18 Jan 1948
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1948
Page
1
A Washington report says a move to cut direct appropriations for the new year's operation of economic aid has faced resistance in Europe amid talk that Marshall may seek funding. The item notes concerns over possible effects on U.S. aid and voting support.
A severe cold snap drives temperatures to 54 below in parts of Wisconsin and is linked to at least 16 deaths. Officials warn of fuel shortages as gas and oil supplies face strain amid the deep freeze.
The forecast calls for considerably warmer temperatures today with a cold spell through Wednesday. Moderate southerly winds around 15 mph kept last night's temperature from dipping, while a 7:30 am reading suggested a low near 20 degrees.
In Cleveland on January 17 a railroad union leader expressed optimism that a nationwide strike may be dodged. Federal clues pointed to possible progress with talks involving the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and other unions as February 1 actions loom.
A travelogue notes inflation in Paris with the rich affording luxuries while ordinary residents struggle. It recalls an ex-Lubbockite turned diplomat aiding U.S. troops and a public dinner at Joseph’s restaurant as the author describes life on leave in wartime France.
Fragmentary text suggests Eisenhower endorses foreign aid and universal military training as a path to peace in Europe. The note references Franklin and a column fragment, with unclear timing and details.
A 21 year old Hobbs New Mexico man faces charges after a district attorney investigation. The suspect allegedly called a bank to learn a check was worthless. Sheriff Frank Mitchell accompanied by Brown searched city streets for a 1942 green Cadillac then spotted a pickup driven to deliver a washing machine.
Mr and Mrs Thomas Elihue Rose of the Huron community near Hillsboro invite relatives and friends to an open house tomorrow to mark their 75th wedding anniversary. The couple celebrated their 95th birthday for Mrs Hester Caroline Rose on December 16 1947.
Administration officials call for延 extending enforcement of rent controls to curb violations including unlawful overcharges and evictions. The plea argues ending curbs would be disruptive and delays enforcement actions.
Harbors report Yap island battered as two huge sea waves from a recent typhoon devastate most areas. About 3,000 residents including 56 Navy families and five Harvard scientists take refuge on high ground as the fifth typhoon since November sweeps the area.
GOP candidate Stassen plans two speeches in Lubbock on Monday. He will address a Texas Tech gymnasium crowd at 10 a.m. and later speak at another city venue after arriving around 8:30 p.m. The article notes his Minnesota governorship and resignation.
The United States Labor Department opens a new training service office in Lubbock announced by regional director Travis J. Lewis of Dallas. The office consolidates Amarillo related sums to provide trade training for 69 counties and makes Lubbock the site of a second joint office.
About 9 550 persons, roughly half of the county's voting potential, have paid poll tax or received exemptions. Observers say this protects voting rights and reflects the district's eligible electorate with several turning 21 soon.
A report from Washington notes partisan discussion on a tax veto and potential shifts in how families report income. The piece suggests possible changes to how households handle joint reporting and spousal income.
W H Dallas aged 79 died Saturday at St Marys hospital Brownfield after a brief illness. He had been a resident of Brownfield since 1918 and was reported improving Tuesday before his condition worsened. Survived by a brother and a sister Stella Dullza, with details incomplete.
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