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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1968

Page

11

Signs of prisoner deals loom in Hanoi as Pueblo weighs

Observers in Hanoi monitor possible new prisoner exchanges amid lingering concern for US personnel held by North Vietnam and Viet Cong. Analysts note known counts of captives and missing across services, and speculate on North Vietnam using pilots as bargaining chips in Paris peace talks or as goodwill gestures during negotiations.

North Vietnam Red China Marine Corps Air Force Navy Chi Minh Hanoi Pueblo U.S U.S. Tls Paris

Remembering Robert E Maxey Public Servant and Builder

Obituary notes the life of Robert E Maxey a leading figure in the Canadian River water project. It highlights his work on the Canadian River Municipal Authority the First Methodist Church and a Rotary Cerebral Palsy center. His death marks a lasting legacy for Panhandle Plains communities and future generations.

Robert KE. Maxey Mr. Maven Christias Brit Bob Maxer Panhandle Plains Canadian River Maranicinal Authority Maxey First Methodist Bob Maxey

Nixon picks Hilary Sandoval to head Small Business Administration

Hilary Sandoval of El Paso is named SBA chief at 38, described as a bright, energetic small businessman with a strong Latin American community base. He has led Nixon campaign efforts in five states and is a former League of United Latin American Citizens leader and former Republican chairman for El Paso County.

Nixon Hilary Sandoval Fez Paso Small Business Administration Sandoval el Paso Sandovel League of United Latin American Citizens FI Paso Texas New Mexico Arizona Fei Paso SBA Tabbock Fl Paso Richard Nixon

A Tough Game in London Police Age Guessing

London police face a puzzle as new rules push officers to guess a woman's age only when relevant to a crime. Scotland Yard teaches age guessing at the Police Training School to avoid direct questions, but the plan risks abuse from wary officers and raises questions about proving accuracy without exposing ages.

London Scotland Yard Police

Three-Mile Limit Seizure Mentioned In Pueblo Case

A fragment from a Plain Dealer page notes a three mile limit tied to the seizure of the USS Pueblo. Other items include witty bumper sticker chatter and reflections on post Christmas financial strain and tax planning. The tone mixes humor with civic notes and holiday observations.

Fiscal Aims Shaping Up for Men Only

Ray Cromley notes a post Christmas trend of expressing thanks to the Little Women for holiday efforts. Readers report gifts from husbands and children shortly after Christmas. The column suggests expanding the idea this year and in future years.

Pueblo crew freed as tensions eased after North Korea release

The Pueblo sailors were released after nearly a year in captivity amid Western claims that the Soviet bloc influenced the arrest. The piece notes Moscow backing for a 12 mile territorial limit and criticizes the Communist strategy while urging discipline for any future spy incidents near hostile shores. It also touches Nixon fiscal plans and a tribute to mothers at Christmas.

Washington Pueblo Peok Moscow United States North Korea North Kremlin America United Nations Red China South Korea United Nations General Assembly Korea U.S Gilbert Woodward

Johnson urged to hold back from talks with Kremlin leaders

Henry J. Taylor argues the core issue is Soviet failure to live up to existing agreements, not forging new deals. He contends Johnson should avoid talks until Nixon can govern from a stronger U.S. position, citing Soviet backing of Vietnam and postwar aggressions from Europe to Asia.

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Offhand Thoughts and a Sleep Tale Fable

A brief note contrasts pioneers working from sun to sun with modern sleep aids. A fable follows about a man who quit smoking and never looks back, emphasizing lasting change without reference to former habits.

Painted To Order Hand Painted Skimmers At Robin's Shoes

In Creve Coeur, St Louis County, Robin's Shoes offers hand painted Leprecon skimmer vamps. Owner Larry Cohen partners with a local artist to customize designs per customer request. Special paints and fixtures are used. Leprecons retail at 5 dollars, customers pay 2 dollars extra for decoration.

Robin’s Shoes Creve Coeur St. Louis County Larry Cohen Cohen

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