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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1969
Page
3
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An Austin anti smut conference heard Mel Friedman of Houston argue obscenity laws are nearly unenforceable. He noted Texas lacks a pandering law and that proving the Supreme Court three part test is nearly impossible. Indictments rise while prosecutions fall and court rulings stretch or loosen standards.
News from Austin reports first floor room renovations finished at the Governor's Mansion and an official historical marker dedication. Gov and Mrs Preston Smith resume public receptions and events as the "lovely old" 1856 building opens to tourists. Mrs Smith enjoys living there and sees no rush to move or turn the house into a museum.
Art Buchwald depicts Hollywood turmoil as major studios under conglomerates shift management and seek blockbuster output. He chronicles Blockbuster Films under Riptide Fire Hydrant, firing staff for bread executives and planning 350 films, amid a fiasco over a high budget project that mirrors a past MGM copyright snag.
DAVID LAWRENCE argues that while Nixon spoke clearly on national issues, millions could not hear or read full transcripts due to timing and newspaper print limits. He suggests afternoon pre records and later broadcasts could widen access, noting tax and Vietnam policy points raised by the President.
Readers are urged to express views on public issues through letters to the editor. Letters over 350 words are usually not considered. shorter submissions receive preference. All letters must include the writer's name and address to be published.
Editor lauds the city’s virtues and civic efforts in a candid year end message. The piece praises local citizens for plans and practical kindness, noting friendships through actions and the help given to those in need.
Lyndon Johnson plans to say in forthcoming memoirs that he never sought the presidency in 1960 or 1964 and harbored no secret aspirations. He argues a southern regional bias blocked strong national support and cites Lady Bird Johnson memorandums urging him not to run.
Washington lawmakers attacked Britain's move to recognize Communist China and urged the United States not to follow. In Texas Austin officials floated a sales tax to fix state finances as Gov. Allan Shivers offered a quick response. Oklahoma City lawmakers approved a resolution urging Denison Dam be designated with a Choctaw name meaning big water. About 50,000 farmers on the South Plains eligible for the quota referendum.
Washington reports reveal deliberate slowdowns by postal workers in multiple cities as Christmas mail volume rises. The Inspection Division seeks leaders of the slowdown and considers disciplinary action, while unions warn of potential strikes or further pressure amid wage debates with Congress.
A guest editorial from the Memphis Commercial Appeal argues service quality varies but notes that courteous clerks exist when customers choose polite, efficient establishments. It stresses buyer responsibility to be a good customer and recalls an old man who never saw rudeness directed at him, urging discernment.
Hartwig and Weaver of Oklahoma City share the planning and promotion secret behind their rise from a five year old shop to six Highlander Centers. They aim for 15 more in six years and credit distributor surveys and 10 000 free wash tickets before openings.
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