Gonzalez seeks congressional probe of Sharp stock case
U S Representative Henry B Gonzalez of Texas calls for a congressional investigation into the Houston banker Frank Sharp affair. He cites federal questions, disparities in sentencing, and calls for Wil Wilson's resignation as top aide to the Attorney General.
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Needle In Toe Aids Liver A Chinese Belief
The Associated Press reports acupuncture involves inserting thin needles at specific body points to treat ailments. Doctors may still prescribe pills or lifestyle changes, with needles thought to influence organs like the liver. About 765 points are cited, varying by condition.
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Chicago
Funnel clouds sighted north of Midland amid heavy South Plains rain
Heavy thunderstorms drenched the South Plains with up to 3.50 inches in some areas. Funnel cloud sightings were reported five miles north of Midland, triggering a tornado warning that was canceled an hour later with no damage. Snyder saw 3.50 inches, Guthrie 7.70 inches in minutes, while Guthrie’s Bateman Ranch received minimal rain. Lubbock set a new date record low max at 79, and temps were expected to rise into the low to mid 80s with a chance of more showers today.
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Israeli Forces Strike Guerrilla Bases in Lebanon
Israeli forces attacked two Palestinian guerrilla bases inside Lebanon, with reports noting shelling and ground assaults. The operation targeted suspected facilities and occurred amid rising tensions in the border region. Local observers reported casualties and damage to nearby infrastructure.
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Lebanon
Wall Street Plunges as Dollar Slumps on European Markets
A sharp dollar depreciation sparked global market turmoil as the U.S. currency hit 22 year lows in West Germany and gold rose to new highs in London Zurich Paris and Frankfurt. In New York the stock market fell in the slowest session in a year while Swiss and German authorities acted to curb dollar inflows and stabilise exchange rates.
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Prayer Text Cautions Against Self-Sufficiency
A devotional reader urges reflection on human pride and self sufficiency. The prayer asks for divine guidance to keep followers humble and mindful of moral accountability in daily life.
Rent-A-Girl Promises No Hurts in Virginia Beach
Associated Press reports businessmen in Virginia Beach can hire a date for sightseeing or a town outing. American Enterprises guarantees morals with quarterly lie detector tests. About a dozen girls hired, plans for 150, for parties, store openings, conventions, and sales meetings.
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American Enterprises, Ltd
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Tunisian Traveler in Jet Training
Tunisian Lt Kerim Touzani describes early travel experiences in Europe amid bias against North Africans. He notes independence changes perceptions, explains he prefers solo trips, and offers views on Tunisia's geography, culture and moslem faith.
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Moon rocks from Apollo 15 studied at Houston lab
Houston scientists began close study of rocks from Apollo 15 gathered in the Moon valley. The samples, some brick sized and irregular, were labeled grab samples and examined briefly in a pressure cabinet as astronauts Scott Irwin and Worden watched.
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Charles A. Berry
Barry
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Nixon Signs $1 Billion Emergency Jobs Measure
President Nixon signed a 1 billion emergency employment act aiming to place 150,000 people into jobs. He urged swift action and said the first unemployed group could be at work by Labor Day.
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Washington
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London Firemen Battle City's Biggest Blaze Yet
London firemen fought a massive blaze in an unused warehouse on the Thames River described as the largest since World War II Nazi blitz. About 400 firefighters and 50 trucks responded, injuries reported including at least one serious. Origin undetermined as the cold storage depot burned through.
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London
ICP Landor
Thames River
War Declared New Battles Hit Belfast and Beyond
The Associated Press reports Belfast and surrounding cities facing heavy fighting as British troops engage, with civilians killed and emergency measures declared. Prime Minister vows to defeat the terrorists as powers impose detentions and defense actions.
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Wider Participation Urged In Center Here By VAUGHN HENDRIE Avalanche. Journal Star
The Citizens Advisory Commission endorsed the proposed layout of Lubbock Memorial Center Monday night and urged immediate study of ideas from design talks. The 11 member CAC asked the City Council to back plans that expand citizen involvement and support a long range recovery effort after the May 11, 1970, tornado. The group also backed a Texas Tech led planning study for redevelopment of the Overton Addition and urged architec ts to keep the project in the design development phase.
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Weather item for Lubbock region shows cloudy to showery forecast
The Lubbock area forecast calls for cloudy to partly sunny skies with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Highs near the middle 80s and low tonight around the 60s with southerly winds around 10 to 15 mph.
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