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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1975
Page
7
A report notes potential renewed shuttle diplomacy by May and outlines U S and Arab positions. It discusses Terach and Eeyot troop withdrawals, Sinai policing, and the arab-israeli peace effort amid broader regional strains and past conflicts.
The convention features seminars and public discussions hosted by JP-Constable with key speakers covering local governance and civic topics. Notable sessions include a focus on public safety and community planning as the event moves into its midday program.
The Jail Study Panel conducted its initial visit, meeting with officials and discussing ongoing efforts to assess inmate conditions. The group, including Barton and Bhanchard, plans further cooperation while a completion date for the full report remains undetermined.
Baltimore based Sinser Co pleaded guilty to one count of illegal corporate political contribution violations under federal law. The firm agreed to pay 2600 dollars, half the maximum fine, stemming from an indictment March 6 charging an alleged 10000 dollar contribution to the Nixon Agnew re election campaign. Co defendant J Walter Jones, a banker and developer, was a key Agnew ally.
Traffic safety officials report April fatalities lower than earlier months in 1975 with a small decline from March. The year-to-date toll through April shows about 5,470 deaths, slightly above 1974 figures but below the four month totals for 1974, indicating the trend toward reduced losses though vehicle accidents remain a concern.
In Rosath Court the jury deliberated 16 hours on the rape case of 21 year old Loavid Birdsung after failing to reach a verdict on guilt or innocence. The panel will resume deliberations at 9 am today. Police say the defendant resides on Digon Street and is accused of raping a woman at his home on December 22 1974. Judge Howard C Davison presides.
Senate Intelligence Committee chair Frank Church said the Rockefeller Commission report is likely only the tip of the iceberg and called for a broader probe into CIA wrongdoing. He urged criminal penalties and expansion to foreign covert actions including alleged assassination plots against foreign leaders.
President Ford accepts the resignation of John N Nassikas as chairman of the Federal Power Commission on Wednesday, ending his tenure amid ongoing regulatory action in Washington.
The Senate approved a 1.35 billion measure to provide mortgage interest subsidies for middle income buyers and two year loans of 250 dollars to unemployed homeowners facing foreclosure. Proxmire says it would create about 800,000 jobs and 12 billion in activity while Tower warns of higher rates and subsidizing other borrowers. The bill includes a 1000 dollar grant for new housing started after March 26 1975 and offers either 6 or 7 percent interest subsidies with caps for high cost areas.
NASA official Arnold Frutkin said the United States will soon charge other countries a fee to use American launched satellites. He noted the nation has provided meteorological data for more than ten years and emphasized cost sharing.
A laid off carpenter, Kinghammer, seeks to resume unemployment benefits after a dispute with a contractor halted checks. He has remodeled his home during idle months since last September but now faces dwindling savings as wife’s cleaning income is barely enough. He notes low demand for carpenters and that firms favor younger workers. A state hearing was scheduled to decide on reinstating benefits.
Carpenter Donald King who has worked only three days in the past 10 months put up a sign on his house reading For Sale going On Welfare. A hearing is set today on his unemployment benefits as he cites lack of construction work and loss of aid.
The Borden County Junior Rodeo runs June 26 to 28 at the Borden County Arena under the livestock association. Ages 16 to 19 race in eight events nightly with entry fees of 10 dollars per event. younger groups pay eight dollars. Books close at 6 p.m. June 24. secretary is Mrs. Rube Smith. Trophy buckles awarded to three places per event and an All Around Champion belt buckle in each age group.
ADA Resources, Inc. announced an agreement in principle to acquire the common stock of Riffe Petroleum Co. of Tulsa Oklahoma for 2 million dollars in cash and debentures and 50 000 shares of ADA Resources stock. Debentures carry 9 percent coupon and are payable over 10 years.
Council considers spending under $50,000 in local funds while hearing Donald Peek Jr. on permits for rose stands at property lines in commercial zones. Zoning inspectors have confiscated rose sale signs in public rights of way and told sellers outside displays are not allowed in most commercial districts.
The House defeated a gasoline tax proposal aimed at conservation funding and adopted an oil import quota amendment set for 1979 to 1980. Rep Waggonner led the move to six million barrels daily, while Ullman defended stricter future caps and flexible adjustments to curb foreign oil dependence.
The Southern Baptist Convention re elected Rev Weber to a second term amid debate over the charismatic movement. He urged strong Bible teaching to resolve controversy in local churches and noted it might be raised at the 118th annual meeting. The convention, with 6074 churches and 12.5 million members, also rejected a name change. Resolutions favored study on temple erecting on government land, opposition to adult venues, and support for voluntary prayer in public schools.
In Valletta Malta film stars Lee Marvin and Roger Moore rushed to rescue director Peter Hunt when scaffolding collapsed at a large water tank during filming of Shout at the Devil Hunt, who directed Live and Let Die, was pulled from the water unharmed by Moore and Marvin.
Budget director James T. Lynn announced that the Rockefeller Commission spent 245000 dollars on its inquiry into the Central Intelligence Agency. The report details the commission’s study and findings as released this week.
North Vernon Indiana police say Richard Runyan a Boy Scout leader civil defense director and part time deputy admitted burglaries totaling about 100000 in merchandise. Loot from stores schools and a high school popcorn machine was found at his residence and a local warehouse. Runyan allegedly rewarded Scouts with watches and rings believed stolen.
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