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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 26, 1961

Page

5

Kennedy Addresses Nation On Berlin Crisis And Defense Plan

President Kennedy spoke from the Oval Office detailing steps to strengthen defense against Soviet pressure on Berlin. He outlined increased military strength, expanded draft calls, and budget for nonnuclear weapons while urging unity among Western allies and a peaceful solution.

Kennedy lWestern Congress Air Force TV. Am Air National Guard White House Berlin Khrushchev Eastern Europe Soviet Union Germany West Berlin Aly

Complaint Seen In Cing Of Negro

A clipped AP dispatch from Pocatello Idaho notes an official involved with a national association faces an advar ign complaint. Names include Charles F. and Ty. The fragment hints at internal controversy within an organization and a formal inquiry underway.

Pocatello

McCloy to Meet Khrushchev in Sochi Over Disarmament

American disarmament adviser John J. McCloy flies to Sochi at Khrushchev’s invitation for a meeting that could determine progress in Soviet American arms talks. Talks in Washington failed to produce momentum and resume in Moscow last week with no clear gains.

Moscow UPI John J. McIcley Black Sea Sochi Nikita 5. Khrushchev Washington McCloy Valerian Zorin Kennedy Jeff Washington Zorin U.S Llewellyn E. Thompson

Hijacked Cuba flight returns with hijacker still abroad

Passengers and crew flew back from Havana aboard a Pan American jet after a Cuban hijacking. FAA and FBI coordinated strict security at U S airports while Castro warned of retaliation. Passengers reported courteous treatment but confinement aboard the aircraft.

FBI New York Havana United States Federal Aviation Agency Washington Florida FAA van Jones Luis Rodriguez Castro Yuri Ga- Ratin Gagarin EAL

Limeliters Bring Sensational Folk Trio to Show Biz Scene

The Limeliters, a folk trio featuring Gottlieb, Glenn Yarbrough, and Alex Hassilev, draw packed crowds with witty introductions and diverse talents. Gottlieb, a graduate in musicology, serves as spokesperson while Yarbrough and Hassilev showcase tenor and banjo performances. The group aims to tour Europe and Russia, with past gigs at Grace Church and Cosmo Alley illuminating their multilingual, Latin-tinged repertoire.

Gottlieb Gateway Singers Yarbrough Hassiler Twaga Grace Church Hassilev Limeliters Europe Russia Los Angeles

Grace Presbyterian Family Night Picnic and Club Events

Grace Presbyterian Church schedules a Friday 7 p.m. family picnic in Wagner Park at 26th St and High Ave. Members of the Flying Kennel Club attend a covered dish dinner and swim party at Caprock Club Pool and Pavilion with about 50 people present. Next club meeting set for August 28 at the Plains National Bank Community Room. Firefighters battled two car fires Tuesday afternoon with minimal damage while a dog bite sent a boy to hospital after ear injury. A lawn mower motor theft was reported. details incomplete.

Grace Presbyterian Church Wagner Park 26Th St High Ave Flying Kennel Club Caprock Club The Plains National Bank

Opponent Eyes Rayburn's Seat in McKinney Race

In McKinney, Tom W. Perkins Jr. and Sam Rayburn associate Perkins are noted as contenders for Rayburn's seat as election coverage lists Perkins as an aide to the generation and a potential candidate.

McKinney Jack Finneenville

Cuban freighter seized by Canadian authorities in Montreal

A Cuban freighter Bahia de Santiago Cuba docked in Montreal with a cargo of sugar when two seizure writs were served by Judge Philippe Lamarre. The orders froze the ship in port until a court hearing. One writ represented Westfield Experts Ltd of Monee Illinois.

Montreal, Que UPI Montreal Philippe Lamarre Bahia de Santiago Cuba Westfield Experts Ltd Mone eha _Slalming

General Sees 36th Division Returning Home Aug 6

General Carl L. Phinney of the 36th Infantry Division said the unit would return to home stations August 6 unless ordered otherwise. He spoke after President Kennedy’s nationwide speech outlining a defense buildup. Guardsmen expect added drills and weekend trainings at armories to boost readiness, with veterans noting no immediate mobilization.

Fort Hood Carl L. ‘Phinney Phinney Dallas Texas Kennedy National Guard Chaplin Henry W. Johnson Jr Houston Wesley Pryor Kaly Tex

Births listed at Methodist and other area hospitals

A series of birth notices run from Methodist Hospital and other area facilities. Names include Wiltix Norwood Longval Thornton Moore Garcia Lewis Birchett Hayes ONeal Fitchett Castleberry Anderson Bartera Bord Viking Falls Griffith Fisbel Ortiz Allen Kiley Booth Jennings Garth, with weights from 2 pounds 6 ounces to 11 pounds and times around dawn to evening. Fathers are listed with occupations such as cable splicer switchman pastor truck driver and more.

William Wiltix Methodist Hospital General Telephone Co Jack Norwood Southwestern Bell ‘Ste. Iphone Co

Senate Group Gives Report On Building

An Austin AP report notes a Senate panel releasing findings on building issues. The article mentions the Senate work and related discussions, with emphasis on implications for state projects.

Senate Group

Senate tax plan expansion sparks debate in special session

Senator Daniel urges the legislature to tackle 29 new topics extending the special session. Critics led by Sen. Dorsey Hardeman of San Angelo and Sen. Ray Roberts of McKinney warn widening the call will undermine tax and appropriation bills and demand hard work.

Daniel Dorsey Hardeman San Angelo Ray Roberts McKinney Senate Finance

Leaders laud president as Congress backs defense push

Senate reactions praise the presidents speech as a call for stronger military power and unity. Senators Mansfield Stennis Javits Kuchel Bennett Bennett and Hickenlooper voice support while others warn of focus on Berlin over Cuba and urge restraint on internal spending. In Texas the Senate considers curbing the State Insurance Board and a heavy tax bill, with Governor Daniel seeking higher unemployment benefits and revenue reforms.

Senate Mike Mansfield Mont John Stennis D-Miss Senate Preparedness Subcommittee Congress Stennis Armed Services and Appropriations Committees Wallace F. Bennett Utah Berlin Cuba Bennett Bourke B. Hickenlooper Iowa Jacob Javits United States Thomas Kuchel R-Call Texas Senate State Insurance Board Wardrow Lane Centors State Affairs Committee Lane Daniel

Chrysler Responds To UAW Inflation Demands

Detroit report notes Chrysler replies Tuesday to United Auto Workers inflation demands. The company cites its 350000 workers and factory conditions in negotiating wage and benefit concessions. A Chrysler vice president named John D. comments on the contract talks and wage ranges.

Detroit UPD Chrysler United Auto Workers United Ae John. D

Floods and Heat Desolation Hit Central U S

Storms drenched many states with heavy rain and severe weather while heat lingered across the plains. Rivers such as Wakenda near Carrollton rose seven feet above flood stage and multiple creeks overflowed, triggering warnings across Missouri and surrounding areas.

Presa International Missouri Wakenda Carrollton Grand Bonne Femme Crooked Creek Kangas Mig Plains States North Dakota Ohio Sey

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