14 Feb 1973
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1973
Page
1
A Valentine themed page notes romance versus politics as traditions of love mix with current events. The piece cites St Valentine legends and historic holidays while discussing modern hopes for diplomacy between the United States and Cuba.
Hanoi said Tin the chief spokesman for the North Vietnamese delegation told reporters that 20 more American prisoners of war would be released within 10 to 15 days possibly near the site of 27 U S prisoners freed Monday. He had no further details.
A third Arctic cold front is forecast to sweep through the Panhandle and South Plains early today bringing a sharp temperature drop into the low teens by midday. Snow and freezing drizzle are possible in northern areas and eastern New Mexico, with heavy mountain snow warnings in central New Mexico. Wind gusts 20 to 25 mph are expected on the eastern plains, and travel advisories remain in effect from Clovis to Hobbs.
A devotional line emphasizes spiritual rebirth and inner sight. The passage praises Christ as mighty and capable of cleansing blemishes, blessing those who see with the heart.
A 31yearold Lubbock osteopath Dr Stuart G MacKenzie posted 2500 bond after being charged in County Court at Law No 1 with selling a dangerous drug. He allegedly sold 500 benzphetamine pills to an undercover agent on November 28 1972 as part of a statewide DPS drug crackdown.
Chairman Wright Patman of Texas pledges decisive monetary and trade actions in a briefing from the House Banking Committee. He signals readiness to push legislation to restore economic stability and address trade imbalances.
U S lawmakers prepared to begin hearings on Nixon's dollar devaluation next week as the Banking Committee weighs a permanent value in gold terms. European governments praised Washington for acting swiftly to end the dollar crisis and lawmakers signaled possible trade measures including import surcharges on non-cooperating countries. Democrats indicated cautious support while signaling tougher wage and price controls may follow beyond April 30.
Henry Gibson, the Laugh-In actor famed for provocative poems, arrived at Lubbock Regional Airport and spoke at the University Center on ecology under the Ideas and Issues Committee. He described himself as ecocentric and explained his Tech connection to a passenger en route.
A. James Emanus was granted a $100000 bond Tuesday on charges tied to a shooting death outside Town Inn on Main Street and Aves. The case, heard by Justice of the Peace Chief Smith, involves police and a county hospital transfer for treatment of injuries. The probe continues as officers collect evidence and seek further details.
Secretary of State William Rogers said a hijacking pact with Cuba would be signed soon as discussions with Cuba and U S officials continue. The talks focus on extradition or prosecution of hijackers and how to treat air piracy to prevent terror at sea and in the air.
CNB announced a name change to Texas Commerce Bank as it adopts a new branding today. Carter said the rebranding follows its 82 billion institution status and highlights affiliation with Bancshares while expanding presence across Texas.
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