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Childress Index

Location

Childress, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1966

Page

6

City Court and Permits Report from Local Court

City court lists include negligent collision fines for Robert Don Wood and failures to yield by Cornelius Blair and William H. Jones, plus alcohol influence for Douglas Watkins. Building permit notices cover Watkins Department Store marquee remodel for 1200 and A Brune additions for 450. Divorces none. justice court fines include over gross weight 40 and multiple speeding and license violations.

Robert Don Wood Cornelius Blair William H. Jones Douglas Watkins Watkin's Department Store A. Brune E. Se Edna H. Elliott Ruby McCoy Hulton Jack Fields S. Huff Evelyn Odhams Eck Harold Fields Gordon Graviey Billy R. Cogbill Gerald McCulloch Richard S. Huff FE. L. Bolden R. C. Seoss J. G. Gilkey Robert Curry Gladys Cros Noe Virgil Blakney Chevrolet Dan Davis Buick H C. Rogers William L. Denny

Childress Bobcats Football Hopes Spark Public Interest

The text notes a belief that the Childress Bobcats may struggle this season, yet fans anticipate improved football. It mentions ticket purchases and renewed attendance as voters assess the team and local enthusiasm alongside a broader discussion of labor law changes and unions.

London professor urges brutal ritual for World Cup fairness

UPI reports London University professor Alex Comfort argued in a magazine analysis that World Cup soccer needs built in uncertainties and a blameworthy referee. He proposed the ritual could be more effective if the referee were killed and eaten.

Hand Writing Is On Walt For School Dropout

J W Hamilton, superintendent of schools, urges Childress youth to return to school this fall as unskilled labor demand shrinks. He warns dropouts face higher unemployment and stronger competition from older workers and notes high school education is a prerequisite to training and adaptability in tomorrow's industry.

J W. Hamilton Childress Hamilton Texas

Desmaison Suspended Over Rescue Bid With Hemming

The Mountain Guides Association of Chamonix suspended Rene Desmaison for failing to notify the group about a rescue attempt on a nearby peak conducted with American alpinist Gary Hemming to save two German climbers.

Chamonix France UPI Mountain Guides Association Rene Desmaison Desmaison Gary Hemming

Paschal siege ends as police storm Atlanta house

Police and hundreds of spectators surrounded a northwest Atlanta home as Paschal exchanged fire with pistols and a shotgun from windows. Tear gas, armor, and an armored truck were used before officers made a final dash to breach the doors. Paschal's wife cried out from next door as the siege unfolded.

Paschals Atlanta Paschal

Moroccan Trawler Captain Charged After Fatal Capsize

The captain of an overloaded Moroccan trawler, with about 60 aboard, has been charged with involuntary homicide and drunkenness after the vessel capsized near a Moroccan port last week, causing 19 deaths.

Agadir Morocco

Prisoner Kasler Linked to Vietnam Bombing Raids

A released statement says Kasler, based in Thailand, wore prison striped pajamas and took part in bombing raids at Thanh Hoa and Vinh Ling provinces in North Viet Nam. He told captors he felt uneasy when ordered to bomb the North and recalled narrowly escaping anti aircraft fire in the past.

Korea Kasler Thailand Thanh Hoa Vinh Ling Viet Nam North

Hong Kong Readership Boost Planned By China Paper

The official People’s Daily will cut its Hong Kong subscription price and speed up home deliveries to expand readership in the British colony, according to distributors speaking Saturday.

Hong Kong UPI China Crown Colony

Chicago Civil Rights March Postponed Amid Tensions

The march led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was indefinitely postponed after Chicago officials secured guarantees of open housing and police protection. King and core leaders faced pressure from groups like the West Side Organization led by Chester Robinson, while Cicero authorities prepared for possible demonstrations without a parade permit. Frankfurt officials weighed guard plans but ultimately canceled mobilization as CORE and community leaders framed the delay as time to mobilize for broader turnout.

King Monroe Sharp SNCC King March Chester Robinson West Side Organization WSO Cook County Richard Ogilvie Cicero Ogilvie Maren Kine Berkes Towr Kerner Chicago Robinson Springfield Martin Luther King Chicago Freedom Movement Machinists Union Robert Lucas

Philippines seeks WHO and SEATO help against hemorrhagic fever

The Health Ministry announced in Manila that officials asked the World Health Organization and SEATO for aid in fighting a hemorrhagic fever outbreak. By Friday, the illness had killed 29 people and hospitalised 2,000 since August 1.

Manila UPI Philippines World Health Organization Southeast Asia Treaty Organization Health Ministry

Yangtze Alley Supports 3500 Persons per Square Mile

Parts of China's Yangtze valley show dense settlement with estimates suggesting about 3,500 people per square mile in local basins. The description notes high population in riverine corridors and impacts on land use and resources.

China

Policeman Describes Son’s Disappearance Path

Skokie officer Jensen, in 30 months on force, spoke about his missing three year old son. He noted the boy would face bridges and railroad tracks before reaching the park, calling it a long way for a little boy to go.

Jensen Skokie

Kinsey trial details blood stained evidence in case

Kifunta testified Kinsey's chest and trousers bore blood while a iron bar, a stone, and a book titled Little Big Man were entered as exhibits. Prosecutors allege Kinsey attacked Peverly, fracturing her skull and causing a cerebral hemorrhage during the struggle. Trial adjourned to Monday.

Kifunta Kinsey Big Man Peverly Effiwatt

Mary Tyler Moore to star in Tiffanys Broadway musical

UPI reports television star Mary Tyler Moore will play Holly Golightly in the Broadway musical adaptation of Breakfast at Tiffanys. The casting marks a high profile transition from TV to stage for Moore as the show prepares for its Broadway run.

Mary Moore Stage Hollywood UPI Mary Tyler Moore Holly Golightly Breakfast At Tiffany

Canada faces rail strike crisis across provinces

Weekend retreat discussions outside Ottawa highlight Parliament resupply by air as rail walkout disrupts normal sessions. Iberia seeks airlift for northern communities facing food shortages. PEI ferries rely on private links while Campbell weighs Coast Guard crews. Ontario industry downsizing hits Sudbury nickel sector and Brantford farm equipment plant. Abitibi warns of full shutdown if strike endures.

Ottawa Iberia Edmonton Maritime Provinces Prince Edward Island Alex Campbell Coast Guard Ontario Canada International Nickel Co Sudbury Ont Massey-Ferguson Brantford Abitibi Pulp and Paper Concern

Weather Brief Foresees Thunder Showers Across Texas

Most sections of Texas have a chance for occasional thunder showers Saturday night and South Central and Southeast Texas are due for some Sunday. The outlook notes unsettled conditions with possible brief downpours across the region.

Texas South Central

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