Weather Bureau station in Lubbock misses pay raise list
The U.S. Weather Bureau station in Lubbock failed to meet ESSA upgrade standards for an annual aircraft count of 150,000 and long range radar requirements. Despite two citations and multiple awards, budget-cut criteria left the facility without the government pay increase while a replacement radar is prioritized.
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Temporary Building Permit Freeze In Guadalupe Neighb
The City Council imposed a temporary ban on building permits in the Guadalupe neighborhood and Memorial Civic Center area. The ordinance requires a 30 day appeal window to the City Council and targets a setback pending further consultation. Orville Alderson indicated plans to submit Guadalupe applications by October 1 and urban renewal director input followed.
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Leading indicators rise as prices ease and jobs slip
Washington reports July leading indicators up 1.6 percent the sharpest gain since last year signaling improved business prospects while wholesale price declines ease inflation concerns. The Commerce Department notes a drop in unemployment with the first decline in months amid a jubilant administration.
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Guerrilla Gang Claims Page 3 Tec Incident
A guerrilla group named Anat the New Years Gang claims responsibility for a Page 3 incident in the TEC section. The report notes the claim was received via unspecified channels and offers no details on injuries or outcomes.
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Nixon outlines shared duty to preserve international peace
President Nixon told Soviet Premier Kosygin in a letter that both sides must continue to preserve and strengthen international peace. The remarks followed a separate August 1 exchange, with Kosygin reaffirming adherence to Potsdam principles and democratic foundations.
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Johnson quietly marks 62nd birthday with family
Former President Lyndon B. Johnson celebrated his 62nd birthday with relatives and close friends on Thursday. An aide suggested the day may not have been as quiet as it appeared, noting Johnson’s children were present and the occasion drew some attention.
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Agnew Arrives in Cambodia Amid Strong U S Backing
Vice President Spiro Agnew lands in Phnom Penh receiving a warm reception as Washington pledges up to 40 million in military aid to Lon Nol regime. He stresses no Cambodia commitment while linking security of troops in Vietnam to regional events. Agnew continues Asian tour with Bangkok stop planned later today.
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Tate Trial Highlights Fatal LaBlancas Case
Testimony from John Fokianos describes the Tate murder scene as major news. Police traced the LaBlancas killings to their Feliz district residence, about 10 miles east of Benedict Canyon, after an outing at about 1 to 7 a.m. on August 10.
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Emergency meeting of Lubbock School Board set for today
The Lubbock school board will hold an emergency session at 7:45 p m in the board room at 1620 19th Street. Enrollment figures show some schools near capacity while others are under populated, prompting the meeting chaired by K Carter Seb and Supt Ed Irons.
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