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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1962
Page
1
Scientists tracking Mariner 2 announced new telemetry shows the spacecraft is on a trajectory to fly by Venus within 10 000 miles as planned. Officials said the craft is only 250 000 miles off course, can be corrected for a close approach, and could provide the first close up view of Venus.
Atty Gen Wilson says widespread bribery figured in the slanted wells case and an undercover agent links two Railroad Commission employees to illicit profits. Testimony notes a clever cover up and suggests many wells illegally tapped leases in East Texas. The hearing resumes September 10 with focus on remedial legislation and prosecutions.
Elvis Dalrymple, 39, of Kemp, faces trial in 72nd District Court for the caliche pit murder of J. R. Castle, 46, near Lubbock. Other defendants include Dalrymple’s wife June and three more indicted in connection with the slaying. Castle was beaten and shot, found in a caliche pit as juries prepare for death-penalty considerations.
Uncontrolled firestorm scorched over 5000 acres of timberland south of Clear Lake near Cobb Mountain in northern California. Between 800 and 1000 residents and vacationers evacuated as flames jumped in quarter mile bursts. 2 ranches and several homes burned. Firestorm winds up to 100 mph. 250+ firefighters and 100 pieces of gear deployed. 200 more workers requested. no injuries reported.
Police seek two thugs after a metal cash box was taken from under a counter at Clearview TV on Idalou Road. The box was found later in a restroom at the Alamo Motel Restaurant with $35 and two $27 checks inside. It is unclear if the box was dropped by the thieves or forgotten.
Washington officials report President Kennedy will hold a news conference at 4 p.m. Wednesday. The event aims to address ongoing national issues and provide updates on policy matters.
A top U S disarmament official said Communist China could explode a nuclear device within months, possibly up to a year, as U S British talks on a limited test ban treaty proceed. The estimate aligns with earlier comments by Geneva negotiator Arthur H Dean despite Soviet rejection of the proposal.
In Thorptown, a state highways truck sprayed quick drying paint over nine blocks when a hose coupling failed. Four cars, sidewalks, trees, and 67 year old Christina Bray were hit as the driver continued on unaware until alerted by bystanders. The incident left about half the 200 gallon tank spilled and the highways department offered to take claims.
In Sunchon, 200 miles south of Seoul, dikes collapsed during heavy rains and Nam River floodwaters overwhelmed the city. Officials report 84 killed and 26 missing as more than 2,000 homes in the 70 000 population city are flooded.
About 1,700 city workers, families, and guests attended the annual City of Lubbock Employees Service Awards Dinner at Municipal Coliseum. 143 recipients received pins led by Mose Hood of the Fire Department with 45 years of service. Mayor Jack Strong and city officials presented honors while N B McCullough served as master of ceremonies.
A report on the meeting of new teachers outlining program aims, expected challenges, and the districts plans to integrate them into classrooms. The feature notes collaboration with veteran staff and mentions forthcoming training dates and locations.
The House passed a constitutional amendment outlawing the poll tax for federal elections by 295 to 86 and sent it to states for ratification within seven years. It also approved the communications satellite bill 372 to 10, sending it to the President for signature after a Senate-approved version.
The first tropical storm of the Atlantic season, Alma, rose Monday with 45 mph winds near its center and 30 to 40 mph winds outward. Warnings stretched from Morehead City to Cape Hatteras as small craft advisories and rough seas spread from Jacksonville to the Virginia capes. Tides were expected to run two to four feet above normal.
Readers are asked to send short prayers under 60 words for possible use. A sample reads Today’s Prayer Jesus, help us see that there is no love except where You are. Anonymous.
FBI data show Texas homicide increases 7.2 percent in first half of 1962 versus 1961 while national murders rise 4 percent. Twelve Texas cities with populations over 100000 report 192 murders in a month period, up from 179. Rape and small-scale larceny show limited changes. detailed city figures include Amarillo El Paso Lubbock and Waco with shifts in murders roberies and burglaries.
Two robbers held 15 customers at gunpoint in a Bank of America branch in Los Angeles. One robber was one-armed and wearing a formal dinner jacket. Police said tellers Irene McMahon and Eva Goldacker were ordered to hand over all the money. The customers were told to stand back during the holdup.
The page lists high and low temperatures for Abilene El Paso Albuquerque Houston Amarillo Oklahoma City Dallas Roswell Denver and Falls. Readouts include values like 91/60 for Dallas and 98 for Roswell with mixed highs and lows across the Southwest region.
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