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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1968
Page
20
In Hobbs special coverage, Miss New Mexico 1968 will be crowned at the ninth annual Jaycee pageant at Hobbs High School auditorium. Ten contestants compete for the state title and Miss America Pageant berth. Reigning Miss New Mexico Rosemary Brown will crown the successor as curtain time approaches at 8 p.m. The event theme is It’s Today.
Judge Denzil Bevers set bonds at 400 each for Archie Brown Jr. and Leroy Fields who pleaded innocent to a liquor law violation in County Court. They were charged with possession of alcohol for resale and linked to a robbery by assault at Shephard's Cafe. Officers seized 31 beer cans, a 32-ounce beer, and half a pint of vodka. Thornton received a 100 fine for illegal transport of alcohol into a dry area.
The National Police Agency reported 6,315 Japanese killed in traffic accidents and 351,654 injured in the first six months of 1968. The figures reflect a nationwide trend with substantial casualties and injuries during the period.
Major Rufus L. Johnston, a Vietnam veteran with 520 missions, led testing of the Cessna A-37 in Bien Hoa as chief of quality control and flight test pilot. The A-37 proved low maintenance, accurate weapons delivery, and low initial cost, prompting orders for more aircraft. Johnston earned the Distinguished Flying Cross and 20 Air Medals for combat actions in the Mekong Delta.
Also offered is a Life Time Guaranteed Waltham gold watch for men or women at $71.50, available for only $10.00. Limited time. address 3602 31th SW9-3605 mentioned for purchase.
A $5,500 judgment was entered for John W. McCollum against Allstate Insurance Co in a non jury workmen's compensation suit in 72nd District Court by Judge William R. Shaver. The industrial accident occurred January 17 1967. McCollum sought $14 035. APB Inc also received a default judgment for 2207 28 plus 450 attorney fees in 137th District Court in a case against B A Jackson and William E Collins doing business as C J Builders with Judge Shaver presiding.
Zambia president Kenneth Kaunda, on an official visit to Denmark, signs two agreements to expand Danish aid. A $1,250 judgment is awarded to John F. Ridener as guardian for his minor son in a suit against Dr. Horace Emery over an auto pedestrian collision. Judge Shaver presided in 140th District Court in Judge Bean's absence.
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