City Commission blocks further commercial spread in Lubbock area
In a unanimous move the City commission prevented zoning expansion to relocate a post office substation to 52nd St and Gary Ave. Residents oppose the site amid already zoned commercial acres nearby and call for a location serving shoppers without harming neighborhood character.
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London's Minicabs Trigger Cab Driver Uproar
London cabbies erupt as minicabs operate illegally taking fare calls from the public. Vets clash with minicab drivers over the upheaval on crowded streets, with overturned vehicles and street violence. Regular hack drivers are famed for politeness and skill, now battling illegal competition.
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London
Guvner
Kennedy Faces Democratic Revolt Over Foreign Aid Bill
The White House frets as a growing number of Democratic senators oppose Kennedy on both Medicare and foreign aid. The 56 to 9 margin for the aid measure contrasts with earlier Medicare votes, signaling internal party pressure in an election year. Critics cite aid to Spain, Iran, and other nations as wasteful, while supporters note bipartisan backing.
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Kennedy Plans Sea Water to Fresh Water Venture
The article notes President Kennedy pushing the Point Four program to convert seawater into usable fresh water. It cites $75 million in research, multiple firms and five federal stations, and the Salt Water conversion aims to alleviate drought and regional water conflicts. Costs remain high with estimates 1.25 to 2.25 dollars per 1000 gallons and a 5 to 10 year path to commercial viability.
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Congress
Kennedy
Far West
Colorado
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China
India
United States
Truman
Atomic Energy Commission
Mak Ridge
Stewart J. Udall
Interior Department
Office of
JFK Era Shapes 1962 Campaign Outlook Across States
In the 1962 congressional race the fate of Kennedy's program hinges on party battles in California Massachusetts and New York. The piece discusses potential NY candidates Frank Hogan and James Farley and notes the impact of regional contests on Kennedy’s standing and Medicare.
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George E. Sokolsky
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House of Representatives
Kennedy
California
Massachusetts
Ted Kennedy
George Lodge
Connecticut
Abraham Ribicoff
Frank Hogan
New York
Nelson Rockefeller
Loyalty plus dog dies protecting owners in robbery attempt
A dachshund belonging to Mr. and Mrs. Levi Thornton at Plainview sacrificed its life while barking at a would be robber. The thief demanded more money after the Thorntons handed over cash from the store register, then fled. The dog’s throat was found slit, and the couple mourned the loss more than the missing funds.
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Levi Thornton
Iunton
Thorntons
Automated windshield wiper art shocks Paris scene
A Danish artist Frik Munster from Paris uses car windshield wipers to smear paint on canvas for abstract works. He lines up turpentine and paints and powers the wipers to create a quick modern piece. Critics doubt the value but Munster claims efficiency and novelty in art creation.
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Paris
Frik Munster
Munster
Changing Face of Agriculture Demands Many Roles
The article argues modern farming requires a farmer to be a businessman, economist, accountant, and mechanic, among many other roles. It suggests balancing crop growing with this broad skill set is essential for success.
Avalanche-Journal Evening Edition Published in Lubbock
The Avalanche Journal evening edition announces its publication from Lubbock Texas with staff names and mailing details. The notice lists pricing for subscriptions including annual and six monthly rates and notes Associated Press affiliation.
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South Plaine
Nemorratic
Sunsiay
Avalanche-Journal
Avalanche-Journe! Publishing Company, Inc
Oh MH
J. Lubbock
Texas
Netamad Representatives
Texas Daily Press League
Associated Preee Preet Postase
Lubbock
CHAS
Guy Raitor
Able
Moms
Five teachers elected to Lubbock ISD posts in 1942
At the regular board meeting of Lubbock Independent School District five teachers were elected for posts in the district. Anna E Arrington was chosen for the junior high school, Louis Cammack for the senior high school, Julia C Lair for another junior high post, and Ann B White for Sanders school. The piece notes the pioneers were rugged and faced issues without a tranquilizer. Utopia is described as a place where weather never hampers fishing.
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Anna E. Arrington
Louis Cammack
Julia C. Lair
Ann 8. White
Sanders School
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