23 Dec 1971
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1971
Page
1
Councilman Morris W. Turner confirmed plans to formally announce on January 4 his bid to succeed Mayor James Granberry, while Denton Riley and others weigh mayoral possibilities. Turner reports broad support from businessmen and bankers after four years on the council.
Tokyo official Ryokichi Minobe warned that the Chinese Communists are making serious preparations for war against the Soviet Union. He cited underground air raid shelters in Beijing and plans to move factories to mountain bases to survive bombing. Minobe noted Premier Chou En-lai showed warm feelings toward the United States, but declined to predict outcomes of talks with Nixon. The report notes Minobe’s visit to China and North Korea and his impression of Chou’s stance toward the U.S.
A stray fragment notes city officials desire a safe Christmas for motorists with a broad list of unrelated items. The piece mentions hospital construction permit approval and various national and world events, but the readable portion centers on a local holiday safety aim.
The council approved an $8.8 million Methodist Hospital building permit and expanded Meadowbrook Golf Course clubhouse under a new contract with Jay McClure. A 15 member Human Relations Commission was authorized to investigate complaints and reconcile disputes, while a test installation on containerization was debated and rate proposals stalled pending data.
A brief reader note honors Gods boundless love and eternal glory in nature. The prayer centers on praise for His works and seeks blessing and gratitude through a humble, reverent tone.
Brooklyn borough president Sebastian Leone defends Brooklyn’s status while noting missing city features. He questions how a 2.5 million population city lacks a bus terminal newspaper sports team or large hotel. The piece portrays Leone as a colorful advocate for Brooklyn.
Potter County deputies found two .32 caliber bullets nine miles northwest of Amarillo along FM 1061 near the Perryman body. Authorities in Mesquite investigate three abduction murders, with Lt. Stoney Jackson noting a possible link among the four killings.
Mayday signals from a Texas coast ship and a Palacios airstrip incident ended without disaster. A pump was delivered to the boat and a cutter to tow it ashore. a plane landed safely. Coast Guard could not determine the cause or contact the pilot.
Washington Price Commission grants landlords an automatic 2.5 percent rent rise with potential rollbacks under new rules. Average next year limited to about 3 to 3.5 percent as rent increases and the price freeze’s tail effects unfold. Board debates on 7 percent raises. CPI up 0.2 percent last month amid tax and clothing price shifts. President Nixon extends emergency controls to 1973 with retroactive pay provisions. Dow lingers with small losses after a strong rally.
Volunteers fill sacks with toys nuts and fruit for needy children in Lubbock as part of the Goodfellows 37th annual drive. Donations can be sent to Box 491 Lubbock 79408 as the group works to banish despair this holiday season.
Area on the South Plains enjoyed sunny balmy weather with a 68 degree afternoon high after an 77 degree early reading. Winter’s onset was limited to restricted airline operations and foggy North Central regions. Temperatures inch up toward the 70s with no precipitation expected before the weekend.
Fragmentary OCR item mentions Southwest weather, unclear details. Readers are left without a clear forecast or data such as regions, timings, temperatures, or conditions.
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