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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1971
Page
14
A column argues about Ohio legislators considering a $25000 appropriation for a capitol prayer room and questions whether such a space would be used for guidance or forgiveness. It recalls presidents and the Vietnam debate while praising diverse leaders in the Honor America Day committee and urging national unity and patriotism.
Allen Washington reports Administration officials clash over public end the war timing. Proposals for a fixed withdrawal date raise fears of Viet Cong threats disrupting South Vietnamese elections and complicating military strategy. Leaders differ on pace with Laird urging rapid pullout and Kissinger favoring retained units until after the rains.
Billy Graham discusses why teens are restless noting they will soon be the majority with strong purchasing and social power. He cites affluence independence and a desire to experience life now as factors and concludes youth are responsive to the Gospel as they seek peace with God.
Bennett Cerf recalls Hoagy Carmichael at Pebble Beach failing to celebrate a hole in one by using another ball and a nod that he had the idea. William Zinsser muses on Hershey Chocolate Co sponsoring non candy products, joking about Lasagna Avenue in Hershey. A parrot shop ad prompt prompts a joke about parrots losing tails and a bowlegged cowboy jokes about his army physical.
The editorial notes the Soviet Union’s shift toward aviation and truck manufacturing. It highlights at Paris Air Show the TU-144 and MIL-12 and IL-76 ambitions, plus a Mack Trucks accord to build a massive Soviet factory for 150,000 trucks annually. It contrasts vehicle densities and hints at broader Western economic implications.
Rep Al Ullman proposes H R 6004 to replace guaranteed income with work oriented welfare. It would add 5000 Labor Dept staff to assess employability, cut on welfare for those deemed able, offer job training, and fund child care with an optional monthly expense allowance up to 60 dollars. The plan risks federal intrusion into private lives and faces civil liberty objections. The U S Chamber of Commerce endorses it as a hopeful reform despite caveats.
Harvard researchers headed by David Armor present a survey of Boston area citizens on technology and its impact. The study finds most people see more good than harm from tech, with benefits favoring businessmen and scientists, while only a minority expect space program payoffs for the average worker. many fear overdependence on machines and rising costs for pollution control.
In a teen advice forum, readers discuss disguising tall shoulders with neckline choices and sleeves. A second letter questions loyalty as an 18 year old faces a fiancée and an ex. the adviser urges honesty and thoughtful decisions rather than rushing marriage.
The page lists the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal publication schedule and staff notes dated Friday Evening June 25 1971. It mentions the Daily Press League in Dallas and identifies Parker F Prouty as president and Baker and Publisher as key figures in the organization.
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