Governor urges federal takeover of welfare programs
Texas Governor Preston Smith pressed President Nixon and 12 other governors to transfer financing of welfare programs to the federal government. He argued states face unsustainable costs and cited rising welfare expenses from 1969 to 1970 as evidence for a nationalized funding approach.
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Four Held Hostage In Lubbock Home
Avalanche Journal reports four people held by two masked gunmen in a Lubbock residence at 8307 19th Street. The attackers restrained Mrs Dorathy Jennings, her mother in law, a maid, and a 3 year old girl Dorothy for over two hours demanding money. A getaway with a small amount of cash followed as police investigated the daytime home invasion.
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Docetiathy Heals Officers With Minor Injuries
A case details officers treated for minor injuries after an incident described as tattered and involving male subjects. The report emphasizes non life threatening harm and calls for further investigation.
Economic aid debate reshapes Cambodia and Israel funding
The Senate Appropriations Committee advanced supplemental military aid for the current fiscal year. The package totals about $1.1 billion with $255 million for Cambodia and $200 million for other goals. Debate focused on economic aid as part of broader security commitments.
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Loot Merchants Use UV Ink to Identify Stolen Goods
Lubbock merchants facing a rash of store burglaries band together to mark clothing with invisible ultraviolet ink. The plan aims to aid recovery and convictions by exposing stolen items when illuminated, with Downtown Lubbock Inc. president Joe Phillips hoping the measure deters thieves and helps prosecutions. John Melouf suggested the idea after reading a trade journal.
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Junior college representatives meet for seminar at Texas Tech
Junior college representatives attend a Texas Tech seminar as part of a statewide exchange. The event gathers students and faculty from area colleges to discuss curriculum, cooperation, and opportunities for joint programs at the university.
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Texas Tech
Plane crash near Apollo test hints at near disaster
A damaged clipping describes a 18 last April event where astronauts aboard a Cai ead flight narrowly escaped disaster after a tense landing. Officials investigate cause and review safety protocols.
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