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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1972
Page
5
Reported by Seibert Frasier weakened and unable to hunt lingers in the sun as lionesses at Safari Country rear him. Observers noted Frasier mating multiple times in one afternoon while a Wall Street Journal reporter sought accuracy on the scene.
McGovern announced Missouri Senator Thomas Eagleton as his running mate as the convention moved toward unity. He pledged to end the Vietnam War, expand defense readiness, and offer national health insurance while courting support from governors and party leaders amid a contentious nominating process. Eagleton, a youthful Catholic and former Missouri attorney general, welcomed the partnership and promised full aid to the campaign.
American Airlines Flight 633 from La Guardia to San Diego was hijacked by Melvin Fisher after leaving Oklahoma City. The plane circled for hours, ransom talks ensued, and passengers were released in stages. A substitute jet later carried the hijackers to Lake Jackson Texas. Fisher, a Norman Oklahoma painter, faced federal air piracy charges after a tense four hour standoff that ended with a ransom payout and medical injuries to crew.
The Securities and Exchange Commission appoints James J. Needham as the first paid chairman of the New York Stock Exchange. Needham’s formal election was announced after a council meeting was interrupted. He will assume duties on September 1, pending agreement on compensation.
A listed roster shows George McGovern weighing Edward Kennedy Abraham Ribicoff Kevin White Moon Landrieu Wilbur Mills Pat Lucey Leonard Woodcock Fae Dawthin Aelaur Gaylord Nelson Walter Mondale and others for the 1972 vice presidential slot. Sources note White and Landrieu were deemed too unknown and Mills undecided while several balanced regional and liberal profiles were explored. The selection process involved discussing candidates against party leaders and public stance on antiwar policy.
Houston bond program uses a point system to decide personal bonds for nonviolent defendants. Judges denied bond for 14 defendants recommended by the agency in three months, but officials tout reduced jail numbers and better community ties as benefits. The plan avoids violent crimes, emphasizes verification, and requires regular reporting to monitor defendants awaiting trial.
A second threat against 72nd District Court Judge Pat S Moore surfaced after 8 p.m. Thursday when an anonymous radio call led to discovery of a blasting cap outside The Avalanche Journal. Police and Army Intelligence deactivated the device as Judge Moore remains under protection following a prior threat.
The Newspaper Guild endorsed McGovern and urged AFL-CIO leaders to follow suit. Labor factions clash over leadership, with some unions like the United Auto Workers warming to McGovern while others remain anti McGovern. A secret Fontainebleau meeting discussed strategy as defeated rivals, including Humphrey and Muskie, assess the nominee’s path.
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