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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1966
Page
8
McNamara defended U S policy in Asia asserting Red China and insurgent forces threaten Southeast Asia. He urged support for Johnson's military aid plan and warned of expanded U S commitments if needed. Senate hearings focused on Vietnam and external intervention in the region.
The fight over reapportionment pits Sen. Everett Dirksen against foes of the proposal as Democrats back a plan for equal protection of the law. Supporters argue one man one vote improves legitimacy while opponents warn of distorted representation and entrenched self interest in legislatures.
Defense Secretary McNamara answers critics on Vietnam policy, insisting bombs stocks are ample and air operations remain unmatched. He predicts new Viet Cong offensives during the monsoon and argues for elections in Saigon as a path to stability despite dissent.
Multiple birth notices listed with parents and occupations. Daughters and sons born at area hospitals with weights ranging from about 4 pounds to 7 pounds 10 ounces. Fathers include laborers, construction workers, drivers, and clerks. hospitals noted include West Texas Hospital and Methodist Hospital.
U S jets in the Haiphong Hanoi corridor blasted railroad and highway bridges cutting main North Vietnamese traffic. A spokesman said one railroad span and two highway spans were destroyed in the strike near Haiphong, part of a day of assaults on Red River delta targets.
An unnamed ambassadorial attache describes a restricted U S diplomatic entertaining budget with a $100 annual allowance and a $15 reimbursement from a recent $300 expense. He notes private entertaining persists despite congressional limits and few large functions.
Widespread storm brings ferocious winds and freezing temperatures. Trailers toppled in Bakerfield while tornadoes struck suburbs of Kansas and Colorado. Hail hit near St. Louis and rainfall measured in several cities. Agricultural losses from Mesa County peaches loom up to 6 million dollars with apricot crops ruined. Weather clash spurred snow in Wyoming and the Black Hills as five storm-related deaths occur.
The 1966 Home Show highlights guitars including solid body and transistor organs with built in percussion and a color lighted keyboard. A theater organ with walnut finish attracts crowds. Decorative lighting using heat-activated liquids draws interest as show runs through Sunday. Doors open 4 p m Friday and Saturday 4 p m to 10 p m. The event supports the South Plains cotton industry and Miss Nancy Bernard.
Citizens' Traffic Council members weigh legality and practicality of teen juries. Fort Worth advocates report no legal issues while recommending expansion to junior highs as Lubbock awaits a decision.
Patricia Ann Morrison of Austin was named Bluebonnet Queen at a governor's office ceremony. She is a University of Texas student and daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. Gary Morrison. The statewide committee was headed by Mrs. Robert Ward Cutler and included several campaign members and Rep. Bill Satterwhite.
Ford faced reporters with a firm stance on wartime leadership saying he would not demean the chief magistrate. He accused mismanagement and hinted at Republican splits on Viet Nam policy while steering the briefing to a House Republican Policy Committee statement and Secretary defense Roberts.
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