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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1963
Page
11
A widening water event flooded Los Angeles areas near Rodeo Road and Culver City, washing out structures, scattering debris, and forcing evacuations. Rescue teams, Civil Defense volunteers, and emergency services coordinated to locate survivors and secure affected neighborhoods.
The session discusses postponing action on cotton policy with emphasis on price supports and potential impacts on domestic consumption. Key figures push for a September deadline while noting broader economic implications for farmers and industry.
An unclear report notes Belle's alleged financial shed by Belle and hidden dealings. Mentions a federal inquiry, a Manuf cewinte Antes business, and ties to Brazilian expenses. References legal action, sanctuary notes, and a coast scene.
A fragmentary report attributes a catastrophic California dam collapse to a disaster that allegedly killed up to five hundred people. Details are unclear and sources are inconsistent in this excerpt.
A weak warmup was forecast for the state with clear skies south of the Red River and over Abilene to Waco, while Browns Ville reported light rain. Temperatures varied from the Midland region to Presidis with Lubbock near one degree and the Panhandle experiencing the season's first zero reading in the early Saturday.
The note describes a local gathering for Goodfellows supporters at The Avalunes Labhock Coantheltenes venue with attendees and activities noted amid festive lines.
Funeral services are announced for Randy Wayne Hooks with arrangements pending. The notice lists service details and participating entities, noting family connections and local church affiliations in Mesa.
The article outlines a heated debate over foreign aid reductions with Johnson and the House clashing on funding. It notes plans for a conference to resolve House Senate splits, with proposals for a ceiling on aid and varying figures from 4.3 to 8.0 billion dollars.
The readable text hints at a dated event involving places and people but is heavily garbled. It mentions terms like Kemer Mutt Evans and Clunn with scattered place names suggesting a local historical reference or obituary fragment.
A Hobbs woman identified as Mrs Ann Wilson was found dead in a burning residence. Fire crews said smoke and heat likely caused the fatality, with investigators awaiting medical and fire reports.
Sheppard Air Force Base unveils a new hospital as a landmark project born from early studies in 1959 and funded by US appropriation. Official dedication ceremonies are planned with Air Force and civilian leaders, while the facility serves as a community medical hub for the base.
Dinah Washington known as the Queen of the Blues was found dead Saturday in Detroit at age 62 or 54 according to reports. Investigators said she died from an overdose of pills with an unmarked bottle labeled orange and blue pills near her bed. Her body was found by her seventh husband former NFL player Tek Night Trains Lane and autopsy was planned at Wayne County morgue.
A movement to enforce Sunday closing laws in Lubbock reported broad adherence by major downtown stores after assurances given Saturday by Kate Epps of Downtown Merchants Inc. The effort, supported by ministers and officials, culminated in a Khiva Shrine dinner-dance with about 125 couples attending at Hillcrest. County Attorney AL Whitaker and Fred West coordinated actions to pursue legitimate complaints filed.
FBI says Barry Keenan and two others abducted Frank Sinatra Jr at Lake Tahoe and held him in the San Fernando Valley. Ransom totaling 24000 was paid, money recovered, with key items traced to Keenan. Sinatra Jr freed unharmed after a LA airport drop and a lengthy police operation.
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