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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1968
Page
4
Fragmentary item references a Texas company with lines mentioning Texans, United Press, and a national wire service. Details are unreadable, no clear event, date, or names fully legible for a proper summary.
A fragmented OCR item references a publisher notice in support of Americas unity and a phrase invoking One Nation under God. The readable fragment centers on a patriotic pledge framing the publication's stance on national solidarity.
The piece notes precautions during George Wallace's Friday visit to Lubbock Airport due to volatile political tensions. It cites threats, demonstrations, and harassment of candidates like Eugene McCarthy, praising Wallace supporters and criticizing abuse in the current political climate. It concludes the stop produced mostly noise but no excesses.
The piece argues Ramsey Clark misuses the office and fails to lead against rising crime and unrest. It cites Sen. John Tower’s critique and notes cabinet members leaving, implying Clark should resign. The tone defends law enforcement and stresses equal rights for all citizens while criticizing Clark's approach.
Thomas M. Phillips of Houston spoke to about 200 lawyers urging the legal profession to address public distrust of law. He criticized leniency toward unethical conduct and urged concrete steps to improve court integrity rather than mere talk. The event stressed moving from rhetoric to real reform.
Washington observers urge federal leaders to crack down on riots and conspiracies blamed on Communists and foreign links. The piece notes casualties in the capital and warns voters that peace at home hinges on firm enforcement of law and order before November.
A Denver City reader argues Bobby Kennedy could win the Democratic nomination and general election despite White House blessing, criticizing current democracy culture and calling for greater accountability. He likens the era to a kaleidoscopic stink-in and questions wealth as merit.
Henry J. Taylor quotes William McChesney Martin Jr. urging action against deficit spending and inflation. He blasts politicians for promises of "more, more, more," warns of wrecking the dollar and democratic system, and cites wage growth versus productivity as a danger to U.S. economic and military security.
In Washington the House Un American Activities Committee moved to approve a bill that would make leadership in the Communist party unlawful, overriding constitutional objections and passing unanimously. The measure aims to curb Communist influence by criminalizing party leadership roles.
Report highlights excessive gambling in Capitol Hill circles and hints at broader lawbreaking. Observers say Washington shows patterns of serious crimes and wild behavior, positioning the city among the nation’s most troubled.
Sam Sealson runs New Jersey’s largest fashion shop for mothers and daughters. To celebrate its 16th anniversary in Ridgewood, staff wore lipstick kisses and customers received wrapped candy kisses. Spring shades from a cosmetics bar inspired makeup, with 16 percent off coats suits shoes and apparel. A birthday baby shopper earned a gift certificate and a prom outfitting promise.
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