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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1972
Page
3
A jury sentences Croft to 99 years in prison in a landmark trial. Prosecutors lauded the verdict as justice served while defense issued plans for appeal. The lengthy sentence reflects the severity of the alleged crimes and the judge scheduled upcoming motions.
A fragmented OCR readout references a teen posting bond in a theft case and mentions law enforcement and courts in a garbled narrative. Names, dates, and locations are unreadable, yielding a partial and chaotic record of a legal matter.
Readable fragment outlines festival plans in early notes. Mentions club Po and finish festival activities, with broad aims and communal support. Further details are unclear due to damaged text.
An Odessa jury convicts a defendant of murder after a trial that revealed key evidence and testimonies. Proceedings highlighted by the judge's remarks and the state’s case, with jurors deliberating on the fate of the accused.
Justice Douglas granted a stay delaying the order to transfer former Reese Airman sergeant Michael J Shelton to Leeland as the court weighs the military enlistment contract and officer program claims. The case advances to the March conference as Shelton challenges Air Force authority and seeks release from service.
Fragmentary notices list events and meetings in Lovington with unclear dates and names. Readers see scattered phrases about places and people, but essential details are missing or garbled.
County Clerk Frank Gittess works to finalize the tally of qualified voters who signed liquor petitions in Lubbock. Officials aim to call an election with the April 5 county session needing about 10,500 to 13,000 valid signatures, representing 25 percent of the last presidential turnout.
The story recalls a tormented man banished from town living near graves until he meets Jesus. Asked his name he answers Legion, for many spirits within. Jesus commands the forces into a herd of swine which drowns, then the healed man returns to Christ and society.
Levelland officials plan a regular council session outlining variances and community concerns. The meeting will address local code provisions, business licenses, and upcoming public safety discussions as residents seek clarity on several stalled projects.
Tatum announces city elections with a two-seat race for the City Commission. Candidates include QM Payne, Geradd Seamer, and Don Land competing for the two available spots. The top two vote getters will be declared the winners. Local turnout expected at Sherman Creek precincts.
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