Texas College Enrollment Debate Faces Undefined Authority
Texas officials debate limits on state college enrollment as the Texas College Coordinating Board weighs its authority amid overcrowding at UT Austin and other campuses. Critics question the board’s power while UT and UT System officials express concern but resist drastic controls.
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Texas College Coordinating Board
Atte
Crawford Martin
Coordinating Board
University of Texas At Austin
U.T. System
UT. At Austin
Stephen McGlellan
Texas Tech University
Texas
Migrant workers deserve improved conditions nationwide
The article argues migrant labor camps are unacceptable and need swift, coordinated action by federal and state governments and citizen groups. It recalls past Plains camps with cleaner facilities, medical care, and meals, urging similar crash programs to educate and empower workers and families to improve their own situation.
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Athens Hilton
Menke A'stros All Star Clue Man Hitting .300 In 1969 Surge
Dennis Menke, veteran Houston Astros shortstop, breaks into All Star status for the 1969 season and beyond. He is praised as the infield’s key clue man and is hitting well above .300, bringing a rare bright note to Texas baseball amid tough times.
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Dennis Menke
Mr. Menke
Houston Astros
Astro
Texas
Talented Drivers Overcome Obstacles On Indiana Avenue
The city widened Indiana Avenue between 19th and 34th Streets to six lanes a divider to ease traffic. Yet drivers heading in the same direction still collide occasionally, proving that motorists remain crafty and capable of finding a way.
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Indiana Avenue
19Th
34Th Streets
Avenue Q
Las Vegas
West 19Th Street
Clash in Belfast Highlighted as Religious Battle
A radio announcer called the Belfast clashes a religious battle between Protestants and Catholics. The writer argues the violence stems from sectarian and theological differences rather than religion itself, noting harm done in the name of belief.
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Belfast
Protests by Government Employees Stir Public Questions
A mass meeting by a Department of Health, Education and Welfare employee protesting U.S. policy in Cambodia sparks debate over public dissent by government workers. Senator Barry Goldwater notes private dissent exists, but public mass meetings by current officials raise questions about loyalties and propriety.
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Washington
Department of Health, Education and Welfare
U. S
Cambodia
Barry Goldwater
Arizona
Senate
Goldwater
Nixon
Republi
Department of Justice
Butt
One Night in Prison Is Enough for 23 Judges
A clipped Avalanche Journal headline notes a justice story with the line One night in prison is enough for 23 judges. The fragment references opinions and a pay as you go plan in a Broadway related note.
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Avalanche-Journal
Andrew Tully on Lindsay draft protests in Vietnam era
Andrew Tully discusses a letter from 20 soldiers in Vietnam to New York Mayor John Lindsay critiquing his remarks on draft dodgers. He notes Harris poll data, Goodell’s critique of Vietnam policy, and a mix of cultural commentary on politics, media, and fashion trends of the era.
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Washington
Vietnam
Pacific Stars and Stripes
New York
John Lindsay
Lindsay
University of Pennsylvania
Canada
New York City
United States
Lou Harris
Nixon
Harris
William K. Farrell
Pfc
Ray Skinner
Charles Goodell
Goodell
Republican Party
Readers rail at census impact and local bonds
Letters from Warren Michigan Duluth Minnesota and Lubbock Texas discuss census effects on funding and representation. Residents ask who is responsible for chemical exposure injuries and critique lake development bonds and voting rights.
Local Telephone People Praised For Storm Work
John Davidson of 2209 14 St thanks Southwestern Bell Telephone Company staff for their swift storm response. He notes crews worked without refrigeration as power and water failed and praises operators who kept lines functioning.
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The
Avalanche Journal
Southwestern Bell Telephone Company
John Davidson
Morals and aging shift tolerance say OSU researchers
L. M. Boyd notes a study by Ohio State University scholars finding that aging increases tolerance for extramarital affairs but decreases tolerance for mercy killings. The commentary ends with a satirical line and asks readers to send letters to L. M. Boyd in Santa Monica.
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Ohio State University
LM. Boyd
P.O. Box
Santa Monica
Bond booster touts lakes and facilities growth
Phillip Specter of 119 Ave X urges Lubbock to catch up with Dallas and Fort Worth by expanding the airport and building a civic center and library to attract industry and population. He cites inadequate recreational facilities and a need for a big convention venue beyond the coliseum.
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Phillip Specter
119
Ave. X
Lubbock
Dallas
Fort Worth
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