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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1954
Page
5
Congressional Quarterly says the commodity set aside is the key factor in farm income debates. Diverted acreage storage facilities and surplus disposal also influence outcomes, with up to 2.5 billion dollars of surpluses excluded from price support under the set aside.
Local notices report visitors from Hondo and Guam, a medical update on Mrs. McGregor in Abilene, and Dr. Julian A. McDonald joining the Home Service Casualty Insurance Co. board. A Jones Taylor county reunion gathers at Mackenzie State Park in Lubbock with a 12:30 basket lunch. The article also summarizes farm policy debates on set aside provisions and flexible supports led by Secretary Ezra Taft Benson, with reactions from Rep. Poage, Rep. Cooley, Rep. King, and farm groups.
Development of Camp Haynes near Silverton won approval and other South Plains Boy Scout projects were tentatively approved Friday night, signaling likely strong local interest.
City’s K. N. Clapp Pool hosted 199 graduates and Mackenzie State Park Pool held 45 as part of the summer swimming program. City Manager Steve Matthews spoke at Clapp, while Red Cross workers distributed achievement cards. Instructors included Pat Kershner and Berna dine Hayne. Registration for the next session will be held Monday and Tuesday mornings and 7 p.m. on those days.
The article notes that while fossil giraffes occur in Europe and India, living giraffes today are confined to Africa south of the Sahara. It emphasizes the geographic shift and current distribution of extant giraffe populations.
Levelland Jaycees converted a former gravel pit into a junk car race track, turning a hole in the ground into a summer weekend spotlight. They host another race night this Saturday, continuing a local DIY project that boosted community activity.
Proceeds will aid Girlstown Abilene Ranch Levelland Youth Center and other groups. The Jaycees voted to purchase the 1 acre tract hosting their race track a mile and a half north of town. Jimmy Davis notes plans for guard rail and grandstands by next year.
The main event saw Perry Shoe maker of Midland finish third as about 20 cars compete in races at 8 p m this Saturday. Admission is $1 for adults with children free when accompanied by parents. no race next week but every week after until Sept 4. The track is hoped to boost funds for community projects.
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