11 Jun 1966
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1966
Page
1
Severe storms battered the South Plains with hail and high winds injuring two relatives near Abernathy and damaging a hatchery and aircraft east of town. One tornado confirmed east of Abernathy with unconfirmed reports near Olton Happy and Muleshoe.
A powerful thunderstorm with tornadic winds struck Lubbock Friday afternoon driving injuries and wide destruction across the eastern third of the city. Officials report at least 16 injuries in Lubbock and two in Abernathy with property damage likely exceeding $1 million. Power and phone lines were downed, several businesses and homes damaged, and the Red Cross opened a shelter at Arnott School though few sought aid. Police restrained looting and residents remained, many choosing to stay in affected homes overnight.
U S paratrooper units fought off an estimated 350 Communists for the second night in a row. The battle, seen as potentially pivotal, involved XM Five rescue columns pushing through jungle to reach trapped soldiers. A US helicopter attempting evacuation was shot down, while two Army choppers managed limited evacuations of the seriously wounded.
Texas Tech secures a 15081 grant marking the university's first federal funding for its water research program. The award coverage notes the initiative will detail projects across water quality, conservation, and supply reliability. The report mentions other national and local news items and a mix of features in different sections.
Rep George Mahon condemns an Air Force publicity venture tied to the XB70 crash and two pilot deaths. He notes five aircraft formed to photograph for General Electric, urges safeguards to prevent future misuse of military assets.
A mid afternoon thunderstorm struck Labbuck with hurricane like force. Officials from the Weather Bureau and city civil defense toed the line after the surprise blow. The storm proved more intense than initial reports suggested and prompted calls for revision of civil defense warnings. See QUICK START Page
The Texas Budget Board heard that state government salaries should rise by about $73 million for 1967-69 to attract workers. The plan, funded from general revenue and state lands, aims at key agencies facing manpower shortages. The governor, speaker, and lieutenant governor have voiced support.
The fragment references prayer in a legislative context and notes anonymous finance and house appropriations committees. It mentions key legislators and a general appropriations bill planned for early 1967, with Paducah associated Rep WLS Headly and a state pay context.
Beverly Hills police report Edward G. Robinson remained in the hospital Friday after abdominal surgery. The actor suffered the accident when a wire struck him near his home Wednesday night, leaving him dazed but not seriously injured.
Lubbock and Vicinity: Partly cloudy today and tonight with scattered thunderstorms this afternoon and early tonight. Southeast winds 1 to 20 mph, gusty with a few stronger storms. High near 90, low around 70.
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