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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1963

Page

6

Economy orders followed tied to base closures despite protests

In line with presidential economy orders Secretary McNamara announced further base closures. The plan would cause a net loss of about 80 civilian jobs, with many workers at affected bases displaced. Senator Renting and Rep Hochert criticized the cost and impact, noting $4,220 per new job in hard-hit areas and an estimated $38 million needed to replace the jobs lost.

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Budget tightening and defense base closings in Johnson era

The article reports President Johnson pushing tighter management and program postponements amid severe budget stringency. It notes looming deficits near 50 to 60 billion, built in increases from prior laws, and defense base closings including Camp Leroy Johnson and other sites. Officials from Faubus to Stratton criticize waste and defense cuts, while the Army and Navy announce closures in multiple states and foreign countries as part of economy moves.

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Franchise extension debated by city officials and SWPS

In 1941 a one year extension was granted for the franchise with a review clause at end of five year period if desired. The pact covers compensation for use of streets and public ways based on yearly gross receipts. The meeting included SWPS officials Bob Brummal and Gene McDonald with attorneys Milam and Dupree, and city leaders Mayor Strong and Commissioners Alderson McLarty Simpson O'Mara, plus City Manager Pitstick and City Ally Senter Jr.

Municipal Utilities Advisory Rolan Simpson City Mgr Bill Pitstick City Ally Fred C. Senter Jr

Sinatra Suspect Abduction Suspect Under Scrutiny

A house near the road in a valley draws attention as FBI activity and rumors of an abduction probe unfold. Neighbors identify a well dressed, blond man in his late twenties living near the scene, driving a late model white car and speaking with a possible English accent.

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Storms disrupt highways across the Midwest to New England

Storms hit the Midwest and East blocking highways west of Lead South Dakota and across New Jersey. Travel slowed on routes to the George Washington Bridge while heavy snow warnings extended from New York to New England. Temperatures plummeted as snow and ice affected bus and mail service and gusty gales impacted coastal areas.

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Lubbock Youth Win Hi-Y Legislature Roster Named

Johnny B Walker of Lubbock elected to lead the ith annual Hi-Y Legislature which drew about 700 teenagers from across the state Barry Rountree of San Angelo named lieutenant governor Gill King of Dallas attorney general Jimmy Hollad of Beaumont secretary of state Beverly Semple of El Paso comptroller Judy Haleson of Austin treasurer. Outgoing snow and cold across Texas disrupted travel as Panhandle warmed. Fort Worth traffic jam formed as workers tried to beat ice.

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South City Faces Sunday Closing Law Enforcement Issues

City meeting reviews Sunday closing law enforcement with merchants and clergy weighing emergency purchases against health and welfare. Officials note manpower limits and require certified affidavits from complainants detailing purchases of restricted items on weekend sales.

West Hanite Enwoney Eaner Carne J. Ralph Grant Gency First Baptist Church Lubbock

Firemen Battle Lovington Blaze at Booster Station

A Lovington fire roared from a Texas New Meview Pipeline booster station four miles west of town near Artesia Highway. Fire units fought the inferno as flames shot hundreds of feet into the air for hours. No injuries were reported and crews remained on scene after the Thursday blaze began.

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Goodfellows Letter Highlights Local Hunger This Christmas

A reader shares a heartfelt Christmas tale from Lubebock describing a student delivering food and toys to poor children. The letter recalls a bare home with a leaky roof and no heat, and a family expressing distress as Christmas dinner turns to sawdust. The writer urges widespread action to ensure no child goes hungry.

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Yule Trail Lights Go On as City Shows Off 108 Entries

Judges begin evaluating the Yule Trail across Lubbock as 108 entries light up homes and businesses from 6 to 10 p m daily through December 19. Entrants include 71 teams and individuals with scenes from neon reindeer to manger displays and festive trees.

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Local Addresses Listed for Notices and Names

The fragment lists multiple names and street addresses including Mr. and Mrs. Chick Trout at 2016 2nd St E W D FE, L. Merriott at 5111 28th St E, and Hine and Bob Hunter at 1626 20th St 1, with 19th St F College Ave and ATI St noted among clues. The readable portion suggests a notice or directory fragment with residents or property holders.

Hugh Country Club Bernard Seay Stanford D. Rhines Temple Ave Virginia ‘T. Williams 7Th St Bob Key Main St Margaret Woodside 15Th St Lillie Shankle Ave. M Fred Robinson Robert HL. Lee Jim Taylor Fantly Auburn St G.I. Whitaker James Isaacs Brown St Non Pat McBrayer F. Colgate St Eddy Ramsey F. Baylor Chick Trout E.W. D L. Merriott 28Th St Hine Bob Hunter 20Th St

Listing of residents and addresses on 34th Street area

A readable fragment lists numerous names and street addresses around 34th Street near College Avenue and 36th Street, including Helen Kay, Andy McNatly, Charles Stewart, J C Vandenberg, and many others. The partial text appears to be a notice or roster showing residents and home locations with cross streets and partial city blocks.

Helen Kay Andy McNatly Hornsby Charles Stewart Sath Vrs J.C. Vandenberg Jackie Makle Ovmany Carter Carol O'Connell Paul Farris Merv Richard L. Anerson Marguerite Minvitt Sanders Don Tipps T. A. Noble 17Th WY Mey James S. Irwin Kay Bryant Gary Barrett Joe Owens 18Th St Isham Mirv Douglas Boren VL Herman Sted St Rollie Mastrd Rollie Mastrd Soe, Wa Mrs. Ple, Mangrum, Stat Sith St. (0, Wy Mes. Arnold Nored 56Th St el Hickman Jr 56Th William B. Dozier ED Rickey Ronnie Boutron William A. Conley Don Wilkins

Local addresses listed in community directory

A block of residence entries appears with names and street addresses in the East of College area. The list includes Low Ann Donley and Ricky Knowles with their streets, along with Kathy Woodside Betty Scott and Mr and Mrs Andy Saddler.

Low Ann Donley Ave Ricky Knowles 21St St Kathy Woodside 30Th St Betty Scott Andy Saddler 33Rd St

Local Residents Named in Street Directory Fragment

Readable lines list multiple names and addresses such as Johnny Cloud at 615 38th St and Alton Odom at 1708 13rd St with various initials and misread city codes. The OCR shows a confused snippet of a neighborhood directory or notice with numerous typos and incomplete lines.

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