20 Jun 1972
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1972
Page
1
Bullock, a declared supporter of Gov. Preston ith, criticized Barnes in written statements and in discussion about the primary campaign. Aidén of Beith hired Bullock as chief legal aide and later appointed him to the role.
Striking pilots halted overseas air travel on Monday as the United Nations Security Council debated piracy demands. Domestic U S flights continued, while IFALPA warned of more strikes if no international solution is set.
North Vietnamese counteroffensive is challenged as Saigon announces a three month push to retake lost areas in central and southern Vietnam. U S air strikes hit defense sites in North Vietnam while reports indicate heavy fighting near Highway 13 north of Saigon and several South Vietnamese helicopters shot down.
Early city session outlines a plan to establish a frame for a new charter. The council aims to set rules and powers for local governance. Officials urge careful study and public input before final approval.
A reader’s fragment expresses religious reflection with a plea for God’s will over personal desire and a closing Amen. The lines convey humble supplication and a focus on spiritual guidance beyond self.
Forecasters predict a weak front may bring possible showers and cooler air to the South Plains with a 20 percent thunderstorm chance today and Wednesday. Despite heat topping century marks in places, the region failed to reach record highs and humidity remained low.
Attendance at the 80th ASEE annual conference in Texas surged toward more than 3000 delegates after opening day. Dr. John R. Bradford led host duties as workshops and tours on energy conversion and aerospace engineering filled the schedule. A Texas barbecue at the ranch headquarters capped day one before today’s plenary on Engineering Involvement.
District Judge L D Ratliff denied Roaring Springs school board president Thacker a temporary injunction to block consolidation of Matador Roaring Springs and another district. Motions to appeal were announced by Roaring Springs board members. The Motley County move aims to create independent school districts after the vote to consolidate three districts. ASEE board meeting highlighted National Priorities in Engineering Education at Municipal Auditorium.
Indian potter Rose Gonzales of Mondi dazzled a Texas Tech museum crowd during a noon demonstration. Gerry Burton notes the master potter mixed water and clay like a breadmaker, asking silence as she shaped ancient pottery on page six.
Dawson County Sheriff Guy Kinnison urged area farmers to watch for signs of a burial on their land as authorities consider a county wide search for Linda Delgado 18 missing since June 3 from Lamesa. Helicopter search eyed but weather seen as hindrance. Delgado reported missing June 5 after rising tides and floods damaged homes near Lamesa.
Tropical storm Agnes battered Apalachicola to St Marks with 80 mph winds and heavy rain. Five deaths in Florida with more than 100 injured, while Cuba reported seven deaths. Flooded streets, damaged homes, and airport losses topped $10 million in Brevard County and $2 million on Merritt Island.
A Monday panel revising civic center sign rules discussed broadening limits city wide. Business owners urged stronger restrictions elsewhere while others warned current proposals could outlaw free standing signs and misapply on nearby properties. The study group met at City Hall with hearings planned at Memorial Center and urban equalization board sessions set for 1972.
The board will hear cases involving business and personal property from today through Wednesday. Readings include disputed ownership and liens, with sessions open to the public and noted officials present.
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