Home Builders Clash Over Double Contracting Bill
A Texas House vote pushed through a bill targeting double contracting after a series of The Avalanche Journal reports and a county grand jury review. State Senator Doc Blanchard introduced a companion. Blanchard’s bill awaits Senate action. The Texas Home Builders Association reversed its stance, urging passage despite prior opposition. The group warns the bill is essential to curb perceived abuses and protect the public.
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Texas
Coes
Bild
J. Parseos
Thea Avalanche Journal
Lubbock “County
Lubbock
H. J
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Parsley
Blanchard
Senate
Texas Home Builders Association
Space Firsts Rivalry Stimulates U S Russia Debate
The piece argues Russia leads in dramatic space firsts while the United States pursues key milestones. It notes Russia's 20 minute space walk timing ahead of a US two man mission and praises American firsts in moon photographs and Mars planning.
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United States
U. S
Moon
Mars
Homer E. Newell
Sdmiiniraine
National Aeronautics and S Space Administration
Uppity Voters Face Absurd Alabama Literacy Test
Satirical column details a mock literacy exam in Bull Whip Alabama aimed to exclude Black voter George Abernathy. The piece lampoons obstacles including a mounted posse state police tear gas and impossible questions from foreign texts and ancient scrolls.
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Washington
Alabama
George
Clergy Drift From Silent to Frontline Civil Rights Support
A New York City church shows a two year shift as an assistant pastor sought to join the Mississippi protests with limits, while the senior pastor led the Selma march and public statements. Prominent clergy and officials urged President Johnson to visit Selma, reflecting growing church involvement in civil rights and national outrage at the Birmingham era and the Selma tragedy.
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New York City
Mississippi
James Baldwin
Robert Kennedy
Birmingham
RFK
John Wesley Lord
Washington
Methodist Church
George M. Docherty
New York Avenue Presbyterian Church
Abraham Lincoln
Johnson
Selma
Subandrio’s Power in Indonesia Cast as Central Figure
Jakarta reports Foreign Minister Subandrio wields multiple roles from head of Indonesia’s intelligence agency to control of Antara News and foreign trade. Analysts say his influence spans government, PKI ties, and Malaysia policy, shaping Sukarno’s decisions amid anti Communist pressures.
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Indonesia
Dr. Subandrio
BPI
Antara
Adam ‘Malik
Malik
Malaysia
Sukarno
FDR
Ital
PKI
Dr. Subandro
America
Gen. Nasutian
Per Cens Cosets
D. Subandrio
Permy
CIA
Intel Agency
Dr. Subanrio
Television Station Ad Pressure In Texas Case Examined
A Texas television station tied to Lyndon Johnson’s circle faces questions over alleged advertising time pressure and rebates. The probe contends illegal pricing practices may have benefited political and business aims, with potential implications for campaign neutrality.
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Washington
Senate Rules Committee
Bobby Baker
Texas
Johnson
Lyndon Johnson
Don Reynolds
Austin
Jenkins
Reynolds
Mr. Jenkins
Insurance
Tman
Third Army Breaks German Lines Near Moselle
In wartime dispatches from March 19 1945 the Third and Seventh Armies drive toward the Moselle Rhine pocket forcing German forces to retreat. The advance signals heavy Allied success with major German collapse west of the Rhine while a Red Cross drive raises funds at Camp Hood. Local notes mention Temple G war internment and a Bethel fellowship meeting in Slaton.
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Moselle River
Moselle Rhine
Rhine
Temple
Camp Hood
International Red Cross
Viet Nam War Claims Are Examined in White Paper Context
The piece argues the White Paper’s claims about North Vietnamese intervention and Viet Cong strength are unpersuasive, noting evidence like captured U.S. materiel and VC helmets. It contends both sides desire an end to the fighting and criticizes the State Department’s indictment as inadequate.
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State Department
U.S
Airport training bids may boost Big Spring economy
Editorial notes the Air Force light plane training contract could bring 20 or more jobs with monthly payrolls up to 15000. Big Spring faces competition from Lamesa, Snyder, Midland and Colorado City for the lowest qualifying bid while county involvement is urged to secure favorable terms and prevent loss of the program.
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Air Force
Big Spring
Wapkons Et Sietents
Lamesa
Colorado
Snyder
Midland
Air Parka
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