Bomb Attacks Kill and Injure Dozens in Saigon Theaters
Viet Cong bombs hit three Saigon theaters wounding 55 and killing at least eight as violence spikes on the Geneva Pact anniversary. An American serviceman and a police officer were among the dead amid chaos near government buildings.
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Crop Of Marijuana Found Growing In Trunk Of Car
Dallas police found about half a pound of manicured marijuana in a car trunk with clumps growing in dirt near the fenders. The 28 year old carpenter and two Mexican companions were stopped for a defective muffler and suspicious behavior. the carpenter faces illegal possession charges.
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Dallas
E. L. Moses
R. L. Simpson
D. L. Hamer
Hamer
Johnson administration urges wage and price restraint
The Cabinet Committee on Wage and Price Stability asked business and labor leaders to curb wage and price increases over the next five months. The panel, chaired by Arthur Okun, includes Fowler Wirtz Smith and Zwick, and aims to slow inflation without mandatory controls.
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Arthur M. Okun
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Sec. of the Treasury
Henry Fowler
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W. Willard Wirtz
Commerce
C.R. Smith
Charles J. Zwick
Prague Leader Urges Moscow to Respect Path to Socialism
Czech President Ludvik Svoboda urged Moscow Sunday to respect each country's chosen road to socialism and for talks to clarify differences. He indicated no reply yet from the Czech Communist Presidium to a Soviet meeting request and noted slow withdrawal of Soviet troops after Warsaw Pact maneuvers. The speech defended Czechoslovakia's right to develop its own form of communism and urged Moscow to tolerate nonconformity.
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Ludvik Svoboda
Moscow
Svoboda
Soviet Union
Czech Communist Party Presidium
Aleander Dubeck
Red Army
Czechoslovakia
Antonin Novotny
Javorina
Moravian
Texas Tech golfers win Levelland tourney duo
Ronnie White and Jim Arnold of Texas Tech capture top honors in a Levelland partnership golf tournament, delivering strong play and teamwork to earn the victory shown in local sports coverage.
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Ronnie White
Jim Arnold
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Widows of Vietnamese Officials Speak on U S Sellout
A report notes the fears of widows of six high ranking Vietnamese officials over possible U S concessions. The piece emphasizes concerns about betrayal and policy shifts affecting postwar settlements and regional stability.
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U. S
Bomb explosion shatters Manhattan bookstore
A bomb blast at a Manhattan bookshop dealing in antiwar and Communist literature shattered windows and the front door. No injuries were reported. Police said the device resembled blasts in 10 prior New York area incidents aimed at tourist and consular offices linked to Cuba trade. Nearby buildings also suffered damage. A surviving sign urged peace and an end to the fighting in Vietnam.
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Gunman killed as off duty officer foils Austin hold up
In Austin a gunman identified as James Hogue, 50, died after an off duty rookie officer Bob Jacobs, 26, opened fire during a late night grocery store holdup. Jacobs, a part time checker, fired five shots hitting the suspect in the neck head face and abdomen as he attempted the robbery.
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James Hogue
Missouri
Mexico
Bob Jacobs
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Benny Castillo
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Powder keg blast injures seven at Civil War cannon exhibit
In Somerset Michigan a Civil War cannon demonstration turned deadly when wadding from a mortar shell ignited a powder keg. Seven of 23 injured were critically burned as spectators and participants fled the flames. Heritage Gun Loaders Association sponsor. 5,000 attendees observed shooting matches and demos.
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United Press International
Somerset
Mich
Michigan
Bill Robbins
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Heritage Gun Loaders Association
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Prayerful Appeal Shares Scripture Guidance for Tough Times
A devotional note from Mrs. Jesse J. Raser urges believers to hide God’s word in the heart to resist sin during discouragements and sorrows. The message emphasizes accepting and acting on promises found in the Bible.
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Jesse J. Raser
Coalition bid fails as GOP favorite sons stay uncommitted
Four Republican governors including Ronald Reagan George Romney James Rhodes and Spiro Agnew meet at Cincinnati preferring to remain neutral until the Miami Beach convention Aug 5. Rhodes refuses unified action keeping Ohio uncommitted while Agnew and Romney also stay free of commitment. Reagan urges a free open mind until delegates decide.
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Ohio
Spiro T. Agnew
Maryland
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Sunny Skies Rule South Plains While Storms Hit Other Areas
The South Plains enjoyed clear skies Sunday with temperatures near 90 in Lubbock, while thunderstorms dumped up to four inches in some sections. Fair weather was forecast to continue with a chance of scattered thundershowers in Lubbock.
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Eyes of Texas Origin Traced to UT Student Joke
University of Texas tale recalls 1903 origin of The Eyes of Texas song as a junior prank aimed at President Lambdin Prather. The tune stems from I’ve Been Working on the Railroad and grew into a rallying anthem for athletes and fans alike.
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Avalanche- Journal
University of Texas
Lambdin Prather
Prather
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Robert E. Lee
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Reds Delay Freed Trip From Hanoi Confirmation of delay for three pilots
American Friends Service Committee senior official reported from Hanoi that departure to bring home three captured pilots Maj James Low Maj Fred Thompson and Capt Joe Carpenter has been delayed one week. Stewart Meacham sent a cable announcing the postponement and assuring all is well. The pilots were previously shown at a Hanoi news conference after being held as POWs.
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Friends Church Orginization
Stewart Meacham
Peace Education
James Frederick Low
Sausalito
Calif
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Joe Victor Carpenter
Victorville
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Weekend Police Probe Reveals Lubbock Crime Spree
Authorities investigate a spate of early Sunday crimes in Lubbock with shootings at the Spanish Grill and a cafe. Two Latin American suspects are sought for raping a pregnant woman. Victims include Charles White 39 and Melvin Boyd 29 both hospitalized with gunshot wounds. Delinda Prado 20 released after neck wound. Oscar Garza 29 treated for gunshot injuries. A separate assault on three teens leaves one 15-year-old with severe injuries and his 19-year-old companion unconscious. See Lubbock Page 10.
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E. Main St
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Beech St
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West Texas Hospital
Sih Ave. C
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1715 Ave. B
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South Street
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Beh St
Hamlin
Albert
Lubbock
Weather Summary for Lubbock Area
The forecast calls for possible afternoon and evening thunderstorms with otherwise clear to partly cloudy skies. High near 86, low mid 60s. Southerly winds around 10 mph.
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