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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1947
Page
13
An early page reports on water use by Arm, highlighting acreage comparisons and well counts. Data cites 683 acres and 778 wells with notes on groundwater activity and related notes from officials.
Wall Street stocks rise amid cautious trading as investors weigh earnings and economic signals. Grain and livestock commodity prices show mixed movement with ongoing shifts in futures markets and demand expectations.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a mine blast in Britain with workers trapped underground. Rescue teams and officials gather at the mouth of the shaft as fatigue and uncertainty grip those awaiting news. The text mentions individuals and grim scenes but lacks complete details.
A fragmentary report notes a woman identified as 19 year old from an air base injured in a wreck. Details are unreadable in the source text.
Board of estimates considers keeping the $1 rate or increasing to relieve budget strain. City real property valued at 421.58 million with personal property at 10.15 million, growth tied to new assessments and revised county property values.
Fragmentary text describes a radical Greek decree claiming universal equality and sovereignty. It condemns foreign influence, asserts a northern monarchy, and pledges to reject privileges for aliens while seeking popular democracy and national liberty. The fragment references a plebiscite in November and opposition to outside authorities.
The article discusses British plans to encourage emigration to dominions and to the United States or South America. It notes tens of thousands could depart, with many in the prime of life seeking better opportunities for themselves and their children. It mentions that relief could come as millions of displaced wartime individuals arrive.
The central committee for the amendment submitted a summary of activities to advance the measure. Fort Worth Senator Keith Kelly co-authors the joint resolution with Acting Governor Ian Shivers and Governor Be Johnson.
Dr. William M. Whyburn, president of Texas Technologicn colle YEL, will deliver the commencement address at the University of Texas summer graduation. A watch valued at 54 dollars was reported stolen from Nadine Odom of a Texas hotel. Artur Lee Mane Han of 2509 East Avenue MH reported his lake valued at 19.95 stolen. Jimmie Brock, about 30, rushed to Noland hospital for emergency treatment and remained under care. Plans for a funeral home at 100-block Tess aday West Tactere were noted.
A garbled press summary discusses Truman's nomination and reelection, noting tensions over foreign policy and party unity. It mentions nominating strategies, differing viewpoints, and political maneuvers by officials and party members amid wartime economic concerns.
Fire crews responded to a daytime blaze at a residence on Thirty First Street. The home filled with smoke and flames before firefighters contained the spread. Residents evacuated. no injuries reported, investigation underway into cause and sun related conditions.
A scrambled report outlines continued Lend Lease discussions among major powers including the United States Britain and Soviet Union. It notes meetings and positions as foreign ministers seek cementing postwar aid and security commitments amid shifting alliances.
An infant named Hodges will receive graveside services at Post for a private interment. The arrangements, announced locally, reflect the family’s plans for a quiet ceremonial tribute.
A fragmented OCR text mentions Norway surface percentage and scattered words about clocks or meetings. No coherent event, persons, or organizations are identifiable.
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