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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1973

Page

6

Posted Prices On Meat Pay Little Attention

The piece reports mixed shopper awareness of price ceilings for meat across several cities. Philadelphia and Dallas shoppers show limited understanding and confidence in spotting violations, while Milwaukee and Boston respondents display varied recognition. Some residents say they wrote to lawmakers, others note belt-tight enforcement and confusion in memorizing or checking prices.

Philadelphia Milwaukee Boston Hive

Solons Back Insurance Rating Bill In Texas

Governor Briscoe supports a bill to regulate automobile insurance rates aiming to prevent unfair pricing. The measure, still pending final Senate action, would require boards to approve premium decreases while safeguarding solvency and policyholder consent. An amendment proposal on gender based rates was tabled as impractical by Rep. Cavness.

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Flood area deluged by more rain across lower Mississippi Valley

A new storm system dropped about two inches of rain across the Yazoo River Basin and other backwater areas, with heavier totals in Colorado and the Rockies. Forecasts warn of a prolonged wet spell. Army engineers brace to raise levees along 160 miles of the Mississippi as flash floods strike Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Arkansas.

Associated Press Mississippi Valley Yasou River Mississiopi Rockies National Weather River Forecasting Center Slidell Colorado Mississippi River Army Big River Mississippi Cairo Gulf of Mexico Stanisiana Tennessee Arkansas St. Louis River Service Missouri

Peruvian Oil Reserves May Kase Shortages

Peru’s oil balance described with Teapot Dome parallels. Gen. Baca notes Peru relies on imports for about one third of demand, with Petroleos Del Peru advancing exploration and private firms tapping near major deposits. Texas Tech Lima student exchange program cited. Gen. Baca named honorary citizen of Lubbock. conference hosted by Deans Steele and Bradford with U.S. and West German executives.

Baca Peru United States Petroleos del Peru Texas Tech Lima Gen. Baca Lubbock Tam Texas Dank Steele John Bradford West Germany Marco Fernandes Baca Petraeos del Peru Jack Steele A. C. Verner Grover Murray It Tech U.S

Fighting Erupts as Lebanon Declares Emergency

Guerrillas fortify positions near Tel Zutar and olive groves as Beirut residents flee. The fighting follows a four day cease fire and hints at rival factions among guerrillas. Amid tension, Arafat and Lebanese leaders met to discuss measures to restore security and confidence.

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Wounded Knee Ends Siege as Leaders Surrender Arms

Key AIM leaders Carter Camp and Leonard Crow Dog surrendered arms at Wounded Knee after a 701 day stand. Government negotiators coordinate disarmament, a temporary peacekeeping force, and policy review of the 1868 treaty with the Sioux. APCs to be removed at 8 am CDT, with insurgents evacuating fortifications. Trusted observers describe talks as paving a path to new governance and federal oversight.

Pine Ridge Wounded Knee Carter Camp Leonard I Crow Dog American Indian Movement AIM Rapid City S.D Bureau of Lindian Affairs BLA Richard Wilson United States CDT APC Teepee Chapel

Drug Store Held Up By Two Gunmen

A daylight robbery at a local drug store ended with two gunmen escaping after stealing about 2500 dollars in cash and drugs including morphine and cocaine. Owner Gentry and two employees were bound while the bandits searched the premises, threatened violence, and fled as law enforcement began a manhunt.

Gentry Doss Gen‘irs Paul Darwin

Man Crushed In Mishap At Hecktville Farm

Heckville special report: Lawrence William Howard 64 died when his jacket snagged in a rotary weeder while he tightened a bolt. The tractor fell back with an estimated 2000 pound weight after the power take off halted. Survivors include wife Ann and children. Funeral services pending.

Heckville Lawrence William Howard Lorera Howard Hisam Pierce Truett Thalon Justice of the Peace SV Shirlock Lubbock Ann Thomas Clovis Etta Mac Crow Aft

Guerrillas Silence on Fate of American Kidnap Victim

Leonhardy, a U.S. official seized by the Revolutionary Armed Forces during a Friday drive, is said to be kept hidden as guerrillas fear capture. Unconfirmed reports mention new ransom demands as authorities, including Mexican and U.S. officials, stay tight lipped. Leonhardy, married with two daughters, had urged police not to search for him in a letter to the U.S. vice consul.

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