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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1956

Page

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Cold blast grips Texas with frigid high of 38

A bone chilling cold settled on the South Plains as temperatures failed to rise above 45 degrees, with Lubbock recording a 38 degree high. The frigid air mass threatens a blanket of cold across Texas through Monday as fog lifts and clouds break. Weather officials warn of continued frigid conditions statewide.

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Explosion Damages Brownfield News Plant. Five Escape

An explosion at the Brownfield News plant damaged the building heavily and scattered debris over 50 to 60 yards. Five employees, including publisher Curtis Sterling, were treated and released. Mrs. Jewell Moore was hospitalized overnight for observation. Damage was estimated around 20 000 to 25 000 dollars as natural gas failures within the double ceiling caused the blast.

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Fighting Spreads as Riots Hit Hungarian Countryside

An informant reported scores of Hungarians killed and many wounded as clashes with Russian troops widen from Budapest to provinces. The unrest began in Budapest and spread to Salgotarjan area amid demonstrations by workers and detained leaders.

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State Board urges sweeping school system overhaul

The State Board of Education recommends Legislature reorganize Texas schools to abolish county units and create a unified system. After two years of study and guidance from the last session, the board argues for real reform to improve efficiency and control across districts.

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All State Bandsman Named in Today’s Panel

A brief panel note announces an all state bandsman named in today’s edition. The item cites page references across multiple sections including Page 8 Section 1 and Page 8 Section 7, noting Edtitorial and ArtMusicNews content, with Area Farm News and South Plains Of News listings on Pages 2, 1, and 8 respectively.

Area Farm News South Plains of News

Missing funds and valuables reported at OKA Film Lines

Police reported theft of more than $4,000 in cash and checks from OKA Film Lines at 1510 Ave G. An office employee, Bille Lott, was identified in connection with the investigation after a Bogota airport reference. Investigators described the incident as ongoing with further details expected.

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Odd Year Mishaps Shelled By A Dogcatcher

A Pawnee City report details bizarre events involving a dogcatcher and a delayed plan. Items include a gopher bomb mistaken for a time device and a woman’s gown incident. Authorities say a shot was fired at the dogcatcher amid chaotic scenes.

70 Now Entered In Avalanche Journal Lighting Contest

Entry details are fragmentary but indicate participants in a lighting contest with prizes for top places. The readable text references first, second, and third place awards with monetary values, and mentions Bee and Chicago as potential entities.

Avalanche-Journal

Mesquite Christmas Averts Trees For Allergy Family

Four members of a Mesquite family are allergic to Christmas trees this year yet they adapt with substitutes. Mrs. Sanford notes long standing reactions and steady questions about gifts while describing how their holiday at the Hotpe Te Pot Ranch diverges from other homes in Lubbock locality.

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