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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 1970

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Apparent Asphyxiation Ruling In Seminole Deaths

Justice of the Peace W. E. Cox said the Seminole couple Mr. and Mrs. R. W. Kelley likely died of carbon monoxide poisoning. The bodies were sent to Midland for autopsy. no foul play suspected. The Kelleys were found Monday by the Seminole police and a neighbor after gas smells were reported.

Avalanche-Journal Seminole Justice of the Peace W. ER. Cox R. W. Kelley Kelley Midland Cox L. M. Blackmon Steve Johnson Ronnie Spence Lamesa Nelson Pass Teligation

Fed hikes savings interest to lift liquidity in housing market

The Federal Reserve Board ordered a substantial rise in interest rates banks pay on savings deposits to free more money for housing. The move, urged after meetings with the FDIC and Federal Home Loan Bank Board, faces early criticism as a "sledgehammer" to a weak mortgage market. The Fed boosted the max rate on passbook savings to 5? percent from 4? percent and authorized 5? percent for one year certs and 3? percent for two year certs.

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Speakers muse on a challenging decade ahead

House Speaker Gus Mirtscher addresses decades of tasks and reforms in a district speech. The piece notes political themes, economic questions, and anticipated legislative priorities shaping the coming years.

Gus Mirtscher

Two Die After Grain Collapse At Dimmitt Elevator

Two grain elevator workers Woody George and Valentine Barrera were buried under milo while clearing an obstruction at Bruegel & Sons Elevator Co in Dimmitt. Barrera attempted a rescue while his brother Joe watched. Rescue crews recovered the bodies about four thirty p.m.

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Prayer Note for Forgiveness and Redemption

A reader offers a closing prayer asking Heavenly Father to forgive mistaken oambithais and blind passions and selfish claims. The plea emphasizes Kileen hearts through the redeeming dove of Christ. Amen.

Heavenly Kileen Dove Christ

Youths Nabbed in Raids Over Drugs in Quiet Neighborhood

In the Smoke Rise area police conducted undercover raids over several days. teens were arrested on charges tied to sale and possession of controlled substances. Parents, warned by clergy, face hard facts as the drug problem surfaces despite prior assurances.

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Nixon to unveil antipollution plan in State of the Union

The Associated Press reports President Nixon will propose a pollution fight strategy built on user taxes, tax incentives, and research rather than expanding government enforcement. Sources say credits to spur industry actions and fees to fund clean up are planned, with new federal measures to support mitigation efforts.

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Lubbock Man Risked Life Aiding Biafra Aid Mission

James Massey of Lubbock traveled toward blockaded Biafra to help beleaguered locals amid bomb blasts and famine. The University Church of Christ minister spoke to religious and civic groups about the crisis, urging aid and recalling First Century calls for compassion.

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Jumbo Plane Debut in Service Today

A rushed, garbled report notes an inaugural commercial flight by a jumbo jet. Airports and aviation officials are preparing for the debut as industry observers anticipate a major impact on air travel.

Suit Po Recover Law Fees Filed

A court action in King County accuses Theo state of Washington officials and agencies of legal fee mischarges. The complaint names Joseph Altete and three lawyers including former Special Assistant Attorney General George Baler of Seattle, plus the wives of all three men as defendants.

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Senate approves health and education funding bill despite veto threat

The Senate passed a $197 billion health and education appropriation despite President Nixon's veto warning. GOP senators largely opposed, with 17 Republicans voting against a measure that included $1.26 billion Nixon did not want spent. The lingering issue concerns the near $2 billion for the Office of Economic Opportunity and how funds are allocated.

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Arctic Blast Dips Temperatures Across Lubbock Area

A mass of cold air moved through the South Plains Tuesday night dropping readings in Lubbock and surrounding areas. Forecasters said clouds and cold conditions would persist through Thursday with limited snow possible to the north and northeast.

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