15 Jun 1971
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1971
Page
1
The 1971 Texas legislature enacted a new set of road rules to align state laws with the federal vehicle code. Effective August 2, drivers face penalties for unattended cars, fleeing police and viewing in car televisions. A $1 license fee hike accompanies the changes aimed at safety and federal highway aid.
Frank W. Sharp pleaded guilty to two minor charges in the National Bankers Life Insurance stock scandal, was fined 35000, and placed on a three year probation. He agreed to testify against others involved, with immunity negotiations handled by U S Attorney Farris and others. The deal aimed to expose officials who profited through Sharp controlled firms.
The film The City That Waits to Die warns of a quake that could kill up to 100000. Alvin Duskin funds the underground presentation to pressure a ban on skyscrapers while critics call the run a hot underground test.
The Supreme Court agrees to hear a case arising from the dismissal of an Odessa College instructor. The decision could impact educational employment and due process standards in higher education.
A field report notes 17 journalists on assignment in Cambodia remain unaccounted for. The article outlines ongoing uncertainty and possible dangers faced by reporters in the conflict zone.
Prayer fragment thanks God for Jesus promise to accept all who come to Him. Requests prayers for those who do not know Him. Amen.
The Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey five act circus arrives at the Lubbock Municipal Coliseum for four performances starting today with 2:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. shows through Wednesday. Tickets range 2.5 to 4.50 dollars and are on sale at the coliseum box office and Farrs Family Center. Animal Walk begins at Santa Fe Depot yards with the elephant parade traveling four miles per hour.
In Albuquerque on Monday, a crowd of about 200 youths and a few women sparked clashes with rock throwing and fires after a Sunday night riot. Police fired into the air as officers and National Guard troops moved in, arrests totaling over 100. Authorities blame heavy tension at Roosevelt Park and police actions on liquor enforcement.
New York AP reports two banks raised the prime lending rate prompting renewed worry over rising rates. The Dow Jones 50 index fell to 907.71 as NYSE volume edged down to 11.54 million shares. Analysts say the selloff was limited with many investors sidelined. Short-term rates have risen for some time.
North Vietnamese forces ambushed an American unit 42 miles northeast of Saigon, killing four soldiers and wounding eight, the U S Command said. In the north, B 52 bombers targeted areas around the Khe Sanh base to counter a suspected North Vietnamese buildup.
Lt. Gov. Ben Barnes age 93 announces he will run for Texas governor in 1972, postponing a U.S. Senate bid. He calls the choice personal and says new leadership is needed. Gov. Preston Smith plans a state of the state address Thursday with a potential third term comment not expected. Barnes says he could be an underdog but won’t be dismissed and cites public trust in state government and the Sharpstown case as campaign issues.
Gov Preston Smith said Lt Gov Ben Barnes faces a long race for governor after Barnes announced his bid. Smith planned a State of the State address for Thursday and indicated a fall announcement on his own term plans. He said his televised speech will cost 15 000 to 20 000 and be broadcast in major Texas cities.
A minor earthquake struck northern Honshu near Sendai for the tenth time this week. No injuries or damage were reported, according to officials.
Thunderheads rolled across the Panhandle and South Plains with varied moisture. Tornado sighting reported west of Lovington but not confirmed. Dust storms hit Lubbock and other towns as rain totals ranged from .4 to 1 inch in areas near the New Mexico border.
Fair and warm with a 20 percent chance of rain tonight and Wednesday night. Highs in the low 90s and lows in the low 60s. Light variable winds. Sunrise 6 36 am sunset 9 01 pm. Humidity highs near 87 percent and lows around 41 percent. Southwest weather city data for Abilene El Paso Dallas Denver Houston Albuquerque Hobbs and surrounding areas.
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