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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1948
Page
12
Snowbound regions report rising fatalities as new Arctic air grips the Northeast and Ohio Valley. Ice and frosting halt traffic on the Ohio River for the first time since 1940, with drifting snow complicating travel and rescue efforts. Strong winds worsen conditions across affected states.
Pauley tells senators that his trading followed legitimate pattern and denied inside information allegations. He notes he paid "very good dividends" and rejects claims of insider knowledge and rapid in and out movements in wheat trades during 1947.
An Arab diplomat reports Ibn Saud plans to pull Saudi Arabia closer to Britain with a pact anticipated to include Jordan. The diplomat mentions U S influence waning as Britain advances regional building efforts amid tensions in the Arab world.
Mitton O. Bynum announced the opening of a Pet Food and Supply store at 1813 Avenue Q, the former Hastings Grocery site. The new shop will offer a variety of pet foods and supplies, including fresh meat items.
Mrs Tom C Holden a home economics teacher will leave Stabboek February 2 for Bolivia South America to train rural school teachers. The trip comes under the Institute of Inter-American Affairs auspices and aims to place specialists in Bolivian educational institutions. Holden hopes to use Spanish learned in Mexico and will learn details of the job after arrival with more information due next week.
Tax offices report about 1.401 million dollars collected by Saturday night as residents rush to meet deadline. Officials estimate 19 000 to 20 000 potential voters in Lubbock County based on poll tax and exemption certificates. The deadline extends to midnight Saturday to permit last minute payments and acceptance of taxes and exemptions.
Diplomatic officials debate a potential U S led defense bloc in Europe with plans studied on cross border Soviet threats in Germany. Arguments split between pro security and anti alliance views, including Scandinavian states and economic limits.
The article describes Joe Ma and Villa Lin, a Chinese couple aided by Ernes t Winter and American friends. It recounts their voyage with 1,000 other students, their education in China, and their path to the United States. It notes Joe Ma’s background in Foochow Canton and the family left behind.
A bizarre New York dispatch describes Raymond Duncan seeking work aboard the liner De Grasse amid frigid weather. The report ties his claim of a central heating source in the stomach to Isadora Duncan’s family lineage, noting the odd interview amid job searches.
Funeral services scheduled at 2 PM Sunday at Brownfield First Methodist for Mrs Beulah Morris who died Friday on her 64th birthday. She resided in Brownfield for years and passed away at a brother in law S O Murry's home. Rev H L Thurston to officiate with burial at Terry County Memorial Cemetery. Survived by daughter Ruby McConnell and two sisters Lenard Toland Nashville and Gilbert Harwell Springfield.
Physician Dr. Frank White of Childress died Saturday from a stroke after a long history of service. In 1938 he received the Silver Beaver Award for 25 years of voluntary work with boys. Funeral services are set for Wednesday with burial in Sulphur Bluff, Texas.
In Richmond Texas on January 24 a life sentence inmate Luciano Mendoza 21 charged a mounted guard with a hoe during a weed cutting detail near Harlem farm. Guard Melvin Kimbro shot Mendoza in the left side with a 12 gauge shotgun after Mendoza reportedly lunged. Mendoza died after lingering as the group worked by a pond and a brush pile was lit.
A strong quake was felt across a large southern area and in Mexico City on Saturday evening. Suburban residents reported chandeliers swaying for about a minute while observers noted light tremors near Tacubaya as seismographs prepared to be checked by experts returning Monday.
Senator Brewster criticizes the planting of an oil official in the State Department to influence foreign policy during a War Investigating Committee hearing. Charles Evan Hughes declines comment, calling it off subject, while Brewster calls the act reprehensible and cites Thornburg’s 1941-43 state department role and letters showing pro and anti Japanese positions tied to Caltex and other oil interests.
Midland health officials warn of a deadly influenza outbreak with several child fatalities. Reports describe deaths from laryngotracheobronchitis and related complications among babies and young children. authorities urge caution and continued monitoring while denying a full epidemic.
Donald Moni of the CIO office workers warns that workers may be put on the street if they do not comply. The report notes pressure from authorities and the risk of widespread displacement among labor groups.
The text notes that Marshall framed the four year European program and told Congress he did not want the State Department to take direct action. The remark signals his preference for strategy oversight rather than departmental implementation.
Fragmentary OCR hints at Britain seeking a European bloc arrangement amid shifting alliances. Text unclear but implies strategic redrawing and reliance on foreign aid or support within a broader continental framework.
A Lubbock man, about 40, was fined 100 dollars and court costs after pleading guilty to a liquor violation. Other local cases included 1,507 dollars at prevailing prices, a 50 dollar fine and six month license suspension for a drunk driving complaint, and a 1 dollar charge with court costs on a check law matter.
Snow covered much of the state with Denton seeing over two inches and Childress reporting three inches. San Antonio faced occasional rain and a 33 degree low, while Houston and East Texas registered single digit cold and record wind chill. The bureau predicted continued snowfall and a low around 15 degrees.
The article discusses the possibility of appointing an out-of-state applicant as city manager. It notes several applications from outside the state have impressed officials. The process may need to restart if the chosen approach fails or new steps are required.
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