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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1970

Page

3

Solzhenitsyn Decries Kremlin Spiritual Murders in Russia

Author Solzhenitsyn denounces what he calls spiritual murder by the Soviet regime, accusing the Kremlin of imprisoning dissenters in mental hospitals. He cites the case of geneticist Zhores Medvedev, detained without warrant, and condemns forced conformity and abuse of state power.

Kremlin Solzhenitsyn Ivan Denisovich Connecion Zhores Medvedev Soviet Union Friends of Medvedev

Astronaut Mattingly Receives Marriage License in San Antonio

Astronaut Thomas K. Mattingly II, on two weeks leave from Houston’s Manned Spacecraft Center, quietly obtained a marriage license in Bexar County naming Elizabeth Dailey of California as his bride. He was on the prime Apollo 13 crew before exposure to German measles halted that mission, with John Swigert replacing him. Mattingly, Auburn graduate and Navy officer, is among four unmarried astronauts in the program.

San Antonio Thomas K. Mattingly California Mattingly Bexar County Manned Spacecraft Center Houston Elizabeth Dailey Astronaut Office John Swigert Chicago Auburn University Astronaut Corps Swigert Harrison H. Schmitt Alfred M. Worden

Tech Grant Supports Cottonseed Research at Texas Tech

Texas Tech College of Home Economics received a $1,000 grant from Plains Coopel Mill Inc. to study cottonseed concentrate from a liquid cyclone process. Margarette L. Harden is named principal investigator. The project analyzes chemical composition and cooking qualities for human food protein use. Tests include chemical analysis and palatability in Tech laboratories.

Texas Tech College of Home Economics Plains| Coopel Mill, Inc Margarette L. Harden Department of Food and Nutrition Tech

Luncheon to feature storm alarm barometer invention

A Friday luncheon by the Consumer Credit Association will discuss a home barometer that sounds an alarm for storm conditions. Alvin Juno and Pat McVay of the Al Weather Instrument Co. will demonstrate the patented device at In Town Inn Lub- provided.

Consumer Credit Association In Town Inn Alvin Juno Pat McVay al Weather Instrument Co

Sale Ad Highlights 100 Percent Nylon and Dacron Items

A Johannesburg leaflet promotes a sale featuring ladies' nylon and Dacron items priced at a fraction of original cost. The note emphasizes dramatic discounts with phrases like 100 percent and seven cents for full sets, reflecting an aggressive clearance approach.

Johannesburg South

Coronado Grad Earns UIL First Division in Percussion

Coronado High School graduate A. W. Lehman earned a first division percussion rating at the UIL statewide eliminations in Austin, the top score in the state. Coronado students Steve Hartwell and Sheri Scott also earned high Division II ratings in percussion and French horn respectively.

A. W. Lehman Coronado High School Austin Lehman Coronado High Steve Hartwell Sheri Scott Hartwell Coronado Miss Scott Lubbock UIL Martha Anthis Kay McMenamy Bob Wade T. K. Howard Gary Gore Cheryl Smith Jeanne Winton Patty Pierce Jeanne Wirton Scott McDonald James Sudduth

Slaying Suspect Crain Receives 10-Year Sentence

Bobbie R. Crain aged 24 pleaded guilty to murder in the 1968 shooting death of a Big Spring pet shop operator. In Odessa’s 161st district court the case was heard after a change of venue and Crain was sentenced to ten years in prison.

Odessa Bobbie R. Crain Big Spring Crain 161St

Court Ruling Eyed Draft Boards Final Say On Objectors

Washington UPI Curtis Tarr directs 4,087 local draft boards to apply Supreme Court guidance on conscientious objector status. Ruling clarifies belief must develop beyond early religious training and oppose killing, not retroactive, and reopen files for new information. Lottery for next 19 year olds set for July 1.

Washington UPI Supreme Court Selective Service Curtis W. Tarr High Court Tarr

House Debates Postal Bill After Rejection of Administration Version

The House refused to take up the administration postal reform package, voting 219 to 139 against proceeding on the unions backed bill. Debate continued on wholesale postal reform and an 8 percent pay raise for mail workers, amid threat of a strike if defeated. The proposal envisions a self supporting U S Postal Service with new powers and rates subject to congressional veto.

Washington Nixon House Morris ‘K. Udall D-Ariz House Post Office Committee Udalli George Meany Afl-Cio United States U.S. Postal Service Congress Postal Service James H. Rademacher The National Association of Letter Carriers Udall Udaill Senate

False Teeth Solution Promises Firm Hold All Day

Advert shows FASTEETH denture adhesive keeps dentures secure while eating laughing or talking. Alkaline formula reportedly won t sour under dentures with no gummy taste. Buy from pharmacies to improve denture comfort and health.

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