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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1962
Page
4
Judge Lindsey urged a study of duties of county officials amid a dispute over the treasurer and auditor roles. He asked parties to brief the law while the county hires E G Pharr to represent the case. Mrs Rieger and the treasurers association vow to take the matter to the Supreme Court if needed.
A fog shrouded Idlewild airfield disaster left 25 dead as a jetliner burned after landing. Fire crews sprayed foam while nine survivors, including two stewardesses, were rushed to nearby hospitals. Relatives gathered as police guided them to rooms for updates.
At a joint meeting in the Lubbock Club the city commission and school board discussed shared costs for school area crossing guards. Mayor Strong, noting a court ruling on student conduct, suggested possible joint financial responsibility while officials stressed careful fact review before action.
Moss criticizes government secrecy in space and nuclear news, citing closures of Nevada tests and Soviet probes. He warns blanket censorship harms public understanding and weakens the government, urging fuller, timely reporting and openness on military and space activities.
A Spanish fishing trawler sent a distress call Friday claiming a fire aboard 450 miles east of Newfoundland. The Coast Guard reported the blaze not severe and nearby ships were ready to assist if needed.
New Delhi reports Beijing ready to pull back troops along the frontier but warns that hostilities could flare again if India refuses retreat. Indian officials note fewer Chinese troops but fear regrouping for another assault as Nehru and Chinese officials exchange warnings.
Cleveland's two daily papers halted as the Teamsters Union and the American Newspaper Guild joined a strike. Picketing at the Plain Dealer entrance delayed publication. only 12,000 copies were printed and sold in the building lobby. Forest City Publishing laid off most staff after shifts, with a limited number retained for essential duties.
Mikoyan and Kennedy ended a 34 hour meeting at the United Nations with no clear Cuban settlement in sight. U.S. officials press for strong international verification and a pledge against invasion while Moscow seeks U.S. affirmation of a Cuban agreement.
Billie Sol Estes, appearing nervous, entered not guilty pleas to a three count federal indictment accusing him of underreporting debt to the Commodity Credit Corp. for 1960 and 1961. The promotor will have about 70 days to file motions before a hearing and later trial date.
Dublin announces a policy shift permitting free import of all food types except meat. The measure aims to diversify supply while maintaining meat restrictions under existing safety and regulatory rules.
Rev M Gayland Pool a Texas Tech graduate was ordained by Bishop George H Quarterman at St Marys Episcopal Church Big Spring. He serves as vicar of St Johns Lamesa and curate of St Marys Big Spring. The ceremony featured Rev Thomas M Miller and other clergy.
On Oct 21 Nov 12 19 and 22 IRS agents searched a garbage can behind Smiths home finding bet slips torn into pieces. Smith, retired at least five years, faced a maximum penalty of one year in prison and or a $10 000 fine. District Attorney George Nelson said he was unaware of the arrest until questioned by a reporter.
Mrs. Bailey Guess Jr is back in Pecos after ten days of medical treatment at Methodist Hospital following surgery at Lubbock’s hospital on November 21. Her mother Mrs. J N Marks of Idalou has been with her children Glenna and Becky, while daughter Carol Ann Guess visited from Baylor University and returned to Waco. Sister Mrs. John R Hall Jr resides in Lubbock. Baptist Student Union plans a Clean Jean event at the Student Center today from 1 to 4 p.m., led by Terry Pate, student center chairman, with refreshments provided.
Dick Walker announces opening of reservations for seven City Park party houses for 1963. About 30 people queued at Mackenzie Terrace on Friday night with clubs staking out dates since Thursday 3 a.m. Reservations begin at 8 a.m. at Mackenzie Terrace and by phone Monday. Each person may hold up to 12 reservations and must pay for all dates at booking.
Hollywood veteran Charles Laughton aged 63 was discharged from Cedars of Lebanon Hospital where he has been treated since January for cancer. Doctors said he remains seriously ill but will continue internal medication at home and no longer receives cobalt bomb therapy after July vertebra removal surgery.
London reports that talks begin December 6 to form Malta as a fully independent nation within the Commonwealth. Malta currently governs itself on most matters but retains control of foreign policy and defense.
Dried fruits are becoming a major import item in the Netherlands, reflecting growing demand and shifts in consumer taste. Trade patterns show increasing shipments from abroad, with importers expanding storage and distribution networks to meet rising consumption.
During a Friday hearing in Lubbock County, officials debated who should sign payroll checks and whether the treasurer’s office should gain a fulltime assistant. Mrs. Rieger, the county treasurer, testified she can sign payroll quickly but wants staff support. others argued the issue reflects broader questions about office expansion and signatory authority. Ralph Hall and Warren Harding framed the dispute as needing a legislative clarification of auditor and treasurer duties.
A long list records multiple births across Reese Air Force Base Hospital West Texas Hospital Methodist Hospital Marys Hospital Lauf Clinic and Taylor Hospital with parent residences and fathers occupations. Weights range from 3S pounds 9 ounces to 8 pounds 2 ounces and times from early morning to early evening Friday and Thursday.
London United Press International reports that members of the House of Lords may lose the privilege of being hanged with a silken cord instead of hemp. Lord Hailsham, the Conservative leader, suggests the ancient right is disputed in the name of democracy and may not be exercised again.
Newburgh New York AP report: Underwood Hall aged 52 stole a can of ham and a can of turkey from a local supermarket. City Court Judge Charles Roskoski sentenced him to 90 days in jail with 270 meals to be provided.
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