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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1956
Page
4
A Fourth of July reflection on the meaning of liberty since 1776. The piece contrasts revolutionary individualism with rising government paternalism and warns against drifting toward a welfare state and European collectivism while praising American freedom bought with blood.
The piece discusses predictions of future wars dominated by machines with limited human involvement. It notes the Army may develop anti missile missiles to counter Russia and argues wars have always relied on human enlistment. Despite advances, the author sees little chance of a robot warfare future and urges conflict prevention.
The Lubbock Avalanche Journal page shows the paper pledging allegiance to the flag of the United States and the Republic, noting July 4 1956 as the date and printed in Lubbock Texas. Subscription rates and staff names appear in the issue.
A house detective learns a dead man may be in Room 316 of the Hibiscus hotel. A terrified woman flees pursued by a man, flagging a taxi. The driver suggests private detective Mike Shayne, and the women seek his help as the scene moves toward Biscayne Boulevard.
Special Correspondent recounts Secretary of Defense Charles Wilson facing the Military Affairs Committee in Washington. He defends the Air Force budget while sparking tensions with senators, noting the “phony” charge and urging economical defense spending as he emphasizes the atom bomb program’s punch.
A Manchster Guardian excerpt and allied observers argue Ike’s health weakens U S leadership during a volatile cold war. They warn of fragmented NATO, stalled diplomacy, and shaky governments in Britain France and Germany, as well as internal U S political risk.
Stefan Lux, a Czech Jewish journalist, fired a pistol in the League of Nations assembly in Geneva, then killed himself with a chest wound as delegates heard a Spanish foreign minister speak. Premier Van Zeeland urged the body to continue, amid shock and alarm.
George E. Sokolski argues that despite shifts in society and mood, the United States preserves its core American ideal of individual liberty. He credits freedom with fueling economic strength and immigrant-driven growth while urging renewed pride in history and patriotism as an ongoing national virtue.
Kansas City buses and trolley cars make night stops at intersections to allow boarding and alighting. The special service is designed to protect women passengers who otherwise might have to walk through dimly lit streets.
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