27 Jun 1972
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1972
Page
1
President Nixon on Monday lifted all meat import quotas to dampen surging costs while ruling out a general food price freeze. Officials said no immediate supermarket price drops are expected, but farm product controls may remain for some items. The move targets wholesale price spikes and aims to prevent increases in costs of meat and other imports.
Reading fragment from the Lubbock area page hints at market finance topics. Mentions Mulberry and Paget, with reference to temporary unity among common market letters. Text is garbled but indicates a financial or market overview on Page 13.
Officials today closed the 50th Street area due to ongoing activities. Developers in the region are a major part of the plan, affecting access and local traffic decisions.
In a deadlocked session the Senate wrestled with a 4.1 billion dollar state budget aimed at avoiding new taxes as McKee led a prolonged filibuster. The 19-10 vote to curb stalling foiled quick passage, with legislators eyeing a special session to complete appropriations for mentally ill and retarded programs.
A reader expresses thanks for blessings and fullness in Christ’s name in Goa, stating that true love between two people comes only through Jesus Christ and ending with Amen.
Pride will headline the 55th Panhandle South Plains Fair with four shows including the top box office draw Charley Pride. Lennis Baker announced the lineup featuring the Pridesmen Johnny Duncan Alex Houston Elmer and The North Door Singers and gospel acts later in the week. An all star Mexican show is planned for Thursday as talks continue.
US aid promised to ease the high water crisis as rivers swell and flood damage expands. The death toll reaches 123 in a multi state flood, with federal appropriations totaling $1.172 million to fund reconnaissance studies on water imports and lower Mississippi resources, while drinking supplies remain scarce and towns rush in relief supplies.
Dry south winds push Lubbock temperatures past 100 degrees with a 101 high and records in reach. The NWS forecast calls for near 100s today and mid 60s tonight. Hot spell expected to resume Wednesday with fair skies and 5 to 15 mph winds. Other Texas hotspots include Wichita Falls 110 and Midland 103.
In Miami Beach the platform committee rejected Alabama Governor George Wallace supporters' push for a constitutional amendment to outlaw busing for racial balance. The adopted plank endorses busing as one method for achieving racial balance while still allowing other approaches. The debate drew over 30 speakers as a minority report threat looms for the full convention.
A July 1970 Lubbock case seeks tips via the Secret Witness program offering a $6,000 reward. The victim Prim died after a small caliber shooting, and authorities urge informants to come forward while keeping their identities confidential. The Avalanche-Journal reports cooperation with the district attorney's office to pursue the unsolved killing.
McGovern asserted gains with black delegates while rivals questioned the claim as he bent toward two blocs vital for first ballot victory. In Texas, Raymond Williams resigned as Dallas Vending Commission chair to avoid criticism, while Williams' endorsed Smith faced doubt over securing the necessary delegate votes.
The Weather Map page reports fair hot afternoons with highs near 100 degrees today and Wednesday. Overnight lows around the 60s. Winds are mainly west to southwest at 10 to 20 mph today and variable at times.
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