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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1964
Page
1
A broad Texas weather page notes a warming trend with a push toward milder temperatures by early Monday. Nearby science coverage discusses Texas backed researchers seeking new electricity sources including atomic fusion experiments.
A fictional Apathy County in Texas mirrors real county government flaws. The piece argues outdated statutes and a passive electorate trap officials in underperforming duties, citing a Lub bock grand jury finding of a $5600 tax certificate fund shortage and noting official responsibility.
Leaders of the Vietnamese armed forces dissolved the high national council and arrested seven of its nine members in a swift purge. The move elevates the military council as the dominant force in Saigon as Buddhist leaders condemn the action and protest continues. Paratroopers search for the remaining member while streets stay calm.
The Atomic Energy Commission announced a low-yield underground nuclear test in Nevada aimed at developing excavation methods for a potential sea level waterway to replace the Panama Canal. The blast, conducted Friday, released energy equivalent to about 100 tons of TNT.
The Chief Goodfellow reports the Goodfellows Christmas fund at 4173.83 with over 8000 children on the list needing gifts. The committee calculates about 1 per child and urges Lubbock residents to contribute now to meet the required amount before Christmas.
Hattye and Billy Coyne win grand prize in Lubbock Christmas Lighting Contest for a 35 foot roof piercing tree and elaborate Night Before Christmas scenes. The display features 750 plastic bows, 150 pixies, Santa figure on roof, and elves reindeer sleigh, drawing many visitors from the Yule Trail.
The Avalanche-Journal awards 50 prize money to Mr. and Mrs. Jack Walker and Mary Ann for their extensive Yule Trail display at 2301 58th St. Their annual home decorations include exterior lights, a window scene with moving figures, and a stockings hung by the chimney setup, drawing motorists nightly.
Fires across nine states claim at least 29 lives including 24 children. Neiman Marcus in Dallas suffers a blaze with damages over 5 million dollars. eight firefighters injured. Separate fires in North Carolina Arkansas and Indiana add to a tragic weekend.
A five hour blaze at Neiman Marcus in Dallas caused estimated losses over 5 million dollars. Chief executive Edward Marcus said stock was fully insured and Christmas rush losses may be covered. Fire crews fought flames from 3 30 a m till 9 a m as seven stories housed new floors and the children’s department suffered heavy damage. Stanley Marcus inspected the ruined interior after control of the fire. The cause remained undetermined and structural damage was not yet known.
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