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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1960
Page
64
American Exchange in Chicago notes USDA data showing 603 shipments with moderate supply and stable demand. Idaho russets sell 5.50 to 5.65, bakers 6.25, utilities 4.60. Minnesota and Dakota red river valley varieties also listed with Pontiacs at 2.60 to 2.75.
Fairly general short covering steadied grain futures Thursday with a few contracts up fractions of a cent. Reports of heavy snowfall and cold weather boosted demand while snowed highways may hinder movement to markets and feeding.
Texas teachers poll lawmakers on a pay raise and Hale Aikin program funding. A clear majority in the House would vote for the raise if financed soundly, while Senate members show mixed support. Governors offer possible special session or emergency proposal.
Gallup Poll shows a growing share of Americans view military defenses as the nation's No 1 problem with missile lag and preparedness cited alongside domestic issues. The shift coincides with Washington debates and a slight Democratic swing in perceived ability to handle top problems.
Texas Tech's ROTC rifle team earned fourth place among 35 teams from the Southwest and will represent the Fourth U S Army in nationwide small-bore matches this month. Capt Cavazos noted Tech outpointed rivals including Texas A M Texas Christian Arkansas Rice and the University of Texas with team members Ward Starnes McCluer Range Brown Kotter Alford Coggins Kirby Marsh and others.
Joe H. Stanley owner of Hygela Ozarka Water Co. was elected president of the Texas Bottled Water Assn at a state convention in Houston attended by 170 persons. He gave the keynote speech at a joint meeting with the American Bottled Water Assn and served as arrangements committee chair for the meeting and trade show.
Prices paid delivered in Chicago show wholesale selling prices unchanged with slight variations across dairy and eggs. Butter and egg quotes remain steady with minor regional adjustments while grains and other commodities display marginal gains in late year trading.
M Harp of 203 Rice was admitted to West Texas Hospital for facial lacerations after a two truck crash 2.2 miles north of Lubbock on U.S. 87 around 4 p.m. Thursday. Jasper Claude Crow of Amarillo, driving a pickup, rear collided while Crow reportedly struggled to gain traction from the shoulder. A southbound car swerved to avoid the wreck. Patrolmen Tech Court and E B McKnight said Harp did not see the other truck in time.
Police report a daytime break in at 5203 8th St where T H Roth says the entry occurred between 3 15 and 4 55 p m Thursday. Items stolen include a 50 necklace 15 cash and about 12 beverages. A separate break in at Westerner Drive in Levelland Highway involved a sack containing 25 90. Other losses include a 20 miniature radio from Rogers Radio and TV and an 85 tachometer from Carl C Burrs pickup. Minor incidents include cigarettes 10 cartons and a stolen billfold. Windshield damage from a snowball hit at a car on 55th St. damaged $90.
The Private Motorists Protective Association is seeking solutions to Dublin Ireland's parking problem, aiming to ease street congestion and improve mobility for residents and visitors. Members discuss proposals and advocacy channels to influence city policy.
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