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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1962
Page
3
United Press International reports that the first quarter of 1962 show a slowing economy with GNP near 550 billion, not enough to reach a balanced budget or reduce unemployment to four percent by mid-1963. Officials weigh heavier spending versus stricter cuts as a realistic path to fiscal balance.
The article discusses fears that both the United States and Russia are developing nerve gas capable of paralyzing a city's population for hours without killing. It notes the desire to avoid weapons that wipe out populations and hopes the dangerous arms remain unused.
British Minister of Transport ANESPO OMAPES notes drivers fear license loss more than vehicle loss. The article cites local experiments and suggests a revised warning urging careful driving. It praises government pamphlets on numerous topics.
A group aiming to purge corrupt politicians faces a hard reality as the line between noble aim and exclusion widens. The phrase mem ber's only underscores social rifts and the challenge of inclusive reform.
The page lists subscription prices for morning and Sunday editions, including annual and semiannual rates in Lubbock, Texas. It notes press affiliations with Associated Press United Press International and describes publication details and pledge. Date shown is March 27 1982.
Considerations by Bob Considine warn that H R 1927 would raise first, second, and third class postage, risking the survival of many periodicals including religious publications. Catholic Digest and See See press executives fear reduced circulation and revenue, while critics say the plan fails to fix the postal deficit.
INEZROBB reviews "African Genesis" arguing humans inherit a combative past from an angry lineage of African anthropoids. The column contrasts Darwinian views with heredity’s role and notes English Hastings centennial tensions and Civil War memories, warning time does not always heal wounds.
The piece notes unsettled ultrarightist and fringe groups within the Republican base in states like New York and California. It highlights fears they could tilt ballots, impact Rockefeller and Nixon prospects, and force party splits or strategic pacts to block or accommodate fringe factions.
Lubbock ranked third in the state for building permits this week with $132,046 in construction, and $1,006,655 for the first part of the year. Fort Worth led with $339,480, followed by Houston at $217,490.
George E. Sokolsky reports on Bernard Baruch proposing an international atomic development authority with broad control, inspection, and research duties. The piece contrasts Soviet resistance to inspection with U.S. openness, cites Baruch’s 1946 vision for peace via cooperation, and notes ongoing tensions between Khrushchev and the West amid the Geneva talks.
New York CUPT informers aided the government in reclaiming 12 million dollars in federal taxes penalties and interest during the year ended June 30 1981 Commerce Clearing House reports.
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