Nixon threatens special session to push appropriations
President Nixon warned Congress of a Dec 26 special session to finish this year's appropriations as the Senate moves toward a 15 percent Social Security hike in a tax reform bill. The move, opposed by Nixon who sought 1 percent, would aim to aid 25 million elderly citizens starting Jan 1. Senate Democratic Leader Mansfield indicates support, while Republicans Scott and Ford relay the White House message. The Senate also sent the White House a $4.7 billion regular appropriations bill for public works and the Atomic Energy Commission, including $800 million to combat water pollution.
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Montana
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Hugh Scott
Pennsylvania
Gerald R. Ford
Michigan
White House
Mansfield
Atomic Energy Commission
King vows to stay on as Texas Tech coach despite critics
Avalanche-Journal reports coach J T King, returning from a 33 0 loss to Arkansas and a 5 5 season, plans to rebuild with the staff and pursue recruiting battles, defending his job and future at Texas Tech amid pressure from rivals and local voices.
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Te Tech
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J. T. King
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Tech
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Wolves
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King
Texas Tech
War Victim Lamb Man of Littlefield Dies in Vietnam
Special report: Jimmy Burk 22, son of Dr. and Mrs. Glenn Burk, was killed in a South Vietnam helicopter crash Sunday while on a mission near Bien Hoa. A 1966 Littlefield High School graduate, he lettered in football track and basketball, attended North Texas State University, and studied mortuary science in Dallas. Survivors include two brothers Don and Roy, a sister Kay, and grandmother Mrs. Ruth Burk. Funeral arrangements pending.
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Glenn
Burk
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GOODFELLOWS BIG FAMILY NEEDS CHEER AT CHRISTMAS
A 15 year-old girl writes a plea to the Goodfellows asking aid for her large family as Christmas nears. She explains her parents cannot afford gifts for her siblings and hopes the charity can help ease the day for them. Chief Goodfellow notes many letters arriving as the season begins.
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Medina speaks out massacre order denied by officer
Capt Ernest Medina denied ordering a massacre at My Lai 4 but admitted shooting a wounded Viet Cong woman. He told reporters no slaughter was reported to him and he did not order any massacre. The Pentagon briefing followed Army investigations into a possible coverup.
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Charles Robb
Lyndon B. Johnson
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Vietnam
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Entertaining Yuletide Displays Boost Avalanche Journal Contest to 49
The Avalanche-Journal Christmas lighting contest reached 49 entries with 24 Exterior 9 Window 14 Doorway and 2 Collective Groupings. The 27th Street avenue of lanterns area features multi colored lights and references to residents decorating since 1964. Entry details and hours to submit are provided by the paper.
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Bethlehem
Sind
Avalanche-Journal
27Th Street
C. G Rook Jr
27Th St
Quaker Ave
Salem Ave
H. W. Howack
13Th
Rail deal ends threat of nationwide shutdown
Washington AP reports a wage agreement reached after nonstop bargaining averts a nationwide rail shutdown. The pact covers 1969 with back pay of 380 to 40 dollars per worker and awaits ratification by four unions over the next week to 10 days.
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George P. Shultz
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Winpisinger
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John P. Hiltz
Thieves Nabbed as 8-Year-Olds Steal Bicycles in Italy
In Sesto San Giovanni three eight year old thieves were caught after a week of bicycle thefts. Police report the youths selected the newest models and were handed to their parents.
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Sesto San Giovanni
Italy
Prayer Ending With Not My Will But Thine Be Done
A Lubbock reader petitions for closer communion and obedience to God. The letter expresses a desire to discern and live out Thy will through faith and prayer in Jesus name.
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Jesus
Lubbock
Lubbock considers annexing 22 square miles for lakes and growth
Vaughn Hendrie reports the city may annex over 22 square miles near Lubbock in January. Areas include Carlisle, the West Texas Air Terminal, Tahoka Highway strip, Yellowhouse Canyon and Comanche Canyon Park, with a planned $17.9 million lakes and parks system adding six small lakes and 721 acres of new parkland. A public hearing is set for December 11 with council action possible within 10 to 20 days after.
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Avalanche-Journal
Lubbock
Carlisle
West Texas Air Terminal
Tahoka Highway
Lakes Project
Children’s Home
Yellowhouse Canyon Lubbock
Comanche Canyon Park
Yellow House Canyon
North Lubbock
Slaton
Mackenzie Hodges
Mac Simmons
Fort Worth
Freese, Nichols
Robert Burr
W. D. Rogers Jr
Aes
Rogers
Winter storm brings drizzle and fog across Texas and Southwest
A fresh winter storm swept the southwest United States with scattered snow from Arizona to Kansas and into the Texas Panhandle. Heavy fog and overcast skies blanketed the South Plains while rainfall totals varied from a trace to about .18 inch, with fog reducing visibility and halting air traffic at West Texas Air Terminal.
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Avalanche-Journal
United States
Arizona
Kansas
Panhandle
Texas
South Plains
Liaibbeck
West Texas Air Terminal
Lubbock
Clovis
Big Spring
Cau Plains
Childress
Amarillo
U.S Weather Bureau
Texas Air Terminal
Profit, Rancher Say At Trial On Cattle Foreclosure
A Lubbock trial recessed as witnesses debated profits from cattle bought after Citizens National Bank foreclosed on Homer G. Mares. J E Birdwell and partner profited as prices rose, while defense contended Plaza Building stock was largely worthless amid heavy debts. The Monterey Lubbock Corp. issue centered on ownership and asset value.
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Kenneth May
Avalanche-Journal
Birdwell
Maxey
Tend
Pat Moore
Charles B. Jones
Monterey Lubbock Corp
Monterey Lubbock
Plaza
Weather Summary for Lubbock and Vic
Decreasing cloudiness with warmer temperatures today. Some morning fog and partly cloudy cooler conditions expected. Highs in the mid 50s to 60s and tonight's low in the mid 30s.
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