30 Mar 1972
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1972
Page
1
A Washington AP report surveys a sick two party system as war poverty and racial tensions persist. It notes rising independents and splinter groups, with 25 million voters shunning major parties and fears of coalition rule if major parties collapse. Page six.
The Texas Senate passed highway beautification and primary election financing bills and adopted a resolution to adjourn before Easter if the House acts quickly. They also ratified the 27th amendment, needing 38 states, and approved a bill to cut filing fees for statewide offices while directing tighter outdoor sign limits near primary highways. See Legislature Page 14.
Treasury Secretary Connally told food industry executives that meat prices should drop in the coming weeks after a two hour meeting. He cited peak wholesale prices for beef and pork and said consumer costs may ease as ranchers face lower margins.
Postmaster General E T Klassen announces the cancellation of next January’s 450 million rate increase. He orders a 90 day hiring freeze and four cost cutting steps to improve mail service, reduce costs, and avoid the rate rise. He also calls for renewed customer service focus and expanded regional postmaster authority.
Lubbock area officials announced the keynote speaker for Texas Tech University’s spring commencement. The choice highlights the university’s emphasis on industry partnerships and regional growth as graduates prepare to enter competitive careers.
The White House said Henry Kissinger will make a three day unofficial trip to Tokyo from April 15 to 18 to confer with Prime Minister Isaku Sato and officials on global topics. He will fly from Canada after meetings with Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau and President Nixon earlier in the week.
A reader asks Heavenly Father to strengthen weaknesses and overcome wickedness. The plea requests courage to pray for both enemies and friends, seeking spiritual resolve and protection.
A polar air mass sweeps Texas with snow thunder storms and possible tornadoes. The South Plains endure a pre Easter snap with cool highs in the 40s and record lows across Amarillo Lubbock Plainview and Plainview reporting freezing temps. County Agent Ollie Liner notes freeze damage may lag by three days and weather forecasters warn of windy conditions as the system passes.
United Press International reports in Harrisburg that prosecutors accuse the Harrisburg Seven of conspiring with antiwar activists to influence policy. Judge R Dixon Harris convenes jurors as 166 of 200 protesters are arrested, mostly Roman Catholic, amid pretrial tension in the trial of the seven defendants including Father Philip Berrigan.
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals ruled six sections of vagriancy law too broad and unconstitutional. The decision overturned Daniel Dean Barker of Lubbock on charges of unlawfully carrying a switchblade knife.
East meets West as Berlin wall crossings reopen with Easter pass period. West Berliners, barred since 1966, greet relatives in reunions amid cold wind and gifts. About half a million are seen crossing before the April 5 deadline as Bonn weighs treaties with Moscow and Warsaw.
President Nixon weighs a stop in Iran after a Soviet visit in May. Administration officials say a trip to Tehran is a strong possibility if invited by the Shah, though the White House has not confirmed any itinerary.
A garbled report discusses aviation incidents and price dynamics with references to executives of Safeway and others. It mentions concerns over potential crashes and price trends amid market reports and regulatory notes.
The Coliseum Board tabled a decision on renting the Municipal Auditorium for the musical Hair after a study of legal ramifications. Southeastern Productions of New York sought April 26 27 booking, with board chair Bill McAlister reporting bans in 11 cities and a near even court record. Minister opponents and a Texas Tech student urged caution as Cay Atty Fred Senter was asked to research the matter further.
Mostly cloudy and cold today with highs in the upper 40s and tonight lows in the upper 20s. North easterly winds 10 to 20 mph are expected this afternoon.
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