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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 26, 1975
Page
6
The government announced higher federal insured home loan rates by half a percentage point, raising the typical $35,000 mortgage payment by about 12 dollars as lenders adjust yields after Fannie Mae auctions. The move, aimed at stabilizing the housing market, follows strong money flow into loan institutions and reverses prior declines in interest rates.
A chaotic Saigon airport faces overcrowding as Vietnames flee toward evacuations to Guam and the Philippines. Military police restore order while U S and allied airlift limits strain the evacuation effort and prompt appeals to stay or flee South Vietnam.
Hanoi newspapers say the struggle to overthrow Thieu extends beyond removing him and his allies. They note U S withdrawal as necessary and signal possible new moves. Radio Hanoi aired the Nhan Dan editorial in full as airlines suspend Saigon service.
President Ford stresses tougher state and local standards to curb soaring street crimes. He cites burglaries murders rapes and muggings as frequent and dangerous, urging honesty and lawfulness to foster domestic tranquility and set a global example.
Barricella described the hijacker as talkative and the passengers as aware yet unalerted by crew. He said the crew announced they were refueling while the plane sat near the Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport terminal, and passengers were shuttled to buses then the terminal.
A Pacific storm front and tornadoes sweep the middle and southern Mississippi Valley killing at least four and injuring many. Severe winds drive hundreds from homes in southern Indiana and Illinois. a disaster area is declared in Missouri. National Guardsmen aid stricken neighborhoods as forecasters log multiple tornado reports and widespread damage across several states.
A mother, Panmiera Levy, finally met all five quintuplets after a Caesarean section delayed visits for about 24 hours. Doctors scheduled a reunion between the mother and her five babies and her husband Mark Mridas.
Lamb resists ratifying a $25.00 revenue share for Idalou campground after Derrick’s request and notes the county will set a precedent for future payments. The court also approves an approximate $1,600 expenditure by the Texas Department of Child Welfare, acknowledging it was spent before approval. Welfare officials blame state officials for the error and cite foster care rate expectations. Bragell urges proper policy adherence as funds are spent.
UPI reports that in 1974 adult Americans drank more, with Distilled Spirits Council data showing a 2.3 percent rise in alcohol consumption compared to 2.0 percent in the prior four years as the economy sagged.
Labbock Theatre Centre winds up the 1907 season with a strong cast in a comedy that has drawn full houses. Two holdover performances have been added as management extends the run.
Review notes Ruland Myers final LPC show featuring Frances Beall Whiteside as Anne and Gary Brown as Paul. The comedy Gem Rive supplies sharp dialogue and likable leads amid a va cant New York apartment setting. Remaining performances sell out. Myers departs with a strong, well acted, well directed production.
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