School superintendents salaries in Texas compared
Trustees and the public question whether Lubbock ISD Superintendent Nat Williams earns in line with Texas peers. Texas figures show Williams at 21 000 to rise to 23 500, with Dallas and Houston salaries much higher. The analysis notes growth since 1959 and argues top systems are well paid.
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Whitton Pushes Scenic Highways for People Nationwide
Federal Highway Administrator Rex Whitton urges states to build interstates with beauty and safety in mind. He seeks rest stops every 20 miles, native plantings, and tightened inspections to curb graft while aiming to save 8,000 lives by 1972 as the system nears completion.
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Professional Loser Tells How to Play Elections in Louisiana
Kenneth Dixon describes a cynical campaign racket in which a candidate loses then profits from defeats. He outlines three techniques including second primary sellouts, campaign contributions from enemies, and trading support for patronage. He warns the path drains the winner and risks personal ruin.
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Kuchel Nears Decision on California Governor Bid
Kuchel plans a return trip to California late this month with a decision imminent on whether liberal Republican Rachel will challenge Ronald Reagan for the GOP gubernatorial nomination. Friends say the California visit could shape the future of the party in the state as Kuchel weighs a run against Reagan.
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Pat) Brown
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Alphonzo Bell
Sacramento
Andrew Tully defends the name Andrew and explores its historic ties
A Washington columnist defends the name Andrew and traces its roots from the Apostle Andrew through Hungarian rulers to U.S. Presidents Andrew Jackson and Andrew Johnson. The piece links Andrew's legacy to religious symbolism, political figures, and a contemporary California political context.
Debating Viet Nam Bombing and Nuclear Leverage
Henry J. Taylor argues that conventional bombing may fail against North Viet Nam and ponders whether atomic threats from the United States or responses from the Soviet Union could shape future peace talks. The piece contrasts Korea and Viet Nam terrain, evaluates potential escalation, and considers Moscow’s leverage and Russia’s intentions.
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Justice Jackson to head Nuernberg trials Aug 15
NUERNBERG Justice Robert H. Jackson will establish headquarters Aug. 15 and the trials of arch war criminals will begin Sept. 1 in the Nuernberg courthouse, a spokesman said today. Austin scholastic funds dates clarified as per capita payment and state total.
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L. A. Woods
Tourist Dollar: Texas Tourism Tops Big Spring Interest
Guest editorial notes Texas welcomed 14 million visitors last year who spent about 879.5 million dollars. Average tourist traveled with two companions, spending nearly 24 dollars daily per car and 7.97 dollars per person per day. Big Spring is praised for boosting training, literature, and facilities to capture tourism revenue.
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Oil Sand Technique May Yield Billions in 22 States
A report to the Interstate Oil Compact Commission says TAR SAND could produce from 2.4 to 5.4 billion barrels of oil eventually in 22 states. Companies show growing interest in shallow sands, with new techniques expected to extend reserves beyond established fields.
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