Oil Firms May Be Indicted In Embargo Probe
Investigators debate pursuing criminal indictments of oil companies tied to profiteering during the Arab oil embargo. Customs urges criminal prosecutions while FEAs administrative path is argued, with Justice reportedly leaning to Customs. Jacksonville case cited as the only grand jury stage so far.
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Jacksonville
Fla
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North Vietnam closes on Saigon as Da Nang falls
North Vietnamese forces surged toward Saigon's central coast after capturing Da Nang. U.S. evacuees from Da Nang halted by shelling. refugees number in the millions as the government faces collapse. President Ford urged continued evacuation while Saigon officials blame Thieu for the rout.
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Schools Reopen Today After Easter Holiday
Lubbock public school students return to classes today after a week of freedom from the classrooms. All classes start at regular times. Lubbock Christian College and Texas Tech University students are not required to return until Tuesday, with classes beginning at their usual times. Spokesmen say students are off today to avoid travel on Easter Sunday.
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Tax Reform Proposals Opposed By VAUGHN HENDRIE
AVA LAWYERFRED SENTER ex i would lead a delegation to appraisal offices supervised by LUBBOCK officials to testify against tax reform proposed by Rep Wayne Peveto. The targets are countywide assessments and fairness in taxation if the bill passes the state comptroller.
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Absentee Voting Opens on Solons Pay Hike Issue
Avalanche Journal reports absentee voting starts Wednesday for a pay raise measure for Texas state legislators. The piece cites a long history of residents denying the hike since 1960 and notes the South Plains area residents will decide April percent and details.
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Sam Attlesey
Avalanche-Journal
South Plains
Car License Deadline Draws Near
Lubbock readers hear of state tax and license issues as voters prepare for absentee voting. Brooks warns the Peveto bill could shift tax power to the state and affect school financing, with many representatives supporting it. The upcoming special election and tax reform plan raise concerns about local control and retirement benefits. Absentee voting runs until April 18.
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Prayer Reflection Forgives and Guides Us Toward Righteous Living
A reader offers a morning devotional prayer asking forgiveness for spite hate and jealousy and seeking God s guidance to live closer to His expectations. The prayer emphasizes humility and spiritual growth.
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Father
Lubbock Man Slain In New Execution Style Killing
A Lubbock man Miguel Hernandez 34 was found dead alongside FM 1294 near North University Avenue with evidence of an execution style shooting. Deputy Sheriff Jack Mitchell said a driver license on the body listed a Lubbock address and the body was found about 8 45 pm by a passing motorist. The investigation continues as authorities review tire tracks and location details.
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Avalanche Journal
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Area Car Crash Kills Three In Texas
Three men died when a car overturned after pulling onto the roadside. Victims identified as Robert James Mincieta, 21, Olegario D. Romero Jr., 19, and Carlos Lopez, 50, all of Pos. Investigators said driver Mindieta lost control on FM 211 causing the car to roll four times. For weather, the Lone Star State saw cooler Easter Sunday with clear skies and a 56 degree high on the Gulf Coast.
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Home Gardening Series Begins on Page Five
Allan A. Swenson author of The Inflation Fighter's Victory Garden outlines planning plotting and growing a small vegetable garden in the new Home Gardening series starting today on Page 5 Section A of The Avalanche Journal.
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Avalanche-Journal
Allan A. Swenson
Loan Deposits Rise in Lubbock 1974
Savings and loan deposits in Lubbock during 1974 totaled more than 228.6 million dollars, up from 200.6 million the previous year, reflecting growth in local savings institutions.
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Lubbock
Eleven Die in Hamilton House Shooting
Hamilton Ohio police say eleven people including seven children were shot to death in a residence Sunday night. Investigators are examining the scene as the investigation continues.
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Hamilton, Ohio
Hamilton
Smoking restrictions gain ground in Texas amid public places debate
Avalanche Journal reports moves to curb smoking for non-smokers gain momentum in Texas. Legislation proposes a $200 fine for lighting up in public spaces such as schools and theaters while businesses test non smoking sections and rooms to meet public demand.
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Avalanche- Journal
Texas
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House
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Houston
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