23 Jan 1972
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1972
Page
1
Virginia Tech wildlife expert Glen Dudderar says removing 150000 starlings from a Radford residential area may leave fungal diseases like salmonella and histoplasmosis in the soil. Histoplasmosis can be fatal to people with lung ailments. rats in adjacent neighborhoods were noted nearby.
A railroad tank car carrying 30 000 gallons of liquefied petroleum gas exploded at a switching yard near East St Louis Illinois causing 7 5 million dollars in damage and injuring 19. The blast shattered windows as far as St Louis and Collinsville and forced highway closures.
Lubbock area authorities charge migrants working in food stamp cases amid a broader welfare fraud crackdown. The report notes multiple arrests and emphasizes enforcement focus in LYNN County. Officials say the operation aims to curb abuse of public assistance programs and protect funds for eligible residents.
A reader offers a short prayer praising God as Father and expressing trust that all things work for good with divine help. The reflection emphasizes spiritual kinship as a source of comfort and safety.
Governor Preston Smith firm on seeking re election as he enters the campaign with a promise to win and contrasts his record with Lt. Gov. Ben Barnes. He cites Sharpstown banking bill vetoes and says the issue will dominate his early campaign while defending his actions and urging voters to judge all facts.
Texas sweltered in January heat with Gulf Coast readings in the 90s while Luke Wackites enjoyed a weeklong reprieve from winter. In the Northwest floods drenched by Thursday rain claimed four lives and caused millions in property damage. Area forecasts for the Hub City predict highs in the mid 70s with a cooling trend ahead.
In Cincinnati the Provident Bank lowered its prime rate to 4 percent on Saturday, claiming it may be the lowest nationwide. Bank president Carl H. Lindner cited favorable money supply and economic conditions as warranting the cut.
Plains bank deposits reached a new high of 1 730 800 386 dollars as 1971 closed. An exclusive Avalanche Journal survey notes the nationwide rise in deposits. An Odessa professor comments that Russians are placing more emphasis on education. See Page 1 Sec A.
Cambridge report notes a predawn total eclipse across North and South America on January 30. Redistricting plans from three federal judges affect standards and sessions, with East Coast brightness rising earlier and observers urged to pick optimal viewing spots across regions.
The federal court rejected the Legislature's map and proposed a new plan creating 14 urban dominated and 10 rural districts. Governor Preston Smith said he would not call a special session to challenge the ruling, leaving the plan in place until the next census and a possible remap by the Legislature.
A federal panel redraws congressional districts, shifting population centers to balance lines. Mahon gains a redefined district including Recta and other counties, while Lav blocks shift Owens. Purcell and Burleson are paired differently as Wichita Falls and Amarillo areas adjust.
Weather summary describes a mild period with temperature changes through Monday. Tonight lows expected in the upper 40s. Daytime highs today and Monday near near 50s. Light west and southwest winds to about 2 mph.
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