Texas feud heats with Connally Yarborough clash in 1964 race
Lt. Gov. Preston Smith hinted at a Texas governor’s contest if Connally retires and two Lubbock men could vie for the post. Observers see Yarborough’s sharp criticism and Connally’s blunt reply placing President Johnson amid a growing state political feud.
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Zoning Board Plans Meeting Amid Education Protest
A Lubbock area zoning request slate appears for today's Zoning Board meeting as officials cite education as a key need in the battle against alcoholism. Texas politics and local figures including Carr, Smith, Connally, and Yarborough are discussed with potential Senate developments.
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Greek Parliament Faces Violent No Confidence Vote
Greece's parliament votes 167 to 131 against Premier George Athanasiadis Novas amid clashes and protests outside the building. Former PM George Papandreou condemns the king while the crisis deepens as security forces and potential reshuffles loom.
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Police Question Seven In Coed Slaying Case
Corpus Christi police arrested three men on car theft charges and two couples in Carthage Missouri on a possible link to the July 18 killings of two University of Texas coeds. Investigators seek a suitcase lamp and clothing from a Goodwill warehouse as key clues. The bodies of Susan Rigby and Shirley Stark were found near a Austin field. Susan was strangled.
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Lubbock Seeks Middle Point in Gulf to Northwest Air Route
Lubbock and the Chamber of Commerce press their bid to become an intermediate point on a Gulf Coast to Pacific Northwest air route. Edward Colby and Bob Reedy lead the city’s hearings in Denver August 17, with 82 primary applicants total. Lubbock proposes through service to New Orleans, arguing increased traffic supports the route, while not opposing any chosen airline.
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Prayer on life like a ladder by Odell M Walker
A note from Midland by Odell M Walker reflects on life as a ladder and urges kindness to those met on both ascent and descent. The message emphasizes shared humanity and humility along life’s journey.
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Afghan Travel Odyssey Through Snowbound Mountains
Ken Estes reports on Bob McGuire attempting a trek across Afghanistan to reach the Middle East. The journey faces harsh mountains, a Russian-built highway, hostile passes, and armed tribes as he enters Kabul via the Khyber Pass after a delayed start.
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AF in Strike Nearer China Near Da Nang Fuel Base
Viet Cong commandos attacked a jet fuel storage complex near Da Nang air base and destroyed 1.8 million gallons of fuel. The raid followed four U S Air Force Thunderchiefs on a sudden incident mission in North Vietnam about 30 miles from China, the closest raid in six months.
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Red China
Viet Nam War Update: Tank Fire and Johnson Request
Viet Cong attacked a Da Nang Bay fuel complex destroying four of nine Esso tanks after overrunning a protective outpost. U S Marines and naval artillery responded as plans and other Viet Cong raids were reported. Johnson and McNamara sought a 1 7 billion wartime funding increase while Congress weighs broader military expansion.
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Senate plan on reapportionment falls short in vote
Senate rejected Dirksen’s bid to override the Supreme Court ruling on state legislature apportionment. The 57 to 39 tally failed to reach the two thirds needed for a constitutional amendment, with 29 Republicans and 28 Democrats for the measure and 36 Democrats plus 3 Republicans opposed. Dirksen vowed to continue the fight as Senator Douglas urged focus on the people's needs.
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Weather: Sunny Warm Day Across Lubbock Vicinity
Sunny and warm today with highs in the middle 90s and a low in the upper 60s. Mostly fair tonight with light to moderate southerly winds.
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