniff
Texas International Airways
Southwest Airlines’ Authority
San Antonio
Dalas
Fort Worth
Nixon
Agnew
Lyndon B. Johnson
Kings Messengers Sunday School Class Meeting Recap
The Kings Messengers Sunday School Class of Drasco Baptist Church met with Carrie Lee for a regular class party and business meeting. Mrs. Omer Hill led a devotional on Flowers. Mrs. Bede England read a poem and Mrs. Floyd Condra directed games. Refreshments served for listed ladies.
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King’s Messengers
Drasco Baptist Church
Carrie Lee
Omer Hill
Bede Eneland
Floyd Condra
R. Q. West
Nick Nicholas
A. T. Williams
Bede England
For Sale Receipt Books at The Enterprise Office
Classified notice announces sale of receipt books available at The Enterprise office. Local buyers can inquire at the office for details and pricing.
Burleson Pushes Farm Vehicle Exemption Bill
Representative Omar Burleson of Texas introduces a bill to amend the Interstate Commerce Act to fully exempt farm vehicles from federal rules. He cites strong rural support in the 17th district and argues existing and proposed regulations are inappropriate for small farm trucks especially those under 10,000 pounds. The measure aims to ease driver qualification and regulatory burdens on farm haulers.
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Washington, D. C
Omar Burleson
Texas
Burleson
17Th Congressional District
Congress
Federal Highway Administration
Classified Items Offered for Sale in The Enterprise
Local classifieds list miscellaneous odds and ends for sale. Items include household goods, small appliances, used tools,001 and assorted trinkets. Contact details and prices vary by listing.
Prairie Chickens Show Strong Nesting Prospect in Panhandle
Dick DeArment of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department says lesser prairie chickens in Panhandle counties have good hatch prospects barring severe weather. Birds began courtship in mid March with May breeding season underway and a short open season allows harvest of surplus birds.
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Panhandle
Dick DeArment
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Department
Winters youth Hodnett graduates from Howard County Junior College
Jay Hodnett of Winters graduates from Howard County Junior College Big Spring with a major in business administration. Commencement was held Thursday May 13 at 10 a.m. He plans to attend Angelo State University next year and is the son of Mr and Mrs J C Hodnett, a 1969 Winters High School graduate.
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Jay Hodnett
Winters
Howard County Junior College
Big Spring
Hodnett
Angelo State University
J. C. Hodnett
Winters High School
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Johnston Truck & Supply
Cross Plains
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Abilene
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Runnels County
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Laredo
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Winters, Texas
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North Main
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