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Newspaper

Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 24, 1968

Page

11

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The notice describes the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal newspaper, its editions, publishing schedule, office location at Stn St and Ave J in Lubbock Texas, and its roles with Associated Press and United Press International as national advertising representatives.

Bay South Plains Lubbock Avalanche- Journal Avalanche-Journal Publishing Company, Inc Stn St Ave. J. Lubbock Texas Texas Daily Press League Dallas Associated Press Unitec Press International

Invasion story seen as break for Democratic party

The invasion of Czechoslovakia is portrayed as a timely break for the Democrats amid Viet Nam debates. It argues McCarthy and peacenik concerns could mislead party leadership, while polls show opposition to a total bombing halt and caution about appeasing peace planks. It concludes voters may reject naive peace proposals by November.

Czechoslovakia Soviet Union Democratic Party Vietnam Eugene McCarthy McCarthy North Vietnam National Liberation Front South Vietnam Sen Edward Kennedy U.S Sons George McGovern J. W. Fulbright

Lesson On Political Civility From Boston Trial

In Cambridge Ellen J. Miller challenged Chief Justice Elijah Adlow during a disorderly anti-Hubert Humphrey demonstration. The judge fined and silenced the protest, arguing limits exist on political incivility while defending free expression within the law. He cited protests and the ballot box secrecy as protected, urging discipline for public order.

Ellen J. Miller Cambridge Mass Boston Elijah Adlow Municipal Court United States Miss Miller Adlon Joan Baez

Brave Educator Takes Over at Stanford Amid Risks

Rice University president Kenneth S. Pitzer becomes Stanford s president amid warnings of campus unrest and potential threats. The piece argues intellectual courage matters but notes dangers from fires and attacks, while defenders praise Pitzer s bold move and hisAtomic Energy Commission leadership.

Kenneth S. Pitzer Rice University Stanford University Stanford Hell Pitzer Atomic Energy Commission

Vietnam policy at stake at Democratic Convention

President Johnson frames the Vietnam question for the Democratic National Convention urging de escalation by North Vietnam before any peace steps. He warns against partisan politics and calls for a clear pro peace stance to avoid weakening the U.S. military position. The platform debate will test internal party unity and the administration's leverage with Hanoi and Moscow.

Washington Johnson Detroit The Veterans of Foreign Wars Mir. Johnson United States Democratic Party Richard Nixon Humphrey Chicago Vietnam Southeast Asia Hanoi Moscow America Plink North Vietnam McCarthy Democratic Platform Committee All the People

Platform Committee faces clash over Vietnam plank

Humphrey allies in control of the Democratic Platform Committee return to Washington to review a dovish Vietnam plank draft. Rep Hale Keogh of Louisiana, the pro-Humphrey chairman, prepared a schedule that alarmed members during morning sessions before the full committee, signaling potential dissension on Vietnam policy.

Washington Humphrey Platform Committee Vietnam Hale Keoggs Louisiana

Humphrey Faces Dixie Vote Dilemma in 1968 Nomination

The piece notes Hubert Humphrey may seek Southern votes as George Wallace and Nixon compete for the South and youth blocs. It compares Adlai Stevenson's 1952 choice, possible veep options like John Sparkman, and the impact of a peace plank on Vietnam debated by Platform Committee hawks and doves in Washington.

Washington Hubert Humphrey George Wallace Dick Nixon South Humphrey Chicago Adlai Stevenson Adlai John Sparkman Sparkman Alabama Barry Goldwater Stevenson Gene McCarthys George McGaaverns Buford Ellington Tennessee Terry Sanford North Carolina Gene McCarthy George McGovern Wis Wallace Nixon Dixie Hubert Lyndon Johnson Jack Kennedy Texas McCarthy McGovern Spiro Agnew Chargers Johnson Platform Committee New York Pennsylvania Ohio Hlinets California Massachusetts Tumphrey Vietnam Richard M. Nixon Fred Harris Oklahoma Los Angeles

Stalin to press on with Western envoys to end Berlin deadlock

Moscow reports Prime Minister Stalin met Western Powers' envoys and agreed to continue talks aimed at resolving the Berlin and German issues. In Petersburg the General American Oil Co parcel Boyd No 3 well flowed at 60 barrels per hour after Saturday arrival in the Arick field nearby.

Lubbock Moscow Stalin Berlin Petersburg General American Oil Compas Boyd Arick Field Here

McCarthy Bid Dims as McGovern Takes Lead Toward Convention

Marianne Means notes McCarthy grows whimsical and defeated as Humphrey nears a likely first ballot nomination. McGovern siphons Kennedy supporters and funds, while McCarthy’s attacks on delegates hurt his standing and window for a vice presidential chance narrows.

Washington Sen Eugene McCarthy McCarthy Humphrey

Tomorrow's Youth and the voting age debate

The News and Courier defends a voting age of 21, arguing democracy needs limits to prevent manipulation by the inexperienced youth. The editorial counters criticism, praising teens while urging wiser citizenry and warning future generations about political excesses.

News and Courier Charleston, S., C

McGee-Ross Bridal Gift Center Aims For Future Growth

Jackson Tenn hardware retailer McGee-Ross operates a Bridal Gift Center for over a decade. Brides registering receive a free crystal or china salad dish with gift card, while staff track preferences in home furnishings and cookware to tailor future gift selections.

McGee- Ross, Inc Jackson, Tenn McGee-Ross China

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