Census Notes Voter Apathy In 1974 Elections
The Census Bureau reports heavy youth and minority nonparticipation in the 1974 midterms. Only 45 percent of about 141 million eligible voters cast ballots on November 5, with 18 to 21 year olds especially disengaged. White turnout rose above Blacks and Hispanics, and regional gaps showed the South lagging while the North and West led.
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Egyptian Forces Move Toward Suez in Shift Ahead of Talks
Egyptian military units push toward the Suez Canal in a bid to influence possible troop withdrawal negotiations. Shlomo Peres briefed the cabinet on a growing buildup outside the disengagement zone as Kissinger prepares to visit the region. Ismail Fahmi urged U.S. pressure on Israel for new Sinai withdrawal proposals. Ma’ariv criticised Ford as a mouthpiece for Arab threats amid rising U.S. pressure.
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Saigon Reports Casualties and Phnom Penh Convoy Arrival
South Vietnam tallies near 160000 casualties since the Paris ceasefire. A second convoy reached Phnom Penh with one fuel tanker and three ammunition barges. another tanker diverted to Neak Luong base. Saigon lists 28705 killed 115141 wounded and 16011 missing over two years.
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OPEC to Hold First Summit as Talks With Oil Importers Loom
The OPEC three day ministerial conference in Algiers ended with support for an international conference to address raw materials and development. Preparations begin for the first ever OPEC heads of state summit in Algiers between February 21 and March 8 to define the oil producers position. A preliminary exporter importer meeting could occur in late March to set an agenda. The communique warns the world economic crisis threatens peace and condemns foreign propaganda and threats against OPEC members.
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Convicted Slayer Seeks Parole After 54 Years in Prison
Nemiczak, Michigan’s longest-serving inmate, petitions for commutation and parole from a life murder sentence after 51 years behind bars. In 1921 he and accomplices shot bank customers during a Bay City Bay County Savings Bank holdup. His first parole hearing occurred in 1958.
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Prayer Note Requests Forgiveness for Sins
A reader offers a brief prayer praising God and asking for forgiveness, expressing faith in creation as proof of existence. The message emphasizes devotion and reverence in daily prayer.
Lubbock Ties Record High With 78 Degrees
Lubbock and South Plains residents enjoyed sunny skies with a high of 78 degrees tying the date’s 1953 record. The warm spell, the warmest since November 22, 1974, was forecast to continue with upper 70s and gusty winds before cooling tonight and Tuesday. Record highs also occurred in Amarillo Austin San Antonio and Victoria as dry westerly winds persisted. Gusts exceeded 50 mph near Guadalupe Pass.
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Congress States CIA Tax Action
Washington AP The new Congress moves quickly with plans for tax relief and CIA oversight. House Ways and Means discusses tax cuts energy levies and a potential bill to the House. a $36 billion Treasury borrowing package and a 90 day oil tax pause debated. Senate to form a special committee on intelligence agencies and continue pro and anti filibuster talks.
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Theft From Safe At Underwood's Bar-B-Q Cafeteria
Police investigated the theft of about 10 from a floor safe at Underwoods Bar-B-Q Cafeteria located at 501 50th St. An employee found the safe open at closing time around 9 p.m. A spokesman said several employees knew the combination and that no more than 100 was in the safe.
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POW Puts Chinese Captivity Aside in Return to Flight
Lt Col Philip Smith a Vietnam era airman who spent over seven years as a prisoner in China says he will report to an Air Force installation in Texas to relearn jet piloting. He reflects on wartime service and plans to remain in the Air Force, citing personal growth from his POW background.
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Troy State University
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Texas
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Weather Map Page Lubbock Sunny Warm Windy
Weather map notes for Lubbock and vicinity show sunny warm conditions with a high in the upper 70s and a cooler night with a low near 40. Winds from the west and southwest 15 to 25 mph are gusty today with additional scattered data on temperatures and humidity.
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