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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1963
Page
10
Town readies July 4 events led by local revival forums and guest speakers Reawin and Reagan era figures. The program features a ringing ceremony, choir performances, and patriotic activities across churches and community spaces, emphasizing preservation and civic pride.
School certificated employees see a budget increase with a payroll rise of about 800 for plant operations and expansion of supervisory staff. A new Dunbar High facilities project, two teachers hired, and air conditioning studies amid ongoing district administration planning.
A soldier went on a rampage in Alaska injuring and killing several people before being restrained. Victims include Miller and Mrs Lenard, with others such as Pet Jimmy Bryan Adams of Fort Wainwright and Elkhart residents Cook and Shank among those hospitalized or involved in the confrontation. The assailant, identified as Sehlemann, fired in a rink and motel, pursued by officers and civilians. Howard's Cab was involved and a chaotic sequence followed leading to the suspect’s capture. The incident ties to residents of Fairbanks and Palmer, Alaska, with connections to Floydada and Lubbock, Texas, through the victim and reported relatives.
Macmillan TESS questioned why a minister in 1854 said Phillis was the man on the Burges. Macmillan said he based the er nial on information then available. Philly’s role was later disclosed in a statement to Cate hament: Monday by Lead Privy Seal Edward Heath. Philly vanished from Beirut where he was a News Correspondent and reportedly bound for the Tron. Martelli’s trial adjourned until Wednesday as jurors hear witnesses about a packet of false documents and possible coded messages.
Sharon supervisor Joe Marek evacuated his wife and children as a fire damaged his home. He used a garden hose to fight the flames, but discovered all 12 fire extinguishers on his property were empty.
San Antonio district judge John Onion said the grand jury, chosen for Bexar County, cannot serve because its foreman Randall Clay and 11 jurors are not registered voters. They were excused until next Tuesday to register. a study of reinstatement is required. The report notes poll tax requirements blocked service.
In a grim confession, Patrolman Scud Perkins recalls the toll of tragic incidents on children and adults, admitting he cannot endure another accident and fears losing his grip on duty while speaking of leaving the railroad and questioning future investigations.
The Gettysburg 2th Infantry Division and National Guard members in the lineup played Union songs as a procession passed a chewing stand. Pluck, wearing a hard hat, dropped out and moved past the stand while Gavorge C. Wallace of Alabama claimed a peaceful reception. Two plain clothes state police kept watch but no demonstrations occurred. Meanwhile Auckland reports high employment in New Zealand.
Pakistan’s Ayub Khan, who had banned parties during martial law, reverses stance and joins a political party. He once opposed revival of parties, but the National Assembly allowed party creation and a Supreme Court ruling pressured ministers to retain seats. The article notes earlier constitutional amendments and shifting political dynamics amid Pakistan’s political evolution.
Pioneer Church of Christ will hold its annual sunrise breakfast at 6 am Thursday north of the swimming pool in Mackenzie State Park. Congregants will bring food and breakfast will be prepared at the park. A separate note mentions a Genesis Folk Music Club gathering in Spain and related invitations for musicians.
Utahs Freedom Academy at Camp Williams trains high school juniors in American ideals and anti communism for five days each August. Officials say no hard military drill. most instructors are civilian and private funds support the program. Enrollment rose from 57 to 130 in two years as Maj. Gen. Maxwell E. Rich defends the project as educational and non coercive.
Peking attacks Khrushchev while Moscow plan aims to ease Sino Soviet rift. China says West threats persist and gains backing from North Korea for condemning the Moscow World Women's Congress as hostile to China.
Harold Glasgow was named president for the coming year at a Lubbock Optimist Club banquet at the Pioneer Hotel Tuesday night. He also earned the Outstanding Optimist award for the past year. New officers installed included Clarence Braezill Ed O’Conner II, Allen Dabney as president, Marsha Wilkes as executive secretary, with Master of Ceremonies Jack Branun. Dorman Igo gave the invocation as Bob Barton, Allen Dabney and David Dawkins received achievement awards. Casey Charnes chaired the achievement committee.
Boise reports describe Barney Wozniak promoting a "Keep Idaho Green" beard contest tied to the centennial. Salons advertise green beards, dye and tint services, with mixed reactions from residents and a public debate on tradition versus novelty.
William West II a Dallas private practitioner told the Federal Bar Association that the judiciary suffers a poor public image. He denounced political factors in judge appointments and criticized Texas judicial elections as voter ignorance of performance.
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