Five U S pilots captured in Hanoi raid broadcast
The Hanoi radio aired distorted voices of two American pilots captured during heavy U S air raids on North Vietnam. Pentagon confirmation placed their names among missing in action. Officials refused to disclose hometowns citing military tradition.
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Nixon wage and price controls reach six months
Washington AP reports that Nixon's wage and price control system marks six months with officials predicting eventual success despite rising prices. Critics fear inflation may stay high, with economists warning that deficits could undermine the policy, while agencies refine guidelines and consider direct control on food prices.
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Reckoning Day Near as Mahon Urges Fiscal Change
U S Rep George Mahon urged a West Texas and eastern New Mexico audience in Plainview to curb federal deficits to fund vital projects including a planned water import from the lower Mississippi. He warned of a reckoning at the fiscal crossroads and emphasized the need for a healthy economic climate to support multi billion dollar programs.
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U.S
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West Texas
New Mexico
Lubbock
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National Guard
Texas
Mahon
Mississippi River
China
Northern Ireland
PIANIST Jeffrey Siege debuts with Lubbock Symphony
The article notes pianist Jeffrey Siege makes his debut as guest soloist with the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra on Monday. It mentions other sections and page references across the newspaper, including sports, legislature, and market pages.
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Lubbock Symphony Orchestra
Eastern New Mexico University
Raiders Share Lead In Loop After Big Texas Tech Win
Texas Tech defeated Texas 81 76 to tie for the Southwest Conference lead with SMU and Texas A&M. The result places Tech in a three way share of first in the standings after Saturday night action.
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Aggies
Prayer for God’s keeping and healing power
A reader asks for divine protection and healing through prayer. The text emphasizes trust in God’s mercy and the healing power of Jesus’ name.
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Amen
Not So Doggie Drug Binge Draws Snet Here
A West Coast veterinary claim that pets are increasingly on drugs draws cautious comment from Lubbock veterinarians. They note dogs eat various nonfood items and medicines, acknowledging possible addiction risks while steering toward caution in treatment and diagnosis.
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Lubbock
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Civic Center Work Nears as Library Project Budgets Set
Urban Renewal agency chief Orville Alderson states library site acquisition is complete and demolition of Avenue 1 area will start soon. Bids for the 1.2 million central library and drawings for the 7.8 million civic center are anticipated in April, with final designs expected to be approved earlier.
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West Coast Vote Ends Dock Worker Walkout
West Coast dock workers voted to end their long strike. Unofficial returns from Seattle show the longshore local approving a new 15 month contract by 497 to 274, Seattle last major port to report a settlement and others had approved by larger margins.
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Customs Agent Warns of Drug Flow in Lubbock Region
Guillermo Diaz of the U S Customs Bureau in Lubbock says suppression of drugs is the area's biggest concern. He oversees 80 to 90 Texas counties and part of the Oklahoma Panhandle with four agents, noting most drug flow comes from Mexico and that Europe is becoming involved.
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Grocery Holdup Nets $30 Here
A bandit threatened to blow the head of a Hi Naber Grocery clerk at 16th Street and Avenue Q and fled with about $20 to $30 around 10:30 p.m. Saturday. Police searched for the suspect who fled on foot. Clerk Finis Nabors, 21, said the bandit pretended to have a weapon and nabbed a small cash haul.
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Nixon seeks world prayers on trip toward China hotline
President Nixon began the long voyage to mainland China saying he hopes prayers from all humanity accompany him. He spoke to 7,000 at Kaneohe Marine base saying the journey could start a path to world peace and the possible Washington Peking hotline.
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Nixon heads to China after Guam stop in multiracial Hawaii
President and Mrs. Nixon depart Marine base for Agana then Shanghai for summit talks in China. Groundwork for direct Peking Washington link advances as RCA wins license to export a permanent ground station to China for global communications via a new satellite. Nixon aims to set up a direct channel while officials warn no dramatic results should be expected.
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Texas churches merge ending 100 year split
A regional merger uniting 10 Presby terian churches ends a Civil War era split dating to 1861. The Jan 45 meeting approved the action and a Friday ceremony in a region including Amarillo Wichita Falls Abilene and Lubbock drew about 120 worshippers. The Rev David Duncan said the merger strengthens the church in size and unity.
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Westminster Presbyterian Church
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Abilene
Lubbock
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U.S
Lubbock Heat Records As Snow Rages Elsewhere
Lubbock records a 74 degree high on a day of heavy snow storms in the region. Forecasters warn of cooler nights and possible higher temps today and Monday. Snow and wind hinder traffic on Mountain resorts in North Carolina as Beech Mountain and Sugar Mountain patrols report reduced visibility.
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Weather sketch for Lubbock and vicinity forecast
Vari able high cloudiness and warm through Monday with highs in the mid to upper 70s and lows tonight and Monday night in the low 40s. Winds 15 to 25 mph today and through tonight. Sail through various time fragments show sun and wind notes for multiple periods.
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