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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1970

Page

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Cambodian Forces Face Heavy Losses in Cambodian Plateau Battle

Troops mass on Kiri slopes awaiting signal to attack the plateau as 300 wounded are reported in what is described as the Cambodian army’s worst disaster of a four month war. Mercenaries trained by U S forces are present among troops seeking air support and continued bombardment from fighter-bombers near Kom Penh.

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Lakes plan reshaped after tornado spurs urgency in Lubbock

A distressed passage describes a eight lake project for Yellowhouse Canyon near Lubbock evolving from an idle feasibility study into a prioritized open space plan. Officials note a price range near 18 million dollars with potential federal state matching and urgency from tornado damage affecting nearby neighborhoods.

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Storms Slash Panhandle Region Turning Sky Into Weather Warns

Severe thunderstorms ripple through the Panhandle with funnel clouds sighted near Stratford and Grover. Reports note up to 4 inches of rain in late afternoon downpours while hot, dry heat lingered in areas north and west of Amarillo as weather officials issued warnings for multiple counties.

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County officials to explain budget request meeting

Lubbock area report notes county commissioners will explain the proposed budget at a scheduled meeting. The item appears on Page 1 and references the county budget process and upcoming actions.

Lubbock Area

Army declares two Texans killed in Vietnam combat

Odessa native Greg D. Stevenson and Houston resident Merritt Merritt were named by the Army as among Texans killed in action in South Vietnam. Carolyn Stevenson, the soldiers family, announced the losses.

ESSA Army Spee Greg D. Stevenson Odessa South Vietnam Peters Department Iss Carolyn L. Stevenson Tee Tey la Merrit Merritt Houston

Prayer Mae We Abe Me 6 Ga We

Prayer service notices remain unclear in the fragment. The readable text references a prayer gathering and dates but lacks full details on participants or location.

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Unclear fragment prompts omitted

Fragmentary OCR text provides no coherent event or names to summarize into a full newspaper card.

Pollution irritates eyes and worsens hay fever season

The text notes pollen and particulate matter irritate mucous membranes and trigger eye symptoms during hay fever season. It mentions health and welfare concerns and the need to address pollution as part of everyday life.

Smog and Public Health Issues Plague City

Fragmented OCR notes report smog effects and health complaints in Tennessee city. References to electric drain, public response, and a pallation alert amid unclear events and political mentions.

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Earthquake Devastates Iran Stricken Villages Probing Death Toll

Rescue efforts continue after a major Iran quake as hundreds of villages are hit. Agencies report more than 100 dead and about 200 seriously injured with missing victims feared trapped under debris in a region spanning about 20 000 square miles.

Iran

Nixon criticizes university staff over wartime transition burden

The report notes President Nixon chiding university administrators and faculty for blaming government and mockingly asserting that the move from war to peace will be checked. He says colleges must face up to the problem and acknowledges the price of transition.

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Nixon warns time short for Middle East cease fire efforts

Nixon states time is short to secure a cease-fire amid Israeli Arab tensions. He notes concerns with a temporary halt and emphasizes commitment to avoid a broader military pause while pressing allies for a measured peace approach.

Patetan

Survey on City Age and Construction Materials

A fragmented report discusses a survey sponsored by the American Institute of Construction. Dr James R Mc leads supervision at officials request to assess deformation and elastic limits in materials, noting large deformations and potential failure risks.

South End The American Institute ‘of Construction James R. Mc Evan Roberts Harold’ Harer

Air Pollution Concerns Rise in Urban Areas

Clipped OCR text references air pollution issues and health effects with mentions of breathing pains and pollution exposure in city areas. The fragment suggests a page 4 feature on air quality and public health concerns.

House approves veterans aid measure in progress toward White House

A preliminary wartime aid bill cleared the House and moved to the White House for signature. The legislation aims to increase benefits for veterans and adjust sanctions related provisions.

Wasrington White House

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