Lubbock Avalanche-Journal May 7 197
Early 1970s Lubbock morning edition page lists staff roles including managing editor Robert McVay and page editor William McIntosh. The OCR shows advertising and wire service credits to Associated Press and United Press International with Kansas Texas focus.
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Lubbock Texas
National
Texas Daily Prent League
Dallas
Texas
United Press Internativa
Robert
R. Norris
J.C. Rickman
Jay Harris
Bonness
Carl N. Cannon Davide
KNAPP
Robert C McVay
William E. McIntosh
Lubbock
Mr FBI Nominee Debate Echoes Hoover Legacy
An editorial debated whether the FBI should appoint an insider as permanent director. Proponents cite Ruckelshaus and a non political, experienced enforcement leader, while risks include agency jealousy and Hoover’s unique prestige. The piece notes difficulty in finding a candidate who commands Hoover’s respect and Senate confirmation.
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FBI
Nixon
William D. Ruckelshaus
Environmental Protection Agency
Capitol Hill
L. Patrick Gary III
Senate Judiciary Committee
J. Edgar Hoover
Hoover
Gray
Senate
Lubbock Forms Humane Society to Aid Animals
The newly activated Lubbock Humane Society aims to reduce stray animal problems and improve the city pound. It seeks public education on responsible pet ownership and hopes to establish a shelter, with contact at 744-8212 for those wishing to join.
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Lubbock
Avalanche-Journal
Humane Society
Richardson as Nixon’s viable 1976 presidential hopeful
Washington reports Elliot Richardson emerges as a potential Republican candidate to lead a post Watergate reconciled administration. The 32 year old former Defense Secretary and HEW official is praised for hard nosed efficiency, integrity, and loyalty to Nixon.
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Washington
Elliot Richardson
Sou
Richardson
Spiro Agnew
John Connally
Boston
HEW
Upswing For Jobs Among Recent Graduates
Guest editorial notes a rising labor market for 1970 and 1971 graduates. The National Consumer Finance Association cites 93 percent employed, with 60 percent hired directly from campus. Service industries dominate hiring at 59 percent. manufacturers at 10 percent. many found work within four weeks.
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National Consumer Finance Association
Tulsa Tribune
Equitable Rates At Turn Of Century Aging Gender Gap
The U S Census Bureau notes shifts in ages 65 and older with 72 men per 100 women now. About 40 percent of older women are widows and life expectancy favors women due to stress on men. The piece hints Women’s Lib seeks more equal stress and possibly death rate equity.
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U. S. Census Bureau
Oklahoma City
Oklahoman
Nixon purge sparks mixed reactions inside GOP
Rowland Evans and Robert Novak report that President Nixon’s slow staff purge after Watergate draws mixed feelings in the Republican Party. Top power centers show little enthusiasm for the changes, viewing the shakeup as only an adequate start while insiders resist the reshaping of influence.
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Washington
Nixon
White House
Republican Party
Sen
Barry Goldwater
Melvin R. Laird
Hugh Scott
Pennsylvania
Senate
Richardson
Nixon Faces GOP Pressure and Watergate Fallout
The White House faces Republican criticism over Nixon’s handling of key appointments Elliot Richardson as Attorney General and William Ruckelshaus at the FBI. Reports cite a secret White House tunnel, a pearl-handled revolver in the cabinet, and looming tax hikes as part of a tense political moment shaping public trust and policy.
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Richardson
Richard Nixon
Massachusetts
Teddy Kennedy
Secret Service
George Meany
Peter J. Brennan
Secretary of Labor
Washington
Herbert Stein
Mr. Nixon
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Senate
FBI
Indiana
Clean
L. Patrick Gray III
Nixon
Laird
Goldwater
Bryce Harlow
Scott
Gerald Ford
Michigan
House
Ford
Noted High School Player Impresses Minnesota Coach
Don Riley quotes a high school player who tells Minnesota Football Coach Cal Stoll his grades are poor but he would love to play for Minnesota. When asked for his IQ the student replies perfect 20-20. The remark appears in the St. Paul Pioneer Press.
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Minnesota
Cal Stoll
Cal
Don Riley
St. Paul Pioneer Press
Connally’s Party Switch Seen Amid Watergate Fallout
Jay Harris surveys the political climate as John Connally weighs a Republican shift amid Watergate fallout. He notes Connally’s skill and potential roles, the impact on Nixon’s standing, and how the economy and pockets shape voter memory. The column reflects on press scrutiny, governance resilience, and future political dynamics.
Pass It On and Other Bizarre Claims from a Column
L. M. Boyd presents a miscellany of oddities from mid century press. A Poland market pill claims to cure rainy day blues while Krakow researchers cite atmospheric effects on mood. Separate note mocks wool production science and quotes Proverbs about a beautiful but dumb woman.
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Poland
Krakow School of Medicine
Old Solomon
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