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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1960
Page
5
Turmoil in Algiers escalated with paratroopers firing on Muslim demonstrators amid a nationalist revolt. European settlers backed by right wing factions urged De Gaulle against self determination as streets burned, mobs clashed, and civilians hid inside homes.
Several birth notices report newborns with weights and times at various hospitals, listing fathers and occupations. In the same column, midmorning troop movements and street closures in Algiers accompany notes on De Gaulle’s Algeria visit and Kennedy’s cabinet selections for the new administration.
In Algiers right wingers threaten more riots unless De Gaulle retreats from Algerian self rule. Rumors speak of an independent government bid needing army support. In Oran tear gas and cordons target Moslem demonstrations. Clashes reported in Constantine.
UN report says a French Asian delegation may oppose a UN managed referendum in Algeria aimed at self determination. Arab diplomats doubt the move, others see a fair chance of action. De Gaulle seeks a referendum offering independence link or integration with France. Twenty three nations sponsor a UN supervised vote. Kennedy family notes.
Wright discussed his standing in a lengthy interview noting three of ten cabinet posts filled with Luther Hodges Ribicoff and Udall named for Commerce Health Interior. Willard Uphaus, 70, freed from county jail after refusing to cooperate in a state subversive inquiry. Pacifist leader denied liberal versus conservative labels while Kennedy backers sparred over party lines and living to support the nation. Japs protest Korean raids into Japan’s territorial waters near smuggling concerns.
A West Side Irish community charity event funded by Eddy Von Pabben and colleagues provided a turkey dinner, toys, and gifts to Hell's Kitchen children, with volunteers from local bars and Harlem waitresses aiding the annual party. The report also notes rising flood levels along the Sulphur and Sabine rivers in Texas and Louisiana, with crests forecast in several towns.
The seventh survivor of an eight man B52 crew from a jet bomber crash near Vermont was found Sunday amid snow covered mountains near North Hudson Schroon Lake. George M Da of Pawtucket Rhode Island was reported in good condition after a long search lasting about 40 hours.
In UN Security Council, Ceylon proposes boosting Hammarskjold powers to intervene in Congo chaos. Sir Claude Corea to present the measure Monday with Tunisia and others possibly co sponsoring. Zorin seeks a Sunday vote on Lumumba, Mobutu troops and Belgian personnel. Barco wins adjournment to Monday.
Sunnyvale California The UPSD A gold plated Discoverer capsule, the third fished from western Pacific skies by the Air Force, arrived at Moffett Field for a week long study of human tissue samples. The 300 pound capsule was snagged Saturday by Capt Gene Jones of Walla Walla Washington aboard an Air Force Constellation. Scientists will send test samples to the Air Force School of Aviation Medicine in San Antonio to measure radiation effects on bone marrow eyelid tissue gamma globulin and cancer cells from the flight. This follows the Air Force second straight catch of a Discoverer satellite with Jones piloting the other recoveries.
A wind driven fire swept downtown Dayton Tennessee destroying two buildings and badly damaging three others. Thompson's Hospital and a department store were evacuated as 75 firefighters fought the blaze in 40 degree weather. The blaze began in a basement and spread to a furniture, drug, and dry goods store near the Rhea County Courthouse, a site tied to the Scopes trial.
In Belmont Massachusetts the Nativity scene in the town center was vandalized as statues of Mary Joseph and animals were stolen. Mrs Selma Donovan a girl scout leader expressed shock while nearby Girl Scouts had raised funds to replace the figures.
Senate Republican policy chief Styles Bridges orders staff to draft party aims on major issues for the new Congress. The plan includes a first statement on peaceful coexistence with the Communists, with emphasis on hard lines toward the Russians and Chinese. Bridges and Dirksen back a tighter policy group, aiming to base policy on majority Republican views without outside liaison with Nixon or Eisenhower.
Runoff from persistent rains and snowpack triggers flood danger across Central and East Texas. Trinity River expected to flood long Lake and Midway, with Liberty near Houston also threatened for several days. Dozens of streams reach flood stage as warmer temps melt snow, while power and communications crews rush to restore lines. Local harvest delays and agricultural impacts noted with cotton fields likely ahead of schedule once weather clears.
Bulky actor Andy Devine stars opposite wife and son Tad in Two Rode Together. Devine recalls meeting his wife in Dr. Bull and jokes about saluting Tad in the film. He says he keeps working, educates children, and notes Tad’s seven years in TV.
Storm Madison reveals Andy shares his 10 percent stake in a Screen Gems produced series after selling others to producers. He credits three career bumps Spirit of Notre Dame radio with Jack Benny and Never Say Die with Bob Hope as key boosts.
Weather details show moderate to heavy rains in Tennessee and South Carolina and a deep cold snap across the northeast with record lows near Buffalo and surrounding towns. Other areas report freezing to subzero readings as the Midwest braces for a cold front.
An apparent broadside crash injured two near the Avenue HS underpass. W M Rust Slaton and engineer McKnight reported the wheels were knocked loose and the victim hurled from the station wagon. Nall was hospitalized by a Rix Funeral Home ambulance. A Mathis resident, Angus Line Gutierrez, 23, remained in good condition after a car jeep crash. he underwent leg surgery at West Texas Hospital.
Donations to the Chief Goodfel dent via The Avalanche Journal support a 26 year tradition. Contributions buy toys, candy, fruit, and nuts for children within city limits and are acknowledged in the newspaper.
An eight year old black woman bit an officer after resisting arrest on a Sunday afternoon at an avenue location. Officer Roger Stafford received emergency care at Methodist Hospital and was released. The woman was jailed for abusive language and aggravated assault on a police officer.
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