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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1971
Page
7
Fragmentary text from a Texas Daily Full edition section reads as a mix of names and affiliations. It mentions Parker F. Pr Pro dent and editors and publishers tied to Lubbock Avalanche-Journal, Associated Press, United Press, and Dallas advertising ties.
Apollo 15 proves lunar exploration decodes how gravity works and expands solar system clues. Scott Worden and Irwin showcase four wheeled Rover style lander, enabling direct Earth viewing and strengthening U S space partnership. The mission signals lasting scientific data, national pride, and resolve to go further.
The Av alanche Journal bids best wishes to Bob Whipkey as he retires August 15, ending seven decades in Texas journalism. Whipkey, the longtime publisher and partner of Joe Pickle, guided the Big Spring Herald since 1940 with the Harte-Hanks chain, shaping an acclaimed regional paper and a strong newsroom legacy.
A satirical note highlights a clash between the Soviet Union and Red China over alleged minority oppression. The quip compares political accusations to the old tar barrel metaphor, suggesting hypocrisy in the heated rhetoric.
Senate debate excerpts show Barry Goldwater asserting Congress was deeply involved in Southeast Asia policy from the start. He cites 1954 1955 treaty ratification excerpts, 1963 and 1964 acts, Tonkin resolution, and 24 recent appropriation bills to argue Congress knew and approved US Vietnam policy.
A quiet 34th birthday gathering at Dr. Edgar Berman’s Lutherville estate aimed to relaunch Humphrey’s 1972 bid. Host Robert McCandless and about 25 guests from around the country attended, but the event largely failed to spark a new generation of delegates or momentum for a renewed campaign.
New York Mayor John Lindsay presses a moral crackdown bumper to crime amid midtown vice reports, promising injunctive tools and IRS tactics against prostitutes and smut peddlers while a broader political struggle hints at Humphrey 1972 ambitions and party loyalties.
In Tokyo the Kaesong talks restarted following a five day pause as Allies secured assurances that the truce zone will be neutral. Washington approved a peacetime military bill totaling 56 062 405 890 dollars with a 348 to 2 House vote and a pass to the Senate. Frost area residents volunteer for rabies shots to test any link to polio immunity in a program led by a Waco doctor claiming rabies recipients have not contracted polio.
Henry J. Taylor critiques a 23.2 billion dollar federal deficit and Nixon budget aims. He blames Democratic Congress spending and weak economy for failing surplus projections, warning that deficits erode confidence in the dollar and threaten global markets. Connally and Shultz face sharp criticism.
A Chicago hotel man notes the swiftest spenders are plumbing contractors. Quips on wall-to-wall car-petting drive-ins, a woodsman’s grizzly den on the mountain north side, and a gray-flannel martini. Alaska’s young widow hunt misperceptions, Alaskans 65+ show men outnumber women about 2 to 1. A riddle claims New York hosts the world’s largest mental hospital and Singapore the largest maternity hospital.
A request to address L. M. Bod in Fort Worth Texas requests redirection or contact details. The message comes from a P O Box 17076 and mentions AAT comments and Wetemine and wit. The fragmentary note lacks clear date or full context.
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