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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 21, 1968

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Plains Travel Still Hazard i Plains Travel Still Hazard i

A major winter storm blanketed the South Plains with up to 10 inches of snow sparking school closures and travel disruption. Lubbock and towns like Quitaque and Tahoka reported heavy accumulations while highways and air travel were hampered. The weather forecasters warned of lingering hazards but predicted a gradual warmup and improved driving conditions by nightfall.

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Cary Grant LSD claim fuels divorce case

Dyan Cannon, Cary Grant's fourth wife, testifies in Los Angeles that Grant展示 yelled and screamed during fights and was a decade-long LSD user. She argues his fitness as a father and seeks visitation rights, describing a troubled marriage and his admission of ongoing drug use.

Cary Grant Los Angeles Dyan Cannon Grant

Johnson urges 10 percent income tax surcharge and Export-Import aid

President Johnson renewed a call to Congress for a 10 percent income tax surcharge describing the dollar threat as immediate and serious. He also asked approval of 500 million in Export-Import Bank authority to finance uncovered export transactions. He warned the world’s economic fabric could be torn apart if not acted, citing a 3.5 billion trade surplus last year and urging broader bank scope to boost American exports.

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Thieu proposes 135000 more troops for Saigon crackdown

President Nguyen Van Thieu pledges to raise South Vietnam forces by 135000 to 924000 to curb corruption and boost government efficiency. The plan uses older age groups and recalled veterans under 33, with urgency stressed, as Viet Cong attacks continue near Saigon. Thieu also unveils three reform proposals and a national planning council to oversee wartime policies.

Amadateé Saigon Nguyen van Thieu South Vietnam Thieu U.S Robert F. Kennedy National Planning Council Tan Son Nhut

Rock expected to announce candidacy for GOP presidential nomination today

The report notes Rocky is anticipated to declare his run for the Republican nomination today. It appears amid other political items and national coverage in the edition.

Rocky

Gun Battle Follows Robbery in San Antonio Streets

Police chase through northern San Antonio ends with three youths subdued after a running gunfight. A teen was shot in the neck but treated and released. The youths had robbed a service station of 80 dollars before police cars joined the pursuit. The guns proved to be blank.

San Antonio UPI Robert B. Green Hospital

Prayer Devotion Reflects on Jesus Life’s Light

A devotional reader thanks God for the light of Jesus and prays that His life’s beauty enters believers' hearts through daily reflection and faith.

Jesus

Compete Today ABC Rodeo Amid Snowbound Delays

Riders endured a blizzard as the ABC Rodeo faced parade cancellation and a postponed opening performance to 8 p m. Dozens fed their mounts in near freezing conditions while crews waited. Sonny James arrived later, with spirits high despite the weather.

ABC Municipal Coliseum J. R. Dever Rodeo Pioneer Hotel Sonny James Clem McSpad

Truman backs Johnson and predicts easy reelection

Former President Harry S Truman, in Key West, praised Lyndon Johnson and warned against splits in the Democratic Party. He said Kennedy's entry helps Johnson and that Johnson will win decisively, while vacationing with his wife and daughter in the historic seaport.

Associated Press Key West Fila Harry S Truman Harry Johnson Kennedy New York Robert F. Kennedy Truman Margaret Democratic Party

Israel Attacks Guerrilla Camps on Jordan Border

Israeli forces struck guerrilla bases on the Jordan side of the east bank of the Jordan River early today. The army issued a communique saying troops moved against terrorist camps on the Jordan border with no immediate word on casualties or the specific targets.

Tel Aviv Jordan River Jordan

Spring Storm Brings Flooding and Tornado Watch to Texas

Spring arrived in Texas amid heavy rain, flooding, and a near blizzard in the South Plains. A Haltom City woman drowned in floodwaters, Brownwood evacuated residents, and a tornado watch covered East Texas from near Tyler to Monroe, Louisiana.

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Weather Map Page 6-C Lubbock Area Snow Ending Morning

Intermittent snow ends this morning with increasing clouds and a cold day ahead. High near 40 degrees, low around 20, northerly winds 10 to 20 mph. Measurable snow possible early today with maximum 44 and minimum 36. yesterday’s highs and lows near 42 and 8 respectively.

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