UT President Ransom Takes Helm Amid Texas Tech Regret
The passage notes Dr. Ward N. and Dr. Wilson in UT leadership while praising Dr. Ransom as a strong choice for UT president. It implies the Texas Tech vacancy or designation remains set, with Ransom not pursuing Texas Tech despite speculation. The tone congratulates UT and notes regret over Ransom’s unavailability for Tech.
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Ward N
Ransom
University of Texas
Texas Tech
Austin
Dr. Wilson
University” of Texas
Summit Parley Opens Amid Unpromising Sky of Paris
The Paris conference opens under doubt with observers split on outcomes. The plane spy incident worsened tensions as Khrushchev denounces the United States, while some suggest the incident may have been misreported. Analysts warn of stalemate amid bitter distrust as delegates begin talks.
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On& Scenes
Paris
United States
Russia
Khrushchev
the .S
Ishchev
Cost Comparison of Confession vs Hiring Lawyer
A survey examines whether admitting guilt or hiring counsel and pleading not guilty costs more on average. It weighs legal fees, potential fines, and financial consequences for defendants.
Radio comment on mood mirrors 1930s fear of hard times
The writer warns that a slide into deep economic gloom could bring a wave of foreclosures and desperate actions as many people struggle to afford their high end homes. A radio pundit cites 1930s history to underscore the risk.
Population shifts show increasing babies and oldsters
Notes point to a demographic tilt with more infants and seniors in the population, signaling changes in birth rates and aging trends.
Humorous Quip About Marriage Echoes in Speech
A clipped remark notes a husband telling of his wife lacking humor and refusing to humor him, capturing a light domestic quip. The line portrays a playful domestic moment and suggests a tired joke about mismatched senses of humor.
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal May 16 1960 front matter notice
The page shows masthead and production details for the Lubbock Avalanche Journal including edition titles Morning and Evening, publisher names CHAS. A. GUY and CHAS. W. RATLIFF, address in Lubbock Texas, rates for months and year, pledge to the flag, page and section notes. May 16 1960.
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Lubbock
Avalanche-Journal
Avalanche Journal Publishing Company, Inc
Sth Bt
Ave. J, Lab
Texas
Texas Daily Press Lescue
Dallas
Pein
Associated "Press
Lubbock, Texas
Chas. A. Guy
Chas. W. Ratliff
Rador Pa
States of America
Sec
Truman’s Forgetful Memory Crashes Facts in Public Sting
Special Correspondent Ruth Montgomery reports former President Truman has tangled memories, embarrassing two allies by garbling facts about Eisenhower and a praise-filled book. The incidents, tied to a New York funeral encounter with George Allen, John Daly, Jim Farley, and William Hillman, highlight memory lapses critics say demand correction.
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Ruth Montgomery
Ashington
Truman
Eisenhower
Ike’s. Close
George Allen
Cts
Frank Walker
New York
John Charles Daly
American Broadcasting Company
Jim Farley
William Hillman
Daly
Allen
Llen
Kansas City
George
Washington
Ike
Look Magazine
Gen
Army Sec
Kenneth Royall
George Allens
Eisenhowers
Considine
Inez Misses The Queen By Inez Robb
A humorous account of choosing to skip a Buckingham Palace garden party due to rain and hat worries. The piece contrasts social pressure with royal attendance, recalls past royal moments, and mentions high profile figures including Queen Elizabeth, Prince Philip, and Truman Ike anecdotes.
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Inez Robb
Ondon
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham
Palace
Milady
Allus
Buck ‘House
Prince Philip
Princess Margaret
Princess Roy
Canada
Australia
Eisenhower Rightward Shift Frustrates GOP Leaders in 1960
Special correspondent Ray Tucker reports Eisenhower’s conservative turn and appointments to regulatory agencies unsettle Republican liberals and Nixon backers. Rockefeller’s repeated refusals to join a Nixon ticket reflect the rift. Democrats plan to exploit the medical insurance limits and argue the elderly and middle class face rising costs, reshaping Capitol Hill strategy and budget priorities.
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Ray, Tucker
Ashington
Eisenhower
Congress
Nixon
Rockefeller
White House
Nelson A. Rockefeller
Man At Albany
Capitol Hill
Shriners Hear Plans For 20th Anniversary Ceremonial
About 60 Shriners from Lubbock and the South Plains attended a program and Dutch Lunch at the Lubbock Hotel. Fred Galle announced plans for the Khiva Temple 20th anniversary ceremonial to be held in Amarillo later this month. Homer D. Grant presided. W. E. Lavender organized the event. Marguerite Brannen named Cotton Carnival Queen and will be presented Thursday at Palace Theater after election.
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Marguerite Brennen
Littlefield
Harold McDaniel
Loop
Texas Tech
Phi Psi
Miss Brannen
Palace Theater
Khrushchev in Trouble Over Eisenhower Visit
The piece argues Khrushchev may cancel or delay Eisenhower's June Russia trip. It notes his anti American push in Latin America, especially Cuba, and his feud with Nixon. It cites a stalled honeymoon with U.S. leaders and hints at internal Soviet changes under Kozlov and generational shifts.
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Nikita Khrushchev
Eisenhower
Soviet Russia
Sokolsky Eisenhower
Russia
Khrushchev
Cyrus Eaton
Robert Dowling
Eric Johnston
United States
Communist Party
Frol
Kozlov
Stalin
Voroshilov
Siberia
Parvenus
Bolivian Far Right Leader Declares Presidential Bid
Mario Gutierrez of the Falange party announces a run for president in the June 5 Bolivian election. He accuses the United States of conspiring to control Bolivia’s resources and meddling in its affairs, citing aid to MNR governments as evidence.
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LA Paz
Bolivia
Mario Gutierrez
Bolivian Falange
Victor Paz Estenssoro
National Revolutionary Movement
Walter Guevara
MNR
Gutierrez
United States
United State
U.S
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