Aftermath of assassination sparks call for revulsion against violence
In the wake of Senator Kennedy's assassination, public dismay and a desire to act against violence grow. The piece critiques emotional lawmaking and urges decisive action over theory, hoping Kennedy's death prompts a broad revulsion against hatred, violence, and extremism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert I. Kennedy
Nce
Lawder
Johnson
Resurrection City
Kennedy
Martin Luther. King
Los Angeles
Baran i
Perversities and Paradoxes Test of Faith
An essay on insomnia and public life notes that perversities intrude daily, from nap amid meetings to memory lapses in speech. It argues persistence, clear sight, and facing life’s paradoxes as true measures of character and faith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leon Eiseley
Geugit
Paul
Generational Gap Seen In Youthes Demand For Parental Support
A woman columnist argues that today’s young rebels view parents mainly as providers. The piece notes most youths rely on their mothers and fathers for financial backing while pursuing social reform, warning reforms fail if older generations refuse to work.
Trying To Fill Swinger Role Rough On Males In College
Washington report on campus pressures faced by male students under media influenced expectations. Ronald Hoffman recounts parental reactions to off campus living with a co ed and the clash between dream and reality. He recalls reactions of his mother and father and jokes about using pregnancy to explain the situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Ronald Hoffman
Ronald
Life Magazine
Linda Je Clair
Barnard
Hugh Hefner
Quotes on housing economics from multiple editors
The writers comment on real estate and income in housing markets. Weldon Owens cites a builder who profits from low cost rentals for middle income families. Bob Talbert notes the high income from such projects. Roger Allen discusses post‑childrearing economic shifts in demand and supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob ‘Talbert
Columbia
State
John C Metcalfe Portraits June Sunday Poem
Poem reflects on a June Sunday morning with vivid nature imagery. The speaker celebrates blooming flowers, angels in clouds, crimson sun, warm blue skies, gentle breezes, blossomed trees, and dusky twilights. It conveys a nostalgic wish for spring to stay all year.
Abolition Message Sparks Defense of Capital Punishment Debate
A letter argues against capital punishment as barbaric and predicts reforms, while condemning SDS and related groups on the Tech campus. The writer cites legal costs and police overreach, urging action to oppose dissent and support harsher security measures on campus.
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Lam
Supreme Court
United States
Larry Gallimore
Weymouth Hall
Tech
Dutie
Berkeley Police
Berkeley Callene
Oakland Police Dept
Students For Democratic Society
S.D.A
League For Industrial Democracy
Lubbock
Wallace
George N. Guthrie
44Th St
Believer in War Sees McCarthy Promise as Dangerous
Leslie Rickerson criticizes Senator Eugene McCarthy for pledging not to involve the nation in another Vietnam situation. He argues such statements invite Communism and undermine U S leadership while warning against a presidential promise of passive restraint. Rickerson signs from 2601 College Avenue.
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Avalanche-Journal
Vietnam
Sen
Eugene McCarthy
McCarthy
U. S
Leslie Rickerson
College Avenue
Controversial HemisFair Film Defended By Editor
A local editor defends the HemisFair screening of the film ALS, praising its honest portrayal of America's strengths and flaws. The piece argues the film offers realistic self appraisal amid global exhibits.
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Avalanche-Journal
HemisFair
Als
United States
Hemis Fair
John Ry Crider
68Th Drive
Texas search links von Wrede to forgotten Arabian map
Ed Syers recounts Charles D. Matthews and University of Texas researchers tracing Adolph von Wrede a German explorer said to have sought the Inner Desert near Hadhramaut. The piece notes misplacements on maps, von Wrede's Texas trail, and Matthews call to verify burial sites while inviting readers to help locate von Wrede or provide Old Texas place names and photographer records.
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ED Syers
Treba
Nde
Texas
Charles D. Matthews
University of Texas Research
Hran
Adolph von Wrede
von Wrede
Arabia
Hadhramaut
Karl Ritter
Humboldt
New World
Austin
App Wrede
Matthews
Arso
Arabian-American Oil Co
Great Southern
to-Texas
Levelland
Sam B. Blair
Hicks
George Washington Hockley
Republic of Texas
Muskogee
Oklahoma
A. F. von Blon, Jr
A. B. Hillyear
E. Parker
el Paso
Barr
Ingram
Senior Scholastic notes in school politics influence
A reader defends student involvement in politics and argues teachers prepare the nation’s future leaders. The letter asserts high school students know more about pressing issues and presidential candidates than many adults and clarifies Senior Scholastic is a national magazine with comprehensive candidate coverage.
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The
Avalanche-Journal
Nanci Langston
Lubbockite Praises Good News Editorials
A reader from Lubbock applauds a series of editorials in The Avalanche Journal praising city men for flag respect and firm stand against disorder. Mentions Lewis and Lieutenant May for their roles and cites De Gaulle’s stance against a communist takeover.
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The
Avalanche Journal
America
Addie Lee Durham
Broadway
B. D. Campbell
Lubbock
Korea
Acton
Vietnam
High Seas
Pueblo
Paris
Mr. Campbell
Marine Corps
Richard E. Welch
30Th St
Lubbockite
Lewis
Lieutenant May
de Gaulle
Lubbock Christian College
64Th Street
Due Process Agrees and a Child’s Missing Fox Terrier
Editor letters discuss Adam Clayton Powell Supreme Court case and due process. A ten year old seeks help finding her missing fox terrier Sam, noting thefts and a bolted fence, urging publication for awareness. Brenda Adams requests printing Monday.
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Avalanche Journal
Adam Clayton Powell
Supreme Court
Ramsey
Gibson D. Kemp
26Th St
The
Sam
Brenda Ann Adams
Dear Turnrow Tunner: respect and odd observations
McBride writes on respect for elders, school integration quotas in Berkeley, crude oil as cure all, a New Jersey wedding photo suit, and a Senate move to curb aid to nations seizing American vessels, with wry commentary on foreign policy.
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Senate
The Brighter Side Opinion Piece Note
A concise column reflects on humility and wit. It jokes that wisdom comes from recognizing limits, while a quick comeback often arrives after reflection. It also mentions a man who narrowly survives driving the wrong way on a freeway.
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Roger Alien
Grand Rapids Press
John C. Metcalfe
Red
Robert Kennedy
Douglas Ashby
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Paul T. Vickers
Frank Birkhead, Jr
Powell
O. C. McBride
Turnrow
Berkeley
New Jersey
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