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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1947
Page
1
Churchill calls for a new national program as BBC reports from London outline plans to bolster industry and public service. The Associated Press notes government sponsorship and parliamentary timing as key factors in shaping the initiative.
The report notes actions by the dominions to quell rioting in India. Authorities deploy troops to restore order amid civil unrest and violence affecting civilians and property. Officials pledge restraint and continued security measures in response to the disturbances.
Greek guerrilla leader Marcus Visaces proclaims a militar o government in Free Greece by radio. Copies of the proclamation are distributed as enemy headquarters intensifies attacks across Thrace and western Turkey fronts.
A Gulf hurricane devastates Tampico and surrounding regions with flooding and power failures. Reports cite property damage, injuries, and two deaths near Cerra Aral as lines and cables fail.
In BOFIA Bulgaria on August 16 Nikola Dimitrov Petrov, a Communist Party critic and leader of the Agrarian party, was sentenced to death for alleged plots to overthrow the Communist government and install a new regime. The arrest and trial drew U S condemnation with Bulgaria accused of inviting global scrutiny.
Washington reports very slow progress in negotiating the 12000 6000 American lend lease aid with the Soviet Union over wartime materials. Moscow demands reference back to policy questions and full Soviet records delay settlements. The talks continue at a cautious, laborious pace as officials expect further conferences.
Officials believe 104 men died in Friday's undersea William coal mine explosion beneath the Solway Firth. Rescue work continued through the night as 54 bodies were reported and 13 survivors found after 24 hours entombed in Britain's oldest underwater mine.
Arab and Jewish armies, well supplied and organized, moved to enforce peace on the Jaffa Tel Aviv frontier as racial clashes continued. A sharp object attack and a fatal shooting marked the day alongside the burning of an Arab house near Natikvah, with Hagana pledging guards to coastal settlements and accusing Arab brigands of inciting disorders.
An Army B-17 bomber attached to the 10th Rescue Squadron at Cold Bay Alaska crashed there today. Elmendorf Field headquarters was notified. No further details were immediately available.
Roger Q. Evans of Denison, state commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, issues an open letter accusing D. K. Woodward Jr of Dallas of misleading Texans about a college building amendment. He cites uneven timing of funds for UT and A&M versus other schools and alleges a hidden tax raise of five cents on property, with 14 colleges set to lose funding over 30 years.
Gen Eisenhower said an inspector general will travel to Italy to probe Gen John C. Lee’s administration in the Mediterranean theater. Maj. Gen. Ira T. Wyche will lead the inquiry, departing Washington soon for a 10 day to two week investigation. Eisenhower noted limited knowledge of published reports on morale and administration.
Fleet Admiral Ernest J. King, head of the U S Navy in World War II, was hospitalized in Bethesda Maryland after suffering a slight mild stroke. A Navy bulletin stated his condition is not critical and that he has arteriosclerosis and thickening of artery walls.
City Manager Homer A. Hunter announced a nearly seven million dollar rise in 1947 assessed property values in Lubbock, the largest gain in city history. The preliminary total reached 54.5 million, up from 47.6 million last year, driven mainly by new building. The tax roll nears completion and the city commission may set a new rate at the Aug 28 meeting.
An elderly widow in Lexington Ky asked police for housing relief saying sixteen people already live in her six room home She listed two daughters a friend her son and his wife the bride's mother and sisters in law plus nine relatives The police advised civil action to remove the excess tenants.
Senator Pepper of Florida hailed Truman era plans but called the Marshall plan too narrow He urged broadening to include every nation in need including Russia He warned against excluding economic aid in areas disliked and criticized Republican resistance to an expansive foreign policy outlook
The Paraguayan government announced that rebel troops retreating from an assault on Asuncion were crossing into Argentina. The communique said fighters were surrendering in areas south of the capital and entering neutral territory.
A Texas A and M Agricultural Experiment Station study reports rapid irrigation growth in the South Plains from 200 wells and 2 500 acres in 1934 to 650 000 acres in fivecounty area. The first progress report, directed by B D Leis and signed by three specialists, covers water use and management across farms in Lubbock Hale Floyd and Swisher counties with 174 participating farmers.
A hemispheric conference proposes mediation to end the Paraguayan War. Ambassadors urge quick settlement and economic aid after mediation. American delegates discuss inter American cooperation while seeking social and economic conditions for civil dignity and solidarity.
A man identified as George Henry Ges Happy, 19, was killed in a wreck near Pampa when his truck failed to negotiate a county road turnoff. He died from severe facial injuries after being taken to Worley hospital. another worker, Grounds, suffered non fatal injuries. The incident involved W. J. Sparks Construction Co. under contract for the road project.
A brief weather notice notes the day’s conditions and outlook. Strong winds and possible showers are expected with mild temperatures. Forecasts indicate warmer spells later in the week and continued chances of rain.
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