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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1962
Page
3
The 17 nation disarmament conference at Geneva is seen as unlikely to achieve disarmament with the U S and Russia at sharp odds. Neutral powers offer little influence and Khrushchev may threaten after space milestones. The era is viewed as a prolonged Cold War with slim chances for early peace.
Dr. Frank Oppenheimer, physicist at the University of Colorado, argues for a 60 to 70 hour college work week including 60 hours of class and study plus 19 hours reading optional courses. He predicts student resistance but says his plan could win faculty approval as a push toward serious study over a breezy college life.
A 1962 forum notes the electrical industry will host over 300 meetings totaling about 100 900 man days costing millions. It questions whether the meetings are necessary as business and professionals spend vast time in conferences and seminars, some being wasteful.
This page lists the Morning Editions publication details for the Lubbock Avalanche Journal and its Frenicg Edition, with office at 8th St and Ave J, Lubbock Texas. It includes circulation rates by subscription, carrier, and by mail, plus a pledge of allegiance text and page reference.
President Kennedy lashes staffers for unauthorized use of White House limousines after an official car carrying aide David Powers and family to Camp David was involved in a head on crash. Powers, his wife, and three children were injured, prompting the White House to tighten rules. The incident exposed security and PR risks while Powers remains a trusted aide and Kennedy ally.
Bernard M. Baruch approaches his 92nd birthday as a busy figure guiding finance and policy. He swims daily at his Long Island retreat, counsels leaders, and advocates priorities to keep the nation financially sound.
The piece weighs New York Democrats concerns over Governor Rockefeller's 1964 presidential chances. It notes Rockefeller's statewide strength hinges on New York City and nearby counties, cites past margins, and mentions rival plans by Nixon, Scranton, and Prontney as potential challengers.
A historical note recalls Middiefie D Con celebrated for a powerful voice who once urged aid to carry home a bear and was heard by friends eight miles distant.
George E. Sokolski discusses the Soblen case as it draws in Israel Brazil Czechoslovakia and Britain. He argues slick escapes by air reveal gaps in extradition surveillance and tax haven protections. He warns about political vs criminal definitions and the risks to international norms and U S sovereignty.
The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles considered a request from California Governor Edmund G. Brown to release Texas inmate Edward Holland temporarily to assist California police in locating buried nitro glycerin. Governor Brown asked for a reprieve long enough for Holland to aid the investigation.
In Nancy France the final 460 mile oil pipeline segment from Marseille to Karlsruhe was welded this week, finishing a month ahead of schedule. The line will transport Sahara and Middle East crude to Common Market users.
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