Nixon hints Kennedy could join Johnson ticket in 1968
President Johnson might pick Robert Kennedy as running mate if polls show Kennedy’s appeal and continued Viet Nam division. Nixon said Kennedy could be added insurance to win, but warned party unity favors Johnson. Kennedy rejected Nixon’s advice, confirming support for Johnson and Humphrey.
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City Named In Suit Filed Here
Maddox Investment Co and Clyde H Plemmons sue the City of Lubbock in 140th District Court seeking an injunction to stop interference with property rights and alleged discrimination in zoning. They say Block 12 Maddox Addition is C-3 and request approval for a C-3 automotive service station sign at Elgin Avenue and 4th Street.
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Gas Tax Switch Hit By Executive
Weldon Hart of the Texas Good Roads Association urged the Rotary Club that diverting proceeds from a proposed one cent gasoline tax increase into general revenue would be a grave mistake. He said highway funds must be protected and not plundered for other uses.
Levelland C C Chamber Sees 71 New Members Added
Levelland Chamber of Commerce reports 71 new members in a drive. Melvin Kunkle’s team signed 25, Frank Bartlett’s 24, and Ernest Gentry’s 22, each with 12 workers. Gene Yeager says teams are within 19 of the initial goal and could reach 500 if continued.
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