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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 22, 1965

Page

4

Scooter Patrols Move In On New York Parks

In New York five cheap police scooters are deployed in parks. Deputy inspector Jo hannes F. Spreen says the scooters gain instant access to steep hills and rough terrain. One scooter covers six times the ground of a foot patrol and can reach up to 60 mph speeding through Central Park and Prospect Park.

Raleigh Allsbrook New York Johannes F. Spreen The Spreen Asetral Park Central Park Ini Mansyochattan Brooklyn

Coin Shortage Prompted By Shrinking Silver Supplies

Washington lawmakers warned that shrinking silver stocks threaten U S coin supplies and urged Treasury action. Representative Dante B urged timely Treasury recommendations as a report on the situation was delayed.

Washington AlFascell D-Fia Conaneesio House Monetary Affairs Congress U.S Treasury Eat Mite Treasury Dante B

Strong Wind Sparks Fire Devastating Cleburne Block

A fierce day fire in Cleburne destroyed Ed Wiggins grocery Good Will Industries cafe and heavily damaged South Main Street block. Firemen from seven Johnson County towns battled the flames for an hour as strong south wind fanned the blaze. Two firefighters were overcome by smoke and power lines fell near Market Square. Total building damage about 60 000 with contents losses between 10 000 and 150 000.

Cleburne Noth Texas Ed Wiggins Good Wil Industries Pathen

There are coins in Congress decision on new coin alloy

The report notes a congressional decision regarding whether a new coin alloy will be adopted. It mentions Griggs stores offering related items like lamps and walls, with the implication of coins or metal material possibly linked to shop stock.

Griggs

Griggs Furniture Celebrates 35 Years Of Service

Griggs Furniture marks 35 years as a pioneer in room lighting and home goods on the South Plains. With 18,000 square feet across three floors, the store highlights payments options, a wide Philco appliance selection, and a broad range of furniture and accessories aimed at keeping old customers and attracting new ones. Patterson and Wanda Beaver are cited for credit and financing, and the ad promises deals as low as 599 dollars while emphasizing the broadest selection in Lubbock.

Griggs Griggs Furniture Compang’s 13Th St Texas Ave Bill Griggs South Plains Philco West Texas

Maugham Still Enjoys Liquor Cigarettes At 91

London reports that author W Somerset Maugham aged ninety one still drinks dry martinis and champagne and smokes about fifty cigarettes a day. Lord Boothby said Maugham has recovered from a serious illness and plans a round the world cruise next November. Radar Station Damaged in Iceland Fire hits a northeast coast radar station of the Icelandic defense force. Several men suffer burns.

London Somerset Maugham London Evening? Standard Lord Boothby Maugham Boothby Reykjavik Iceland UPI Icelandic Defense Force

Southwest Fashions Go On Display Today

Dallas reports summer fashions from the Southwest will go on display today for fashion reporters from around the region. The event showcases regional textiles and design, highlighting upcoming seasonal trends and materials.

Dallas APD Southwest

Connally Tours Ranch and Dallas to Back Teacher Pay Rise

Gov. John Connally visited a ranch south of San Antonio and Dallas to promote his plan to raise teacher salaries. He urged local districts to share the cost, spoke in Amarillo, then met reporters in Dallas. The trip coincided with a Texas fashion show featuring garments from ponchos to hats.

Floresville Tex UPI John Connally Aeig San Antonio Dallas Amarillo Texas Connally Texas Instruments Richardson National Press Graduate Re

Texas governor touts higher education, school pay plan

Connally told legislators in Dallas a visit to the Southwest Research Center illustrated excellence in Texas higher education. He said his proposal would raise teaching salaries and require local districts to contribute more to public schools, expressing confidence public support will grow once all facts are known.

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President Johnson recalls shoe shining days in Texas

In Johnson City Texas President Johnson said he once shined shoes in a barber shop at age nine. He recalled a man who gave him a quarter for shines, and later joked a congressman would shine his shoes in return when introduced on a visiting line.

Johnson City Tex UPD Johnson Seagate

Margaret Reported Better From Virus in Uganda Return

The report notes Margaret is improving from a virus while the couple’s plans unfold in Uganda. They are slated to return to London on Tuesday.

Matt Bette Lord Snowdon Uganda London

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