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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1968
Page
7
New York prosecutors say thirteen men and women were arrested in raids connected to merchandise fraud that drained legitimate firms of millions. The operation allegedly used a Brooklyn business, Continental Trading Co, with fake ownership and bad checks to move goods through 14 outlets. Three suspects sought. one “Mr. Big” remains unidentified.
In New Jersey cluster cities across the Hudson from Manhattan, vigilante groups calling themselves PRE-ARM claim to patrol streets with 30 radio cars to deter crime and escort women. Prosecutor Calissi says law enforcement rests with officials, while leader Ernest Bradow cites unarmed patrols as extra eyes for police.
A traffic safety workshop sponsored by the Lubbock Citizens Traffic Commission starts at 8 30 a m on August 6 at Embers Steak House. Speakers include Bob Anderson of the U S Department of Transportation Fort Worth and Terrell Blodgett from the governor’s Austin office. A luncheon closes the event. London AP reports a Commons bill would require cigarette packs sold in Britain to carry health warning text.
The once elegant Black Foxe School in Los Angeles closed after its 1968 commencement due to rising costs and dwindling revenue. Founded in 1929 by C. E. Toberman and two Army majors, it drew Hollywood families and hosted famed events but failed to build an endowment, relying on tuition. By last year, foreclosure began and the school announced its permanent closure in May amid changing city dynamics and unaffordable private education.
Advertisement lists crate Hamilton washer or dryer at 6.50 per month and a Lifetime guaranteed Waltham watch for 10.00 plus sales pitch. Location 3602 34th SW9-3605.
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