Women Voters See Constitutional Changes Costly Overhaul
The League of Women Voters of Texas argues for a full revision of the state constitution, citing high amendment costs near 300000 dollars for 97 proposals. Ann Burbridge of Lubbock notes public notices and election expenses, urging study and reform as Texas shifts from rural to urban governance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
League of Women Voters of Texas
Amer
Avalanche Journal
Ann Burbridge
League
Lubbock
Texas
Burbridge
Texas Legislative Council
U.S
Burbridge Mtites
the League
League of Women Voters
Newsy Easthampton Roundup Keeps Local Folks Content
Easthampton notes bring mixed local cheer with Montauk Nike decision, potato market trends and a new post office site debate. Fishing reports from Montauk and Amagansett captains, improved shelter lighting, and a village improvement win color the week. Republican committee says no primaries. social notes and a Mediterranean cruise ad close the column.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Easthampton
L.l
New York
Montauk Point
Montauk
Siren songs of politicians lure Dixon away from race
Kenneth Dixon writes that he declines a run for Congress in Louisiana's Seventh District after considering the temptations of campaign finance, party politics, and public expectations. He recalls his past as a reporter and notes the allure of support while admitting he values his independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Lake
Homer
Ulysses
Odysseus
United States Congress
Seventh
Louisiana
U. S
T. A. Thompson
Washington
Capitol Hill
Quiet War in Vietnam Aims to Bridge Gap Between People and Government
Rowland Evans and Robert Novak describe a private White House backed team of experts heading to rural Vietnam to close the gap between the people and the government. The plan centers on Lansdale's experience in Southeast Asia and his role in Saigon's reform efforts amid South Vietnam's fragile Diem regime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
White House
Viet Nam
Edward Tapadhabe
Vertera Bf
Lansdale
South Viet Nam
Far East
Southeast Asia
Over Hill
Saigon
Ngo Dinh
U. S
Philippines
Huks
Ramon Magsavysay
Magsaysay
U.S
Johnson
Long An
Henry Cabot Lodge
Gas Firms Fight New FPC Gas Price System
The natural gas industry opposes the FPC plan to set two prices for gas from new and old wells, arguing it will harm exploration. Courts have upheld FPC power to regulate gas and oil rates. Interim rate ceilings saved consumers millions as refunds were issued. analysts warn of potential shortages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Federal Power Commission
FPC
Commission
Supreme Court
Phillips Petroleum Co
Permian
Texas
New Mexico
Permian Basin
Frank N. Ikard
American Petroleum Institute
Uncle Sam
Riots Inevitable Amid Selma to Los Angeles Tension
Richard Starnes profiles Rev. C. C. Brown in Selma and analyzes the national surge of racial violence. He notes limited job opportunities, white resistance to interracial efforts, and the broad pattern of unrest across states from Alabama to California as Black communities seek dignity and change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rev
Brown
Fcars
Selma
Tom
Montgomery
Ala
Gay George Co Waller
South
California
Alabama
New York
CC. Brown
Los Angeles
Farm Program Office Formation Aims to Coordinate Agriculture
Secretary Anderson announced a new production and marketing administration to unify farm production price and market activities within the Agriculture Department. Texas Marines telegram to Gov Stevenson asks about unconditional surrender terms and status. three Texas Marines request permission to quit. Lamb County builds a new 25-30 plane hangar for 18500 dollars. entertainment for troops heads overseas. note contrasts between urban slums and farm aid funding and Milwaukee mayor Henry Maier comments on federal aid distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Sec. of Agriculture
Anderson
Agriculture Department
Austin
Texas
Coke Stevenson
U.S
Not For Misfits in Guest Editorials
A San Antonio Evening News op-ed rejects a draft of Job Corps bums, arguing military service demands intelligence and dedication. It warns against equating service with punishment and stresses the need for trained, capable personnel in a complex armed forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Antonio
Unions Eye Industry Reach in Baltimore Car Wash Labor Push
The Seafarers International Union pursues organizing Baltimore car wash workers. Officials warn of jurisdictional battles as unions look to recruit from teams like the NFL and MLB, taxi drivers, door-to-door sellers, and dentists, with dockworkers seen as a likely anchor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seafarers International Union
Baltimore
Unk
Teamsters
Teamsters Union
United Shoeworkers
Dentis
Dockworkers Union
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
ART Buchwald
Amagansett
Elm Street Inn
George Potts
Dick Rade
Jimmy Dean
Long Island Railroad
Amagansett Village
Easthampton High School
Easthampton Star
Egypt
Jordan
Greece
Morocco
Russia
Turkey
Sicily
the Star
Kenneth Dixon
Sireng
Detroit News
Bell McClure
Rowland Evans
Robert Novak
Evans
Andrew Tully
Jin Saigon
Wis
Lansdile
Nguyen Cao Ng
Richard Starnes
Angeles
of the Angels
Baghdad
C. C. Brown
Negro America
Deep South
Stmply
Littlefield
Lamb County
Duggan
Hollywood
Robert Hope
Joseph Miller
Henry W. Maier
Milwaukee
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!