Education Obstacle for Mexican Americans Sees Low College Graduation
In the Southwest Mexican Americans face education as the main barrier to a better life. Dropout rates are high and college enrollment low at major universities. cultural and language barriers persist especially in rural colonias. Public figures note pride and loyalty, with some veterans earning Medals of Honor.
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Albuquerque
N.M
California
Jose
Joe
Calderon
Rio Grande Valley
Texas
ALUA
University of Texas
Richard N. ‘Adams
Etate
Houston
Los Angeles
Felix Fraga
Neighborhood Centers Association
Mexico
Southwest
Justice Department
Cabaret Slated At Tech Union
Texas Tech's Second International Cabaret sponsored by the International Club is set for 7:45 p.m. December 12 in the Coronado Room of the Tech Union. The show features music dances and literary presentations from around the world with intermission refreshments. Steve Joiner Trio will provide background music and admission is 50 cents for singles or couples.
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Texas Tech
International Club
Coronado
Tech
Asworld
Steve Joiner
HEW Grant Supports Littlefield Migrant Health Clinic
The Health Education and Welfare Department approved a 34759 dollar grant to the Littlefield City Council in Lamb County to continue operations of a clinic serving migrant workers and their families. The funds will provide basic health services medical information and immunizations at the Littlefield clinic. Announcement was made on Wednesday.
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Washington (Special
Health, Education and Welfare Department
Littllefield City
Littlefield
Lamb County
Prices to Hold Line in 1970 Cars Despite Changes
Detroit reports 1970 autos will resemble 1969 models with similar prices. Optional safety gear may expand, including skid resistant rear brakes and anti skid systems. Keyless access via coded cards may appear. three new minicars from Ford, GM, and AMC planned for 1969–70, with GM and AMC phasing out older models.
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David W. Chute
Detroit
UPD
National Highway Safety Bureau
Sears
Ford
Chrysler
American Motors
General Motors
Ford Motor Company
Cadillac
AMC
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Piainn Zee
Orming
Labbor K. Te
EI Ray
Hickory
Meers
Redwood Lumber
Textone
Frontier
North Ave
Erskine
Jarett
Broadway
Robbe Winthrop Verde
Stacy
Jarett's
Pioneer Hotel
Sterling Now
Lubbock
IM Monteasy Center
West Texas
Loop
S.W
Adv.p
Lubbock's
Monterey Center
Reed & Barton Sterling
Reed & Barton
Sterling
Anderson's
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