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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 23, 1968

Page

7

Heath ousts Powell over inflammatory immigration stance

London dispatch reports Conservative leader Edward Heath says Powell is removed from the shadow cabinet for inflammatory language on curbs to colored immigration. Heath claims party unity and rejects Powell's charges of compromising principles.

London Edward Heath Britain Enoch Powell Party High Command Heath Action Sunday Powell Birmingham

Coffin Surfaces After 61 Days in Kilburn Burial

London reports detail the extraordinary resurfacing of Mike Meaney, a 33 year old Irish barman who spent 61 days buried in a coffin beneath 11 feet of earth. Dressed in blue pajamas he rose, greeted by cheering crowds and actress Diana Dors, who called it a superb feat. Meaney plans to tour France for $24,000 next month.

London UPI Mike Meaney Kilburn Meaney Diana Dors Ripley W. Va France

North-Vietnam declares independence amid Sino-Soviet pressure

TOKYO UPI report notes North Vietnam asserting independence from other Communist powers in solving Vietnam's revolution as Moscow and Beijing press for peace talks and continued aid. Bratislava reports Czech president vows socialism and equality amid liberalization, while Moscow warns against Western outreach. In Venezuela, army units killed Castroite guerrillas after a Sabana Larga raid, with a Cuban navy officer among the dead. officials dispute other claims. John Adams and John Quincy Adams noted as father and son presidents in a separate line.

Tokyo UPI Vietnam V. S. “Lenin Soviet Union Red China Hanoi Moscow Peking United States North Vietnam Bratislava Czechoslova Kia Ludvik Svoboda Prague Vienna Alexander Dubcek Antonin Nvotny Dubcek Kremlin Communist Party Viktor Grishin Czechoslovakia Washington Europe Caracas Venezuela Sabana Larga

Johnson Signs DC School Board Election Bill

President Johnson returned to Washington and signed a bill to establish an elected District of Columbia school board for the first time since 1964. The 11-member board will have eight district elected members and three at large, replacing judges of the federal district court as selectors. Johnson has been away since April 12 and plans meetings with congressional leaders before a possible tax surcharge appeal.

Washington Johnson White House Texas Hawaii District of Columbia Federal District Court North Vietnam South Korea Chung Hee Park George Christian State Department S. S. Savannah

Garter A Snap For Charlie LONDON AP

Queen Elizabeth II named four new honorees to the nations highest orders and said Prince Charles will be installed as a Knight of the Garter in June. Viscount Amory and Viscount de Lisle received new Knights of the Garter. An artisan and a scientist were named to the Order of Merit. Ben Nicholson and Sir Solly Zucker man named. Charles to be invested June 17 at Windsor.

London Elizabeth II Prince Charles Knights of the Garter Viscount Amory Canada Viscount de Lisle Australia

Clifford Optimistic South Viets Ready To Step Up War Role

Defense Secretary Clark Clifford said South Vietnam, bolstered by new U.S. arms, is ready to take a larger war role as American forces plan a gradual reduction. He stressed rapid delivery of modern weapons, future leveling off of U.S. troops, and a goal of a peaceful settlement unless Hanoi continues fighting. Clifford tied U.S. aid to the Truman Doctrine and said no South Vietnamese base or port will remain American, only assistance for self defense.

New York UPS Clark Clifford U.S Clifford Associated Press United States Hanoi South Vietnam Vietnam Colt Industries Inc Defense Department Greece Turkey

Global vehicle share shifts with American dominance

Americans drive 56 percent of the world’s passenger cars and 40 percent of all commercial vehicles, highlighting U.S. dominance in global motor fleets and implications for trade, industry, and policy.

Doctor urges wider use of methadone for addiction

New York physician Dr. Vincent P. Dole urged broad medical adoption of methadone noting its potential to convert many addicts into productive citizens. He warned against government restrictions limiting use to research and outlined successful experiences at Rockefeller University and other programs.

Washington (Ap New York Vincent P. Dole Rockefeller University Federal Bureau of Narcotics Dole National Academy of Sciences Baltimore Chicago Philadelphia New Orleans

Denture Aid Claims Boost Comfort by FASTEETH Use

Claims from a clinical test state FASTEETH can improve denture comfort by up to 35 percent when sprinkled on plates. PABTEETH is non acidic and not sour, with no gummy taste, and helps control denture odor. Regular dental visits remain essential for health and fit.

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