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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1970
Page
1
The Avalanche-Journal reports a projected 11-cent rise in total price support tied to a $57 base loan rate for a 1971 program. Officials indicate new regulations would raise the net increase while maintaining a 45-point premium, with USDA setting 1971 production goals near 11,993,500 bales and a fixed cotton set-aside.
The article notes a shift in cotton acreage with 1971 allocations projected at 11.5 million acres. It also references the Tens Chinene next year at 4,884,609 acres, down from 1970 levels, and mentions related market allocations and adjustments.
A Senate subcommittee demanded new U S aid for Southeast Asia and approved about 1 billion dollars in foreign assistance. Officials including Secretary Rogers and Defense Secretary Laird argued for continued aid to Vietnam and Cambodia while moving toward troop withdrawals after next spring. The panel disagreed with critics who sought more openness on Cambodia plans.
Nevada court action and a secret meeting in Governor Laxalt's office fueled a power struggle over Howard Hughes $300 million business empire. Robert Maheu led the Nevada faction while Hughes remained elusive in the Bahamas, with both sides claiming Hughes endorsed their claim to control.
Fragmentary text indicates a report about a school trustees award related to a Lubbock museum project. Names and details are unclear but imply local education authorities recognizing involvement with a museum initiative.
A fragment notes Liflebockites cost one percent of a week’s wages and references the price of lunch. The text is sparse and lacks clear names or locations.
Lawmakers debate a proposed 1,800 mile per hour federal project with funding tied to Senate approval. The action centers on securing the necessary appropriations amid concerns about feasibility and cost.
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