Viet Cong offer on phased U.S. troop withdrawal
In Paris a Viet Cong spokesman proposed a six month plan for the United States and allies to withdraw forces unconditionally in exchange for safety guarantees. The move is seen as tests of Hanoi’s intent amid Vietnamization efforts, with Defense Secretary Laird urging negotiation to avoid rigid schedules. Progress could come quickly if talks address more than unconditional withdrawal.
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Nixon
U.S
South Vietnam
Paris
Philippines
Defense
Melvin Laird
Hanoi
Illusion and Irony in Peace March Compared to Children's Crusade
An editorial argues that large antiwar protests in Washington echo the ill fated medieval Children’s Crusade. It contends youths lack context, warns pacifists may hinder peace, and asserts ultimate victory lies in legitimate political means and eventual withdrawal from Vietnam.
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Washington
Vietnam
Holy Land
U.S
Texas Outlook blasts student protests over Moratorium armbands
The Texas Outlook editorial condemns high school students wearing Vietnam Moratorium armbands and argues such actions have no place in schools. It warns that adult instigators could spread to lower grades and calls school boards to adopt firm policies to maintain authority throughout the system.
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Texas Outlook
Texas State Teachers Association
Texas Qutlock
Economic Outlook for 1970 Faces Political Risks
Washington predicts a difficult 1970 with gradual policy shifts as high interest rates curb housing and construction. Analysts warn of potential recession risk, uncertain budget moves, and a politically charged climate ahead of the November elections.
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Washington
Paul W. McCracken
Ecident
Council of Economic Advisers
Vietnam
A Small Town View On Pollution And Puns
Plainspoken notes claim a small town need not fret about air pollution while a tongue twisting puzzle hints at spelling quirks. The piece muses on the UN turning 24 without impact and reflects on money daydreams as harmless pastime and sleep aid.
Agnew Allies Split Among White House Circle
Washington reports show President Nixon weighing Vice President Spiro Agnew allies and critics within the White House. John Mitchell Henry Kissinger and Bryce Harlow back Agnew, while Moynihan and Klein raise cautions about national unity and political tone.
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Washington
Agnew
White House
Nixon
John Mitchell
John D. Erlichman
Henry Kissinger
Harry Dent
Storm Thurmond
D-S.c
Pennsylvania Avenue
Bryce Harlow
Congress
Wealth, Education and Welfare
Robert
Finch
Housing and Urban Development
George Romney
Senate
Hugh Scott
Pennsylvania
John Sherman Cooper
Kentucky
George Aiken
Vermont
Richard Nixon
West Texas Museum Dinner Marks Texas Tech Site
Washington reports the Federal Bureau of Investigation has entered wartime shipment records linked to the A-bomb project. In Lubbock a 13-year-old dream becomes reality as members of the West Texas Museum Association attend a dinner at the nearly completed Texas Tech museum.
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Howard Hughes
J. Paul Getty
Maharajah
Indore
Ella Fitzgerald
St. Louis
Aga Khan
Bing Crosby
Ella F
de Boxey
Lubbock Christian College
U.S
Texas Tech
Jones Stadium
Austin
Labbock Morning Avalanche
Washington
Federal
Russia
West Texas Museum Association
Letters to the Editor Criticize Editorial Bias at The Avalanche Journal
Carol Walker argues that The Avalanche Journal abuses headlines and framing to undermine constitutional rights and freedom of expression. She cites examples including coverage of a moratorium and ROTC incident, urging more objective reporting.
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The
Avalanche-Journal
Robert Tipton
Dallas
Plainview
Avalanche Journal
William Calley
Fulbright
Reds
ROTC
Tech
A-J
Carol Walker
46Th St
Soldier atrocities and combat constraints drew reader protest
In a letter from Brownfield reader W Graham Smith, the writer condemns perceived antiwar judgments and argues combat soldiers face dire choices under restricted rules of engagement. He contends courts punishing soldiers for wartime actions would themselves commit atrocities and urges accountability for all sides.
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The
Avalanche-Journal
Lusitania
Pearl Harbor
W. Graham Smith
Brownfield
Readers Critique Avalanche Journal Coverage Of Local Football
Letters from Cotton Center residents protest sparse coverage of their Class B team with two years of undefeated conference play and regional wins. A second letter criticizes an Avalanche Journal Vietnam policy stance as biased and calls for peace and rational discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Avalanche-Journal
Avalanche- Journal
Cotton Center
Wellman
Ralph McFerrin
American Lumber Co. Builds Hardware Niche in Tampa
The American Lumber Co. in Tampa grew from a 5000 square foot frame store to a thriving independent retailer. Since 1959 owners Al and Yolanda Fernandez expanded to over 300000 yearly volume, added employees and three delivery vehicles, blending hardware with nontraditional inventory to revive the business.
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American Lumber Co
Tampa
Fla
ALC
Albert
al) Fernandez
Yolanda
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Gure
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United Nations
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Kennedy
Johnson
Herb Klein
William P. Rogers
Klein
Rogers
Rockefellers
Onassises
Kennedys
Lubbock
Dodge
M. D. Anderson
Houston
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Avenue Q
Central
Jack Maguire
Texas
Nike
George McGovern
Vietnik
Sir Hank Don
Barrett
4Th St
Han’ Ty
Southern Hardware
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