Lubbock Avalanche-Journal April 20 1988 edition
The Saturday issue of the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal notes publication details including its Independent Democratic stance and association with publishing partners. It lists offices in Lubbock Texas and credits the paper with standard press affiliations and editorial pledges to liberty and justice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beath Plains
Sean Independent
Democratic
Bundey Ontz
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Beening
Avallnche-Journal Publichina Company
Tae
Biest
Ate
Lubtech
Tésai National
Texas Tary Press League
Qatter
Tenae Pull
Memner
Associated Press
United Press International
Parker F. Phoury
Lubbock, Texas
Johnson decision sensible restraint on new federal spending
President Johnson opts not to address a joint session on racial issues as the 1968 civil rights open housing provisions have passed, signaling restraint amid liberal pressure for costly urban programs. He seeks tax-raising gains, partners with Rep. Wilbur Mills, while private groups and business urge practical housing solutions via private investment and government partnership.
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Congress
Johnson
White House
Wilbur Mills
Ways and Means
George Bush
Houston
Chamber of Commerce
Foreigners in Washington critique of Texas influence
Washington correspondent Louis Heren of The Times of London argues the United States is not ready to be ruled by a Texan and that Texas faces resentment as a nominal Union member. He says enemies within the Democratic party used Johnson's perceived foreignness to undermine his bid for re election and urges Texas politicians to better understand eastern natives.
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Louis Heren
Washington
Times of London
United States
Johnson
Texas
Mr. Heren
Democratic Party
Mr. Johnson
England Moves to Bring London Bridge Across the Ocean
The 136 year old London Bridge is bought by the McCullough Corporation to be rebuilt near the Colorado River in Arizona. Following earlier transfers, ships and structures migrate to the United States as showpieces and museums.
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England
U.S
Atlantic
London Bridge
McCullough Corporation
Colorado River
Arizona Desert
Rene Clair
United States
Florida
London
Fulton
Winston Churchill
Westminster College
Long Beach
Calif
Britain
Public opinion as a weapon against tyranny
The piece argues that public opinion is the strongest counter to tyranny, noting dictators suppress free speech and press to prevent opinion formation. It observes that totalitarian regimes deny press freedom to avoid warnings to the people about their actions.
Epitaph for Percy Champ
An obituary style note marks the death of Percy Champ with a stark line about his gun being cocked when he climbed the fence, indicating a tragic ending. The fragment hints at a self inflicted or accidental death noted in a terse epitaph.
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Percy Champ
Inadequate presentation stalls Vietnam policy debate
Washington notes the administration struggles to persuade the public on Vietnam. Critics call for talks even near Communist-controlled areas while officials argue for a neutral site to avoid interception. President Johnson insists U.S. involvement prevents a third world war and stabilizes global peace. The piece questions why Moscow and Peking aren’t publicly pressed on their support and stresses talks must include South Vietnam for any truce to succeed.
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Washington
Vietnam
Red China
Soviet Union
Moscow
Peking
Congress
United States
Hanoi
Saigon
Kennedy and Novak report RFK gamble in Indiana primary
Sen. Edward M. Kennedy and Robert Novak discuss RFK's Indiana presidential bid as the March 28 filing deadline nears in Indianapolis. The feature analyzes Kennedy’s stance and potential strategy in the state contest.
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Indianapolis
Indiana
Sen
Edward M
Ted) Kennedy
Open Housing and Riot Law Clash in Kennedy Era Debate
Andrew Tully argues the open housing bill doubles as an anti riot law but Ramsey Clark may not enforce its riot provisions. He notes federal penalties for inciting riots and safeguarding civil rights, while condemning officials for weak actions amid recent violence and housing protection rhetoric. The piece contemplates political reactions and local Indiana campaign dynamics around Kennedy Branigin battles.
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Washington
Ramsey Clark
Clark
Johnson
Ramsey
Jest For Fun Involving Vietnam War Puzzle
The column by Bob Goddard from St. Louis Globe Democrat jokes about the Vietnam war’s complexity and how even everyday people like a barber and a cab driver struggle to propose a solution. It uses light satire to reflect on public confusion during the era.
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Bob Goddard
St. Louis Globe Democrat
Texas Navy marked on San Jacinto Day’s memories
Off Beat en Trails notes commemorate the first Texas Navy, from its four-schooner origin to San Jacinto, highlighting Liberty Invincible Brutus and Independence, their battles near Matamoros and the Rio Grande, and the fleet’s fate after the battle. Also includes Big Bend bloom notes by Phil Plimmer and a brief OBT apology.
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ED Syers
Price Daniel
Texas Navy
San Jacinto
USS
Texas
Houston
Joseph B. Hutchison
U.S
Travis
Alamo
Fannin
Goliad
Liberty
Invincible
Brutus
Independence
Santa Anna
Yucatan
Rio Grande
Matamoros
Bravo
Correo Segundo
New Orleans
Texas Republic
United States
Hutchison
Big Bend
Alpine
Phil Plimmer
Banks Stop Selling Lottery Tickets Statewide
The Wall Street Journal notes banks no longer sell lottery tickets in New York due to a new federal law. Tickets will be sold in supermarkets, department stores, movie theaters, railroad stations, and airports, but not taverns. Officials expect increased sales amid the change.
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New York
Wall Street Journal
Atomic test claims by U S forces at Eniwetok
The Atomic Energy Commission announced a test of an atomic weapon by U S forces on Eniwetok atoll in the Marshall Islands. Jake Broyles of Lubbock and Texas Tech won in the River Oaks Invitational tennis, Rodger Robinson of Houston defeated, about 350 attended a First Christian Church reception, Dr and Mrs H G Gantz moving to Tulsa, Bobbie Leta McKinnon elected president of Girl Scout Troop 68.
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Washington
Atomic Energy Commission
U.S
Eniwetok Atoll
Marshall Islands
Houston
Jake Broyles
Lubbock
Texas Tech
Rodger Robinson
First Christian Church
H. G. Gantz
Tulsa
Bobbie Leta McKinnon
Girl Scout Troop 68
Cottage
Dear Turnrow Tuner predicts Kennedy win impact
Columnist Q C McBride jokes if Bobby Kennedy becomes president government spending would rise, noting the Kennedy family size would demand more White House bathrooms. He compares U S advertising rules, wryly observing stores rarely reduce prices yet push sales, reflecting a price rise accustomed public.
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Bobby Kennedy
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Eugene McCarthy
David Lawrence
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Detroit
Newark
Chicago
Kansas City
Lyndon Johnson
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Roger Branigin
Robert F. Kennedy
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John Kraft
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Gordon St. Angelo
Wisconsin
Salinger
Sorensen
St. Angelo
Lawrence F. O’brien
CBS
Plimmer
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Ingram
Syers
C. McBride
Turnrow
Ethel
France
Q. C. McBride
Chicago ‘Tribune
New York Newan
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