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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1962

Page

4

Vast Throng Hears JFK In California Speech

A large California crowd welcomed President Kennedy at Vandenberg and Alameda as he toured military bases and universities. He received an ovation at a stadium ceremony and viewed Titan and Minutemen missiles, while protests over nuclear tests and U S policy occurred nearby.

JFK California Alanmeda Oa Tand Berkeley Alameda Navy Air Station Kennedy Harvard University House U.S Cuba IFK Edward W. Strong Lee Robert McNamara Thomas Carroll George Washington University Minutemen Palm Springs Frank Bogert Secret Service Crosby Silver Spur Ranch Dwight D. Eisenhower First Fours P.O. Brock

English horse trainer teaches Ben Hur pace to learn

Arskine St. of Thetford and Glenn Randall faced a unique challenge while preparing 73 horses for the film Bon Hur. The MGM crew hired Randall to train horses for the chariot race after buying bloodfed animals in Yugoslavia. They learned different languages and started from scratch.

Rt. 2 Lubbock St. Mary's Hospital U. S Arskine St. Police Mary B Yugoslavia Randall C. Hogan E. Randall Asherland Gering Neb Glenn Randall American Business Club Lubbock Municipal Coliseum Corky

Argentine political crisis and Frondizi cabinet formation

Reports say after a meeting of military chiefs with Aramburu a new Argentine government was formed and Frondizi was urged to form a coalition government or resign. Aramburu’s support aided the cabinet, while Frondizi sought broad political experts to lift the ban on Peronist activity.

Aramburu Peri Frondizi Miburwsi Frontizi Awhitt Besary Consulta Aramhura Argentis Peron

Gridiron Show Draws Sellout Crowd and Politicians

A crowd of about 200 is expected at Chi’s third annual Gridiron Show at the West Texas Country Club tonight. Attendees include Wilson Carr Formby and other area political figures with proceeds aiding Texas Tech journalism scholarships.

Chi 1Orest Country Club Uests Wilson, Carr Drews May S J Texas ‘Tech Pob Nash Joe Riordan Dorrance Guy Everett George Fred Stockdale Eh Purr Mal Ark Thy Fisher the Avalanche

Spelling Bee details span multiple counties and schools

The piece notes the Williams family relocating to Littlefield and recalls Linda Williams's spelling success in Anderson County Tennessee. It lists participants from Meadow, Brownfield, Lubbock, and other area schools, with judges and county superintendents directing the regional spelling bee efforts.

Avalanche Journal Spelling Bee Williams Littlefield Andersonville Andeson Tenn Linda Norris Anderson County He Feldman Oak Edge Temb County July West Shirley Arbuckle Adan Debbie Tambers Hinds Amherst St Byars Tobby “Adams Ante Rawght Spring C Roy Stevens Pat Boone Jr Linda Kincannon Roosevelt Lyn Ann Sinckt Shallowater Jimmy Preston Debbie Aie Field Leaver Lubbock Peggy Fisher Christ the King School Mary Sue Frisbie Sam Owen Lubbock County Bee Poy Boyd Nell Marie Wiley Monterey High School Brownfield G. Brownlee Ferry County

Argentina Still Splits Over Peron as Economic Woes Grow

In Buenos Aires sentiment colorfully recalls Peron era while today’s austerity raises costs for staples and meals. Many Argentines, while frustrated, seek Peron’s return from Madrid, arguing his worker‑friendly programs still echo in memory despite past dictatorship labels.

Buenos Aires Argentina Juan Domingo Peron Peron Juan Peron South America Madrid Spain

National Anthem Singings Stir Debate Across Arrangements

Washington observers critique several Star Spangled Banner adaptations by bands and arrangers. Critics note rhythmic drags and fugue like counterpoint while others praise stirring brass offerings. The debate includes Broyhill push for an official version and Army band performances amid copyright questions and audience reactions.

