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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1967
Page
9
A brief list notes a January 11, 1967 meet in Lubbock Texas at Liberty Theater. The report records one athlete achieving a top score in a competitive session and mentions section B results with limited detail.
The piece argues Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge is mistaken that peace talks can never occur in Vietnam. It suggests a fading away of North Vietnamese and Viet Cong forces under allied pressure as a possible but risky path, with emphasis on increasing military pressure and targeting Haiphong and sanctuaries.
A columnist argues that ongoing purges and unrest in Communist China show an iron grip may be illusory and urges Maoist and anti-M Mao factions to wage a long civil war. The piece claims such conflict would reduce global danger though harm the Chinese people, suggesting world well being improves if fighting begins.
The Insider's Newsletter notes that Rhodesian women adapt to trade sanctions with new outfits. Salish shops sell the sanctions suit a loose pant-suit that pairs with nylon stockings, while ordinary slacks reduce demand for imported high heeled shoes and leather. No political upheaval is expected to follow these changes.
Gov. John Connally weighs a personal version of JFK 1963 Texas trip. Sen. Ralph Yarborough plans a 1973 release after two more elections. Fort Worth officials contest Manchester's The Death of a President, noting suite choice and art details as security and hospitality facts.
The Trend notes the rise of colorful men’s clothing with designers predicting vivid styles may outpace women’s fashion. Yet it cautions that male conservatism in dress is strong and the dramatic shift may never fully occur.
A physician laments that worry can kill, though slowly. A bacteriologist adds humor about American currency and germs, noting bills have fewer germs as price pressures heat pockets and germs are said to be fried.
Washington column notes a new insulting interview format led by Joe Pyne with guests such as Professor Konowski. The piece mocks the format's harsh questioning and threats of violence, highlighting the transcript’s sensational tone and controversial content.
Sen William Proxmire beams into the Congressional Joint Economic Committee as its new chairman and vows to investigate gaps between economic and military policy. He targets a supposed 10 billion dollar Viet Nam spending increase not reported to fiscal agencies, a move seen as troublesome to the Johnson administration.
Two congressional committees will hold hearings on civilian casualties in North Vietnam and the U S bombing campaign. The piece notes the un declared war, calls for accountability, and weighs historical parallels while citing Eisenhower Proxmire and Johnson desegregation disputes as context.
The piece argues that governors face growing urban and educational needs, seek more federal money, and call for overhauling federal state relations. It criticizes discretionary funding, pork barrel politics, and demands clearer rules, efficient administration, and revised laws to ensure funds promote general welfare.
On Memory Lane from the files of the Lubbock HICAGO reports a long awaited easing of food costs. The American housewife witnesses a budget improvement as prices begin to fall and government aid is outlined, promising relief for households.
The Texas State Bar aims in the 60th Legislature to create traffic courts of record for both municipal and county levels. Doren Eskew leads the Austin city attorney and committee in pushing judges who are licensed lawyers. The plan seeks appellate reviews in traffic disputes and envisions cost savings via reduced traffic losses and insurance rates.
A reader asks Polly for advice on a public girdle static issue. The correspondent reports dress ridges and slipping with a rubberized panty girdle despite cotton panties and slips, seeking practical remedies from the column.
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