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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1963
Page
6
FROM PAGE ONE Don Garrison Houston House sponsor Several senators visited the House to listen to the crucial loan shark debate In mid afternoon Lt Gov Preston Smith dropped by for a chat with Speaker Byron Tunnell The annexation bill passed the House once it returns for further action.
Senators denounced a proposed annexation reform as a fraud while affirming arguments for regional control. The measure would curb home rule powers, set buffer zones, and allow cities to annex only 10 percent annually, drawing fire from Crump Owen and Blanchard. Separate loan bills set rates up to 19 per 100 on $100 and revised terms for under $100 loans, with amendments debated and rejected.
A string of birth notices from Methodist and Reese AFB Hospitals lists numerous newborns. Parents include Lewter, Brown, Grimes, Beard, Brown, Baker, Mendez, Cade, Harris, Medlock, Cox, Dalton, Blanchard, Lopez, Gutierrez, Guthrie, Smith, Hayes, Cartinas, Shelton, Coll, Ware, Andress. Each entry notes weight, time, hospital, and parental occupation or affiliation where provided.
A bride died at 9 p.m. from a gunshot wound to the lower abdomen after a pistol discharge while reportedly being shown its use. A spent shell was found near the victim, and an empty cartridge remained in the chamber. Police said the incident occurred while the wife of a local couple was "experimenting with the gun." Funeral arrangements were pending.
Lubbock commissioners approve phased expansion to the airport adding a new jet runway and improved lighting with first phase starting in June and terminal work in July. The action forms part of a broader meeting approving water line bids, new fire station land purchase, and enforcement of anti-solicitation rules for deaf mute scams.
A patient describes relief after a detached lens in one eye is monitored with a 30 day plan. He credits sight returning from near blindness to colors, sky, and water, expressing joy at seeing Biscayne Bay and the ocean for the first time and planning to travel to see beautiful places.
Harris County lawmakers oppose the Clear Lake water authority bill as Houston Mayor Cutrer warns of annexing the 12000 acre NASA area if the measure stands. Rep. Floyd contends the bill shifts bond costs to taxpayers while private interests plan a 7 million development.
A three act study of evil titled The Killer opened at 8 15 p m Thursday for a three night run in the auditorium of Lubbock Christian College Tickets are 1 for adults and 75 cents for students Performances are also set for 8 15 p m today and Saturday
Alan Young earned two dollars for his initial professional appearance delivering a monologue before the Caledonian Society of Vancouver. The future Mister Ed star began his career with this modest payment and venue.
Rome and London report Khrushchev may split his duties and keep one post. Washington voices speculate he plans to retire within a month or two, boosting talk of new Kremlin leadership. Frol Kozlov is the likely successor, a 61 year old metallurgist and diplomat.
Gen Curtis E. LeMay told Congress that Soviet missile power has narrowed the strategic gap, reducing the U S margin of superiority over five or ten years ago. He urged advancing on the RSTC manned bomber and buying 700 extra Minuteman missiles now rather than later.
A three nation truce team observes the Plaine des Jarres while Canadian Polish Indian reps shuttle to monitor a local cease fire. Kong Le commands a reestablished post near Muong Phan as Souphanouvong opposes lone flights. Thai officials welcome 3000 U.S. troops for SEATO drill signaling force.
The Kaiser plant links cost sharing with job security and teamwork incentives. Industry leaders monitor its impact as labor talks loom, while unions weigh applying the model to other steel firms in 1964. Reductions from automation are to be cushioned, and buy out options offer up to 5000 dollars for early adopters.
Former President Harry S Truman, 78, suffered a stomach upset and left a downtown hotel luncheon without eating. His physician said nothing serious and he would rest at home. Truman turns 79 May 8 and had prior hernia operations in January.
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