Dick West Painliner Washington UPI Ruddie Pert Vie Broyhill U.S. Army Neta Congress Tilly America TJ Luton Baltimore Francis Scott Key Instru

Judge Denies Habeas Corpus Petitions In Child Custody Case

Judge Howard C. Davison in the 99th District Court rejected the writ of habeas corpus petition filed by Mr and Mrs Arthur James Bernard to regain custody of their three minor children from Lila Hagins supervisor of the City-County Child Welfare Unit. The children ages five and two were previously placed with the agency after a hearing in the 40th District Court on August 8. The petition was heard March 5 in Lubbock County Bar Association proceedings. The bar association luncheon and meeting details are also noted.

Howard C. Davison 99Th District Court Arthur James Bernard Lila Hagins Chile Welfare Unit 40Th di Court

Birth announcements from Reese, West Texas hospitals amidst mess

Second Lt and Mrs Arthur D Kerr report the birth of a daughter at 1 p.m. Thursday in Reese Air Force Hospital. Other families announce births including sons weighing varied amounts at West Texas hospitals, with fathers listed as military personnel, students, or local workers.

Arthur D. Kerr Charles Lester Wright Jr West ‘Texas Hospital Antherean Exes and Mix Donald Ray Dagiey Sia Thurvaay In West Teses Hospital C.H. May Jr Lubbock Weishing Texas Texas Tech Genaro Randa Rt. 2 Moss-Corum Tint Cleaner Co Ivory Boys Ag Biel Adgushier Uaut Anbheek Cotton “Oil Co AZC Mra Sammie R. Houchin Reese Air Force

Granite stones toppled at Rosedale Memorial Park

In Linden New Jersey 1500 tombstones were knocked down or damaged at Rosedale Memorial Park during Thursday night’s incident. The cost to repair is estimated at 45300. Police noted mysterious threats from a caller identifying as Lt Schaefer of an extremist group and linked arson at lumber yards to the period of unrest.

Schaefer

Bear Ejected From Capsule At Supersonic Speed

At Edwards Air Force Base a bear strapped in a capsule was ejected from a 158 flight at 870 mph from 15,000 feet. The bear and capsule parachuted to safety after 7 minutes 49 seconds, marking the first living test subject ejected at supersonic speed.

Edwards Air Force Base Calif Air Force Murray

French Algerian clash in Bab El Oued escalates to near civil war

Fighting around Bab El Oued tightens as tanks occupy streets and infantry sweep for rebels. European settlers back violence using mortars and rifles while French air strikes and tear gas target dense apartment blocks. De Gaulle condemns opposition and prepares to maintain cease-fire terms with Evian nationalists.

Page One Bab el Oued Vse Smilar Ing de Gaulle Paris Louis Terrenoire Terrenoire T Ss Mostem Evian Algeria Terren Christian Fouchet Itn

ABC Rodeo Night Contests Spark Small-Town Pageantry

Don Mayo Grinelle and Towa placed high as McCravey won the opening go round with Georg second. Ronnie Rossen and Bob Swain tied for third while Colorado Cowboy tops Clifton Smith Tell won calf roping at 8.9 seconds with Sonny Davis and Neil Love tied at 12.7. Jim Wise led saddle bronc and Rymer and Reynolds split steer wrestling 8.1. Peak repeated as high bull, Jim Shoulders holds five all around titles. Francis Glenwinkel set a Globe low. Sherry Combs leads season money. final show at 8 pm determines go-round survivors and six event champions with Jay Sisler and Ben Hur act performances.

Page One Don Mayo Grinelle Towa McCravey Georg Ronnie Rossen Broadus Mont Bob Swain Arlington Ore Colorado Cowboy Clifton Smith Tell Sonny Davis Kenna Neil Love Lavington Nlm Jim Wise Grover Colo Joe Chase Sentinel Butt Rymer Reynolds Peak Jim Shoulders Henryetta Shoulders Indie Conna Francis Glenwinkel Midland Globe Ariz Sherry Combs Checotah Okti Boots Tucker Elkhart Kan Jwas Combs Jay Sisler Dows Ben Hur

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