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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1964

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Reds claim U.S. jet shot down by Union fighter over East Germany

A Union fighter reportedly shot down an American reconnaissance bomber over East Germany Tuesday. Three crewmen believed safe, with one nurse saying two were located and one slightly injured. The U.S. demanded return of the men and wreckage. the Soviet note warned NATO planes carry nuclear weapons and vowed to shoot down incursions.

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Bonus 140000 Acre Cotton Increase Affects South Plains

The South Plains area gains more than 140000 acres for cotton planting under the acreage release and reapportionment program. The extra land boosts total planting rights to about 2.22 million acres nationwide. Officials say the change could lift gross income if normal production resumes, with area yields contributing to state and regional totals.

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Cyprus Crisis Deepens as Turkish Forces Move Toward Nicosia

Turkish troops advance toward Nicosia signaling possible intervention as Greek Cypriots push to erase the Green Line truce zone. Soviet destroyers transit the Bosporus while U S Sixth Fleet sails from Istanbul. Britain seeks a UN peace force as Thant reports progress toward a multinational force within 24 hours.

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Check drive crackdown yields largest set of misdemeanor pleas

County records show 135 defendants named in Tuesday and Wednesday complaints as Fred West announces a new policy to crack down on check violations. Fifty nine additional complaints prepared for filing, with Mrs Curtis and Dr Kennedy among those who pleaded guilty. Curtis has prior misdemeanor check convictions. President Johnson to attend King Paul of Greece Requiem Mass at St Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral.

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Wife On Jury Loss of Job Blessing For Dallas Man

Deesel F McCollum, a 12 year machinist, lost his job after his wife Mildred joined the Dallas jury panel for the Jack Ruby trial. With five children at home, he became caretaker, cook, and sole breadwinner while she served at the Records Building during the Ruby case.

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Enyvoy Campaigners Plan Texas Primary Slate

New York reports Robert M Mullen says Lodge supporters will focus on the Texas primary May 2 and Oregon May 15 with Lodge on the ballot alongside four GOP hopefuls including Goldwater Rockefeller Smith and Staensen. Scranton requests withdrawal and Romney's status is unclear as California is deemed a waste of effort.

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Teen-Ager Helps Father at Home Across the Country

A short feature notes a daughter who assists her father with chores like dishes, framed as a relatable family moment. Mentions pages and sections in the issue, including sports highlights and market reports.

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First Inaugural Prayer

A historic plea invoking Almighty God to guide the United States to protection and unity. The text urges citizens to submit to government, foster brotherly affection, and love for fellow citizens.

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Trial on Oswald killer Ruby moves fast as defense rests

The defense rested at Jack Ruby murder trial with the state presenting psychiatric experts who testified Ruby was sane when he killed Lee Harvey Oswald. The rapid pace saw rebuttals and questions on Ruby's mental state as the case neared potential end this week.

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PayRaise Bill Sparks House Debate Amid Vague Promises

Lawmakers debate a bill to raise federal pay by about 1 to 2 percent for all employees including senators and Cabinet officials. Analysts note the bill would lift top pay scales and could boost morale among administrators while critics warn of rising government costs. The measure faces uncertain support as leaders weigh political risk against potential public backlash.

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Floods Ravage Six States Leaving Thousands Homeless

The disaster stretches from Pennsylvania to Missouri as floodwaters from the Susquehanna and other rivers force about 10,200 people to flee their homes. Nine deaths are blamed on high water across Ohio Indiana and Kentucky while Red Cross emergency headquarters are set up in Cincinnati. Damaged towns suffer industrial and agricultural losses as Army Engineers monitor 28 fixed control reservoirs.

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Weather Map Forecast With Mixed Readability

Weather map report indicates mostly fair conditions with warming temperatures. Southwesterly winds increase to around 20 mph in the afternoon, with high temperatures reaching the mid to upper range for the region.

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