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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1964
Page
2
A Sidnock Avalanche Journal report notes mixed public opinion as Senator Javits and others discuss a civil rights bill. Northern correspondents cite more support from the South, while many letters from New York state push for civil rights legislation.
Two Democratic candidates for the US Senate visited Lubbock Thursday night meeting local groups. They criticized the Republican camp ahead of the election in the ongoing campaign.
In Houston and Fort Worth areas McLendon spoke about government duties and criticized Yarborough for neglecting duty. He advocated reviving Bricker amendment to require Congress approval of executive international agreements and warned against disarmament treaties. He outlined plans to push for a 1960s era constitutional clarity.
Washington reporters recount a spoofed campaign event where top political figures were lampooned. The skit featured parodies of candidates and party platforms, with noted journalists and editors delivering humorous verses set to music, highlighting mock platforms and election week themes.
Six people were injured in three traffic mishaps on Thursday near Auburn Street and 26th Street. Authorities said a pickup truck collided with a bicycle, sending riders Sue Enos and her sister to emergency care. Gentry, 1 year old, and others were treated and released with varying injuries. The incidents involved drivers Robert Green Clime, Virginia Enos, and Barbara Lovett as officers investigated and coordinated hospital transport.
In Washington a Pentagon official testifying to a subcommittee dismissed calls for a larger hydrogen bomb. He cited the 2 megaton target of the HB-52 and questioned the value of orbital delivery for military purposes while suggesting potential but unlikely future needs.
New Delhi AP report says India believes Chinese Communists were behind Bhutan PM Jigme Dorji’s assassination. Foreign Ministry cites possible cross border links to five border areas and mentions 41 arrests including Bhutan’s deputy army chief Brig. Namgyal. Spokesman notes case is under judicial consideration and that Bhutan’s security situation is under control.
Beaumont Texas report states a thief rifled the injured driver's pockets after a wreck on a highway. The wallet belonging to 29 year old Seller Jn of New Orleans was recovered. He was hurt when his auto failed to navigate a curve near Beaumont.
Don Yarborough will attend a ceremony at Arbor Lodge to dedicate a tree honoring John F Kennedy Jr. and celebrate Arbor Day. The event notes more than 3 million Americans will play the organ today as part of the observance.
Ben Brock named principal at Snyder High School in Sweetwater and will assume duties August 1. He replaces Dr. Robert Alinton as superintendent of schools. Clinton replaces T. E. McCallura who resigned months ago. Brock has long served in the Sweetwater system as a teacher and assistant principal. He is married with two children.
A fragmented verse by Julien C. Hyer references Tye Sheplers and a sacred recital. It alludes to Brahms Requiem, Newman hymn, and the line Best are they that mourn, urging a return to God through music.
Services for Mrs. John McKee, 73, will be at 10 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Plato with Rev. Johnny Moore officiating after a lengthy illness. Burial will be in Plains under Browne Mats and Pusterel. Mrs. McKee, of McKee, Denver City, dies after illness. survived by a daughter, Birs, Joe McLarel, Rex Walker of Stamford, a sister, and eight grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
Funeral services for Mrs. Annte Casiano, 63, will be at 9 a.m. Saturday at Bethel Pentecostal Church with burial at Cemetery under Rix Funeral. She died Thursday morning at home. Survivors include a son, two brothers and a sister. The Dionne quintuplets weighed a total of 111 pounds six days after their premature birth on May 2, 1934.
Mrs Durrett long time Levelland resident dies at 66 in Texas. Funeral arrangements listed with George M. Funeral Home. Pastor William of First Baptist Church to lead rites. Survivors include relatives in Levelland and Lawrenceburg Tennessee.
Services for Mrs Marie Halfitos King are set at Christ Church in the city. The 44 year old resident of Lie enc th wan 3 wife at 229 pm Saturday. Burial will be in City of La Cemetery under direction of Olg Dobbin Funeral Home.
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