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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1967
Page
6
Chas A Guy serves as editor and publisher of the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal guiding editorial operations and newspaper leadership.
A 1967 outlook urges both the 90th Congress in Washington and the 60th Texas Legislature in Austin to pursue principled governance. It highlights defense of fiscal restraint, reform of draft and welfare, and robust law enforcement, while urging decisive action on Vietnam and state tax and criminal codes.
Critics flag biases in The Death of a President noting heavy reliance on Kennedy family circles and sources. They question omissions and selective portrayal of figures like Maury Maverick Jr and Gov Connally, predicting the work should be discounted in light of Look Magazine serialization.
A Grand Rapids department store donated excess sky blue cotton caps from a Christmas promotion to the local Red Cross. The items were sent with care packages to servicemen in Vietnam, drawing thanks from soldiers who appreciate the inexpensive headgear.
The piece defends Rep. William L. Dawson's spotless record while challenging Powell's supporters who claim racial bias. It notes Powell's absence from his Harlem district amid contempt penalties and questions whether Congress can or should seat a member facing legal trouble.
Gov. George Romney of Michigan and aides search Washington New York and Cambridge for a full time paid adviser skilled in major foreign policy issues and connected with experts and research groups. Potential candidates like Philip Geyelin were approached but did not commit.
Moscow diplomats warn of radioactive fallout near the Soviet border from China’s blasts and discuss steps to curb Peking’s above ground tests. U.S. scientists say fallout on American shores is negligible, while Russia seeks a stop to Beijing’s growing nuclear capability.
Washington Congress debate centers on Rep. Francis Case proposal to grant government authority to block labor walkouts through court injunctions. The plan is broader than last year’s bill. Austin signals possible first female Texas regents appointee. Amarillo filings name Jay Taylor for mayor with Delbert Dalby and Tom Wingate also in the field. South Plains water topic prompts joint talks among High Plains Water Association directors and Lubbock officials amid irrigation control rumors.
Bruce Biossat explains how the 1967 surge of instant history around John F. Kennedy’s life and death prompts scrutiny of materials used to rebuild history. He notes the high price for Manchester’s serialization signals reader appetite for personal detail and gossip, and argues for distinguishing useful historical materials from sensational private matters.
Guest editorial questions whether police can be insulted by arrestees with impunity. It argues the ACLU defends free expression while others warn of potential abuse, noting police may also be harmed by confrontation.
A humor collection notes a quip about a woman who forgot to stamp a letter and a stock supplier regretting poor output. It also recounts Springfield Ohio Mayor Robert Henry visiting Chicago, where a shoeshine boy fails to recognize him due to different shoes, highlighting a racial nuance.
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