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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1965
Page
5
The raid blasted Ba Ta and other posts with mortars cannon and grenades, overrunning walls and causing civilian damage. A ranger force retook Ba Ta within an hour while Tan Nhut and Binh Chanh saw moderate and civilian casualties.
U S officials have not announced activation of missiles but expect them to be used if Hanoi raids occur. Congress members urge preemptive strikes on the bases while some military leaders privately push for broader targets and civilian risks. GOP leaders Melvin Laird and Thruston Morton press for bipartisan foreign policy talks.
Udall announced the 322 mile pipeline system to deliver water to 11 Texas cities by summer 1966. Sanford Dam and Lake Meredith will supply storage for the largest municipal and industrial water development in Reclamation history.
The article discusses Tax Slice proposals shifting federal income tax shares by state with flexible use of funds, plus Johnson’s hint of similar ideas and a task force study. Morton recalls McNamara expanding Defense Department divisions and possible Reserves calls, while Laird notes low American prestige and a measured air power strategy against North Vietnam.
Mr and Mrs Norman Sharp report a daughter born at 2 51 pm weighing 7 pounds 4% ounces at Methodist Hospital The father works for Gibson s Department Store Mr and Mrs Robert Stubbs report a daughter born at 2 25 am weighing 7 pounds at Methodist Hospital The father serves in the Navy Mr and Mrs Melton Montemazon report a son born at 9 17 pm weighing 8 pounds 1 ounce at Methodist Hospital The father is a farm laborer Mr and Mrs Larry Austin Boydstom report a son born at 8 35 pm weighing 7 pounds 14% ounces at West Texas Hospital The father works for Randolph Manufacturing Company Mr and Mrs Larry C Clay report a daughter born at 1 23 am weighing 6 pounds 8 ounces at West Texas Hospital
APASRA Hongsakula the 1965 Miss Universe from Bangkok admits a weight concern and a Thai nickname meaning fatty in a Sun day interview. She describes adjusting to fame after winning the title, posing in bed and on the beach as photographers and tourists gather. Her escort is Marine Lt Robert Wade of Charleston, as she participates in coronation events and footprints ceremony at the beachfront hotel.
Ted Griffin, owner of Seattle Marine Aquarium, buys the orca Namu for 8000. Namu is being towed south in a custom pen as critics debate the project. The operation reportedly costs about 42000, with Namu merchandise and songs selling briskly. Dr. Dixy Lee Ray urges understanding rather than fear, while a Westminster church sermon links Jonah and Namu.
Gov. Nelson Rockefeller of New York declares he is out of the White House race. Gov. Scranton of Pennsylvania refuses to commit about 1968. Gov. Hatfield proposes a UN session on Vietnam. Gov. Grant Sawyer criticizes political jockeying at the Governors Conference. Rockefeller praises Johnson’s Vietnam handling and visits the Humphreys’ summer home as the conference meets in Minneapolis.
Kay Burleson of Friona and a Texas Tech coed leaves Lubbock for Fort Worth to begin the Miss Texas Pageant week. She travels with Miss Lubbock’s group including co-manager Mrs Charles Verner. Jim Whitworth Lubbock Jaycee representative. and chaperone Mrs Jack Strong. Registra tion starts Monday morning. Burleson crowned Miss Lubbock February 27 and will perform I Left My Heart in San Francisco as talent.
Part of a dress and undergarments found on a Texas highway 100 miles from Austin are being tested for links to Shirley Stark and Susan Rigsby, both 21, missing for a week after leaving Dallas. Rewards total 1600 dollars.
The infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Phil Bishop Anton died at birth at 335 am Sunday in South Plains Hospital Levelland Graveside services set for 10 am today at City of Levelland Cemetery Rev Merrell Johns of First Baptist Church Anton will officiate George Price Funeral Home in charge Survivors include the parents paternal grandparents Ralph and Anton Bishop maternal grandparents Lee and Anton Eaton paternal great grandparents G M Vann and H F Bishop paternal great grandmother Mrs H F Bishop
In Buenos Aires police used tear gas and clubs to disperse a Peronist rally marking the 13th anniversary of Eva Peron’s death. The event turned violent as authorities confronted demonstrators amid Argentina’s political tensions.
Congress plans to send a $7.5 billion housing bill and a $6.4 billion health care measure for the elderly to President Johnson this week. Senate approval appears likely. House votes are set for Tuesday. The package includes rent subsidies and reflects top presidential priorities amid debate on union shop limits and voting rights.
A Philippine Air Force twin engine C47 with 27 aboard disappeared after takeoff from Manila en route to Zamboanga province as Typhoon Freda lashed the south. Rescue teams scoured seas and skies but found no trace by nightfall. among passengers were 14 civilians and 10 military personnel and dependents. Officials said the last radio contact reported 7000 feet over Zamboanga vicinity with no sign of trouble. A typhoon approaching the region threatened further rescue efforts.
Heavy rains in Lubbock caused minor street flooding and several accidents. Officials reported no major damage or high water, with 0.48 inches recorded in the city and heavier showers in western areas spreading to Crosby and Motley counties.
The flood disaster left several towns flooded up to four feet deep and caused multiple deaths. Rescue crews searched for victims as highways closed and homes, trees, and cars were swept away. In Kentucky and Tennessee, towns like Clinchmore Middlesboro and Noetown suffered major destruction with widespread property loss and thousands in damages.
Banks in Kuala Lumpur advertise new rates amid market shifts. Financial institutions highlight competitive lending costs as customers seek favorable terms and predictions show ongoing rate adjustments in coming weeks.
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