Changes Sought In Charges For Hauling Cotton
Petitioners allege firms charged high trucking fees and seek lower hauling costs. The case references area tariff disputes and requests hearings to set fair charges for cotton transport.
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1961
Page
2
Petitioners allege firms charged high trucking fees and seek lower hauling costs. The case references area tariff disputes and requests hearings to set fair charges for cotton transport.
Motley County reports a strong year end economy led by crop yields and livestock values. Officials note the area’s agricultural base boosted earnings with per capita figures around $101.71 and Matador’s population showing notable productivity gains amid rising crop prices and ranching activity.
The report shows gasoline stocks increasing to 18,9500 barrels from 16,701,597 previous week while crude oil and condensate production averages fell by 1.20 barrels to 1,164,710 for the period. Regional figures include Texan and Louisiana totals with scattered gains and declines, and a note that bids will be sought in Tehran for an automatic tea can plant.
Analysts note a brisk market rise driven by hopes for policy shifts and a potential inflation revival. Dow Jones average eyed as high as 700, with 627.21 at close. Stearns & Co. and Indianapolix firms forecast further gains amid improving employment outlook and strong technicals.
A settlement reached in a suit over an auto accident involving a vehicle on a December 17 incident near Avenue driving by Mere Tek and Dora Kaley. The case cited nine children including Mary Frard and Mike Mariel along with Deria Kelley and C. Welly.
The draft board details emerge with Secretary Herter discussing classification and departmental differences. He notes the process and mentions interviews, past reforms, and the challenge of coordinating among departments while outlining the state of the draft system.
AP reports raids led by Culture Minister Rajaratheam collapsed a riot plot with 18 arrests last week. Authorities say two raid sequences disrupted planned disturbances amid ethnic tensions in the city.
Names appear for student body contenders across departments with several seniors and freshmen listed. The piece cites nominees from LCC and other colleges including Lubbock and Plainview areas, naming candidates such as Janie Merkel Cari Lewis Kay Metor Sharm Austin Crostruton Gwen Covey and Cammy Wheeler.
AP report from Los Angeles states a tax lien has been filed against actress Bette Davis and her husband. The lien, connected to the Revenue Service, cites additional taxes. Davis reportedly divorced and separated from her husband in recent months.
Rep. Carriker presents a measure prompting a state study of annexation rules. The draft would limit cities to annex no more than 19 percent of their area per year, with Sen. Grady Hazie guiding the bill through the Senate after a similar proposal died last session.
Belgrade reports Yugoslavia extends a $1 million credit to the United Arab Republic to buy industrial equipment.
Mia J. Gossett of Wichita Falls Texas reports losing 15 pounds after using Larcentrate. She says it relieves indigestion and heartburn by aiding digestion, calling Barcentrate a helpful tonic. She offers a money back guarantee on the first bottle.
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