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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 18, 1966

Page

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U S Policy Hearings Dominate Capitol Hill

Senate Foreign Relations Committee questions Secretary of State Rusk over Viet Nam policy and Johnson’s foreign aid request as MeNamara testifies. Republicans press on war controversy, Ford cites mismanagement, Nixon endorses constructive criticism while Dirksen faces constitutional vote.

United Frees International Ashington Senate Foreign Relations Sec. of Dean Rusk Viet Nam Congress Johnson Tuk Sec. of Defense Robert S. Menamara Ching Sen J. Witam Fulbright D. Ark Rusk China Tusk Peking Capitol Hill House Dirksen Senate Senate Gop Everett Mo Dirksen Mulliy Supreme Court Community Relations Service Commerce Justice Department GOP Waters U.S Gerald BR. Ford Democratic Party Ford Richard M. Nixon New Orleans

Surprises in Income Tax Withholding Change May 1

Taxpayers face the first graduated withholding system in U.S. history starting May 1. Lower income brackets will see less withheld, higher brackets more, with total yearly tax unchanged. The change accompanies broader measures from the March 14 law to fund the Viet Nam war and curb inflation, including auto and telephone tax cut suspensions and faster corporate collections.

Joseph RR. Coyne WesgaTon U.S Uncle Sam

New Math Seen As Superficial by Originator

A Lubbock area article quotes one of the originators criticizing current math instruction as largely trivial and superficial. The piece appears on page 3, section A. A separate poll on page 7 indicates a majority of citizens favor a proposed Viet Cong peace proposal.

Spain Rumor Engages Jackie Kennedy in Seville Event

Seville hosts Europe s glittering social season as rumors swirl that Mrs. John F. Kennedy may announce an engagement to Spanish diplomat Don Antonio Garrigues y Diaz. Garrigues denies the chatter while Jackie Kennedy travels from Madrid to Seville with her two children not accompanying her.

Seville Spain John F. Kennedy Europe High Machineless Pthes New York Argentina Garrigues Vatican Kennedy

Aisles Jammed At Times At 12th Lubbock Home Show Opening

The Avalanche Journal reports 7 500 attend the opening day of the 12th Home Show and Trade Exposition at Municipal Coliseum. Doors opened early as aisles filled. visitors arrived from Lubbock and towns within 120 miles. Five people won merchandise certificates totaling 5 500 with daily prizes through the week.

Avalanche-Journal Lubbock Municipal Coliseum Anita Martin 19Th St James Heith Avalanche Journal Cit Corpus Christi Gulf Coast R. V. Wood 16Th St Littlefield Judy Cleveland 30Th St Ray Green 43Rd St

OSU Hires Hall Sparkling Debate Over New Journalism Director

At Ohio State University faculty oppose the Thursday hire of Dr. William E. Hall Jr. to head the journalism school. Nine professors criticize the selection saying Hall lacks direct journalism experience and comes from Nebraska where the campus paper is student-led. Hall asks for patience while presenting his program to justify the appointment.

Lumbus Ohio Ohio State University William E. Hall Jr University of Nebraska Journalism School George Kienzle Hall Nebraska Texas’ Tech OSU Lopen Press of Ohio Hall Page

Prayer of Gratitude and Guidance

A devotional note praises God for love and protection as travelers hope to walk a steady path through life. The anonymous prayer emphasizes faith and spiritual strength for daily journey.

Firemen and Moonshine Stir Roaring Springs Memory

A nostalgic tale recalls Roaring Springs near Matador Motley County where a volunteer fire brigade once laughed and helped guard a moonshine fueled summer revelry. A shiny red fire truck, chain drive and all, responded as flames rose in the east prompting a lookout to cry out the blaze.

Roaring Springs Matador Ranch Quanah

Chinese President Liu Shao-Chi Visits Rangoon

Chinese President Liu Shao-Chi arrives in Rangoon Burma for a three day state visit greeted by Gen. Ne Win chairman of Burma's Revolutionary Council at the airport.

RED Rangoon Burma Liu Shao Chi Communist China Ne Win Revolutionary Council

Tornadoes Strike In State Oklahoma

Tornadoes hit Texas twice and Oklahoma once late Sunday causing structural damage and injuries. A shopper was injured when a grocery store chimney collapsed on a pickup. a drive in theater screen and a radio tower were toppled. cars were overturned in the storms. Weather across the South Plains brought scattered showers with minimal moisture.

Mike Read Avalanche-Journal South Plains Reese Afb Tulia Lubbock Texas Oklahoma Eagle Pass Brady

Jets Down by North Vietnam Rescue Recovers All Crews

U S jets were shot down over North Vietnam on Sunday leaving five crewmen rescued. Helicopters located crews in mountains and sea while Marines battled Viet Cong 340 miles north of Saigon. A Hueyed rescue race saw Capt Jennings beat Capt Cowell back to base with the rescued Air Force and Navy crews.

AIGON North Viet Nam U.S North Vietnamese Saigon Long Hoi Vinh Navy U.S. Air Force Second Air Force South China Sea Air Force Hie Jerry W. Jennings el Paso Wiliam Cowell Honolulu Jennings

Oscar Night Showdown Promises Tight Academy Awards

Hollywood hosts Oscar Day with a close race in Best Actress between Julie Andrews and Julie Christie. Best Actor contenders are Rod Steiger Oskar Werner and Lee Marvin. Best Picture is uncertain between Sound of Music and Doctor Zhivago as Laurence Olivier and Richard Burton miss the ceremony.

Hollywood UPD Motion Picture Capital Julies Andrews Christie Osevar Rod Steiger Oskar Werner Lee Marvin iMusic Doctor Zhivago Miss Christie London Miss Andrews Steiger the Pawnbroker Marvin Cat Ballou Werner Sir Laurence Olivier Richard Burton

Weather Summary for Lubbock and Vicinity

Mostly cloudy today with scattered showers developing tonight. High 65 to 70, low upper 40s. east to northeast winds 15 to 25 mph. Temperatures logged include 74 at Amarillo and 83 at something unspecified. humidity around 18 to 25 percent at midnight.

Lubbock MT PO Phuel Abilene Albuquerque Houston Amarillo Bes Okla Dallas Roswell Renver Val Nw Falls

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