12 May 1965
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1965
Page
1
Reports say the Soviet Union and United States are pursuing a moon landing with a soft touch down near the Sea of Clouds. The timing remains uncertain as officials monitor radio signals and station data from the lunar surface.
Senate debate over a proposed voting rights amendment ends with defeat. Kennedy and liberal allies pushed to outlaw poll taxes in state and local elections but the measure fails amid partisan divisions. The report notes broader civil rights push and references other scattered technology and space issues in the same issue.
The Lubbock area hosts evangelist Billy Graham who delivers messages to local-area Baptists. News briefs mention national figures including Martin Luther King and Mao Zedong amid a broad survey of events, with sections on markets and comics.
The Organization of American States orders part of a mission back into the Dominican Republic to seek a peace formula. The United States rejects the UN Security Council call for end to hostilities and a UN role, as a new political crisis grows with Gen. Elias Wessin refusing to resign.
A House panel tentatively approves an open meetings bill aimed at government transparency. The measure would require city councils and similar bodies to hold sessions publicly with limited exemptions for personnel, real estate, and security matters and impose fines for violations.
Oklahoma teachers voted by 5 383 to 1 275 plus 1 038 undecided to boycott state schools next fall unless higher pay and better conditions are met. Gov Bellmon condemned the sanctions, while the Oklahoma Education Association stressed the turnout reflected convention sentiment.
A Cleveland suburb family learns they will share nearly a million dollars from a maiden aunt. Godfrey, 53, a dock worker, will receive the remaining estate after costs and taxes. John R. Godfrey and siblings are named among heirs as the case unfolds. The aunt left seven thousand dollars in unclaimed stock and the settlement spans over a year and a half.
An anonymous prayer emphasizes gratitude for answered prayers and healing. The speaker asks for strength to become the Christian they ought to be, reflecting personal faith and devotion.
Southern senators agreed to limit debate on amendments while Sen. Ervin's rights bill faced shifts in timing. Dirksen noted possible tabling of amendments and emphasized ongoing negotiations as leaders aim to vote today.
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