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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1961
Page
3
West faces a volatile standoff as East Germany blocks four of five Brandenburg Gate passages. Officials warn the move violates four power status and free movement, fearing a potential flare of rebellion and possible Western response.
Sociologist Dr. Thomas P. Monahan of the Philadelphia Municipal Court urges extending federal income tax advantages to newly married couples during the early years of marriage when incomes are lower. He argues for a five year window to ease living and childrearing costs while noting the funding and burden on middle aged taxpayers.
The piece notes that inventors push to automate work while social scientists seek to regulate leisure. It surveys books listing possible leisure occupations from hobbies to real jobs and questions planners' assumption that all leisure must be structured. It ends by asking if people with free time might simply want to loaf.
A brief item from Lubbock dated August 15 1861 records a park or reserve related to the CEA in the era. The snippet preserves regional designation and historical context for this period.
Special Correspondent notes the airline industry accepts a period of indignity as hijack fears persist. The piece cites costly model changes, weather automation, and bomb scare responses, with mysterious anonymous calls adding to the strain on air carriers.
Inez Robb reflects on Longfellow's The Arrow and the Song and a popular Mary Ann song. She recalls sung verses, wartime variants, and memories from the Robb ranch about glass skyscrapers and era morals. The piece blends nostalgia with flights, safety debates, and a racecourse note from Monmouth Park.
Khrushchev’s aggressive stance sharply divides and unites the United States, with both parties rallying behind Kennedy. The debate shapes possible spending, tighter criminal laws, and regulatory changes as legislators weigh arms, aid, and domestic priorities amid Cold War tensions.
Reports from Lee C. Harrison and Associates No 1 Nairn Estate describe a wildcat 3 percent miles northeast of the city as fishing for bit with the well bottomed at 4905 feet in lime and yielding one to three barrels of oil hourly after anticipated acidizing. In Littlefield the Lions Club marked its first banquet anniversary with Earl F. Wilson as president and Chas. A. Guy delivering the principal address in the Methodist Church basement.
Sperial Correspondent George E Sorolsky argues that evaluating intelligence data is vital and biased reports from governments mislead. He warns readers to use sound judgment, consider unprocessed files and gossip, and understand linguistic differences when judging political information and criminal data. The piece notes a Tass report about a postage stamp issue honoring Gherman Titov and space flight milestones.
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