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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1964
Page
6
Goldwater joins a minority of Republicans in opposing a civil rights debate limiting measure. He was among six Republicans of 29 senators voting last week against invoking Senate debate limits, signaling a split within the GOP on the issue.
Republican sources say Ambassador Henry Cabot Lodge will not quit his post in South Vietnam as debate grows over civil rights and policy. The article notes Lodge opposes Viet Nam involvement and race discrimination, with Kennedy offered to serve elsewhere, while Johnson plans no immediate replacement before the convention.
Goldwater laments that emotion and political pressure dominate Senate debate on a freedom preserving bill. He argues deliberation and persuasion yielded to partisan maneuvering, citing defeat of common sense amendments as evidence and noting the federal government’s responsibility remains.
Fragmentary report from Scranton outlines GOP moderates railing at Barry's stance on civil rights. The text mentions Dr Eisenhower and a supposed consultant role, plus calls for party unity and four views on the subject.
Lt Dav id White led an investigation into a youth shooting with reports stating the incident occurred around 12 04 p m Services are planned at 2 p m Saturday at Southelde Baptist Church with Rev Simpson officiating Burial follows at Restha Memorial Park under Rix Funeral Home direction Young Parrott son of Mr and Mrs W A (Bill) Parrott 1905 48th St attended Hodges School and belonged to Bat Church He resided away from Breckenridge since 1958 Parrott managed Farrs Cafeteria at 34th and Ave H Parents three brothers Wesley Lane Williams Johnny Burton Parrott Jamie Kirk Parrott and grandparents Mrs W A Parrott Abilene and Mr and Mrs Tom Pennington Breckenridge
In Washington, Senator Goldwater signals opposition to the civil rights measure as Senate leaders substitute a compromise package for the House bill. He warns federal power over private firms risks constitutional breach, while Southern lawmakers condemn the act as punitive. The debate ends with a fractured vote and a push to advance the bill toward the President.
A dispute over sign approvals escalated as the zoning board, adjustment board, and planning and zoning commission clash amid a ruling favoring a children’s home site. Details remain unclear due to fragmented wording and missing dates or locations.
City planning officials debated variance requests for two signs at a new shopping center and for three homes on Lindell and King avenues. The wider discussion covered a fetterpress print shop proposal by Harold Tennant and a C-2A zoning appeal, with rules requiring standard reconsideration before board appeal.
A reminiscence about dog tricks and warding off aggressive canines shared by Rogers. He recalls charm with a terrier that bit no one and a memory of a failed buzzard encounter in West Texas. He notes patrons’ appreciation, gifts, and a hint of a future honey do association joining with family ties and grandchildren.
Widespread storms drive families to rooftops and upper floors as waters flood streets. Motorists abandon cars and climb trees while rescue boats pluck stranded residents. Waters recede quickly and dawn reveals no fatalities or serious injuries. Police report about six inches of rain over 28 hours across Jefferson County and nearby states.
Report from the Texas Capitol notes ongoing civil rights talks and amendments as lawmakers weigh voting on key measures. Tennessee-like weather aside, the session focuses on changes to civil rights legislation amid debate over amendments and potential votes.
Testimony from Andrews ULM and others references a 545 local name petition and a dress policy at the school. School officials defend the policy while the advisory council formed in 1958 bridges citizens and the board. Superintendent Roach cites historical context and questions from the commissioner about policy impact on elementary and older students.
Roberts, a secretary, faced Army action after an impropriety claim tied to a speech he planned to deliver at the DAR convention. Bazelon noted the Army found the speech improper and ordered Roberts to retire from active duty, though he argued the move unlawful and that 18 years of service should allow 20 years to retire with pay.
Local theft reports describe a break in at a residence with tools valued at 245 dollars taken from a storeroom. An outboard motor and other valuables also disappeared, with police citing the incident on Thursday and noting suspects or specifics remain unclear.
Fragmentary OCR mentions minor wheat price shifts in Washington with stray references to Colorado. Includes unclear phrases about a dog incident and sensors in a yard. No coherent events or names establish a clear news item.
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