13 Jan 1968
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1968
Page
1
A cold front moved through Texas on Friday bringing a brief round of light snow fog and drizzle. By evening clear skies emerged and temperatures cooled only slightly before a pleasant weekend with a warmer outlook.
President Johnson reviewed a report showing 1967 draft card burnings and other Selective Service violations rising 77 percent to a 20 year high. The document cited 952 convictions and noted riots and extremist actions strained the Justice Department. The White House discussed budget talks as Humphrey toured Africa and a harsh winter caused multiple weather-related deaths and transportation disruptions across several states.
Monterey defeats Lubbock in a high scoring rivalry highlighted by strong play in the cage. Pentagon cancels a 175 million nuclear program. Fragments mention Pope demonstration and a comics page amid scattered sections.
A Hobbs Reader asks for peace in Tamiles, work, balance, and an end to hatred. The verse seeks a forgiving spirit, stating only forgiveness earns divine forgiveness in the new year.
Frigid weather paralyzes coal delivery in several states. In Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania frozen coal blocks clog the sluice and halt shipments. A Penn Yan restaurant uses its own ice maker as pipes freeze. WNEP TV draws cooling water from a tower tank, while Baltimore's weather bureau struggles to report exact temperatures.
A looming deadline shapes local politics as officials push a pivotal measure through council. Community groups cite impacts on services while opponents warn of costs and unintended consequences. The outcome hinges on late votes and public turnout.
A February report notes Apollo program planners seek a precise forecast for the forthcoming maiden manned flight, detailing test flights and unmanned flight testing of Saturn systems. The article mentions a planned sequence of eight inch square spaces and outlines goals for both unmanned and manned flight phases, emphasizing testing milestones and mission readiness.
An advertisement from a nationwide alarm system provider highlights safety services and emergency support. The fragment mentions agents, emergency tones, and service offerings across regions, signaling a marketing push for home and business security solutions.
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