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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1968
Page
4
A Texas city council considered seizing and selling cars of nonpayers in a controversial move. The author argues the 1965 policy shift and legal doubts doom such action and urges restoring assessment practice while awaiting legislative changes to personal property taxes.
Henry J. Taylor argues institutions are not at fault as a girl on Broadway comments that those who commit sins will face time and a half penalties. The remark reflects social judgments and Labor costs in the era.
A quirky column riffs on Vietnam and Paris peace talks predicting a long run to 1999. Amateur Gardener tips poke fun at lawn care while a Hillbilly scene and a sick joke about insomnia appear in a lighthearted village snapshot.
In Rouen and beyond, readers see France’s drift from De Gaulle’s rule amid rising prices and taxes, stalled reforms, and limited political voice. The piece notes public weariness, the 1968 revolts, and a shift in French self image while recalling American and European contrasts.
Questions arise about legislation to create four more Monday holidays with a 1974 start, as sponsors weigh the impact on traffic accidents and injuries after long weekends. Critics say the move uproots the nation’s historic past while supporters push for extended breaks.
Marion T. Key is named by Gov. Connally to a three member Public Safety Commission, replacing Garrett Morris of Fort Worth. The appointment follows Key’s long law practice and community service in the area, with the move seen as strengthening state safety oversight amid evolving law enforcement responsibilities.
In Washington the March on Washington and Resurrection City protests drew national scrutiny as demonstrations disrupted daily life. Officials police the events at high cost, while leaders face questions about petition rights, nonviolence, and the balance between civil rights efforts and public order. Mayor Walter Washington helped conclude the occupation, with hundreds arrested, signaling a return to order despite ongoing civil rights tensions.
A Chattanooga News-Free Press guest editorial argues a joint Senate House committee proposed income tax and corporate tax hikes from April 1 and January 1 respectively, paired with six billion dollars in federal cuts. It asserts debt would still grow, noting 14 billion dollars yearly interest, and urges limiting or rolling back spending to balance the budget.
Galveston Postmaster T A Boulmay reports higher junk mail volumes after the recent rate increase. Analyzing January through April third class mailings, he notes a 25 percent rate rise and a 3.4 percent volume uptick, calling the trend revolting and seemingly pointless.
Dolly Dunn a Dresden Room waitress in Los Angeles with 25 years in food service says using a service cart to show dishes to guests creates a strong appetizing impression. The visible display often prompts orders from current diners and encourages repeat visits for new entrees and cocktails.
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