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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1968
Page
3
In Lubbock Texas on Monday morning August 26 1968 CHAS A GUY Enitar and an Our pledge appears with the familiar flag allegiance to the United States and the Republic for which it stands. The text proclaims liberty and justice for all in a local publication.
A survey notes the paradox of plenty for U S farmers as crop yields rise while prices fall. Wheat could reach record highs in acres sown, with prices slipping from 1.60 to 1.24 per bushel. USDA reports indicate corn and oats above long-term averages, while livestock prices edge up. Rising costs compress farm income despite higher nominal returns. Political implications favor Republicans amid inflation.
The piece argues adopting a harsh Vietnam style penalty for losing presidential candidates to deter weak campaigns. It praises Thieu and suggests five year jail terms for runners up, claiming such penalties would heighten stakes and curb leniency toward defeated figures. It cites Nixon Goldwater Dewey Humphrey McCarthy and McGovern in hypothetical scenarios.
David Lawrence argues the so called Communist Myth has become reality as Soviet aggression in Czechoslovakia triggers Western alarm. He warns of Soviet domination and calls for a stronger alliance to deter further imperialism and defend self determination in Vietnam and Europe.
Chicago report says a Kennedy emissary told Vice President Humphrey the Kennedy family opposes Sargent Shriver's selection as running mate. Shriver, Ambassador to France, remains among several VP candidates, but Kennedy family veto could derail his prospects.
A telephoned order from Gov. Connally sends Texas operatives to Chicago amid fears Humphrey cannot unify the party. McCarthyite and Bond factions clash over the Georgia delegation while Johnson’s war stance adds to the malaise at the convention.
On Memory Lane for August 26 1948 Alger Hiss and Whittaker Chambers test charged denials about a prewar Red underground in Washington. Secretary Marshall hints at lenient stance on Moscow as two Soviet teachers balk at returning home. In New York a Soviet consulate escape story unfolds and a light shower brings relief to the South Plains crop report.
Andrew Tully blasts Chicago politics as a police state atmosphere with violence threats at the Democratic convention. He contrasts Chicago with Miami Beach and argues the nominating process is dominated by party bosses, with Humphrey and McCarthy as limited viable options amidst protests and tension.
Guest editorial cites Dr. LaMont C. Cole of Cornell University warning that air pollution, industrial growth, and reduced greenery may exhaust Earth’s oxygen supply. The piece notes modern pollution reduces natural oxygen production and implies wind alone cannot sustain future air quality.
Dub's Garage collects 120000 in annual volume at two Corpus Christi centers. Manager Jarrett Rollins says women avoid garages. Saturdays are cleaning days and spills are mopped promptly. Whitewashing is performed periodically and ticket notes explain repairs and future needs to boost sales and reduce complaints.
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