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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1945
Page
4
California plans to use water flushing to recover an estimated 20 billion barrels of oil from deep wells. The process pumps water into exhausted wells to lift heavy oil to the surface for pumping. Experts note recovery may be limited by depth, sand thickness, and water supply.
Drew Pearson reports some top U S Army officers in Europe are willing to take rank reductions to continue fighting in the Pacific. The piece praises leaders who choose national service over prestige and notes their European success signals they could replicate in the Pacific.
Gen. Thomas A. Terry of the War department says liberated American soldiers will supervise German prisoner camps on U.S. soil. The plan includes officers and enlisted men with captivity experience. a 2000-strong liberated contingent has arrived in New York.
The piece argues 60 day furloughs for German POW guards in the United States and assigns them to guard roles. It contrasts harsh treatment with calls for justice over mercy, noting former German prisoners may be stricter toward German captives. It condemns coddling Nazis and cites prohibition rhetoric about alcohol dangers.
The Lubbock Morning Avalanche, distributed Sundays and Mondays and consolidated with the Lubbock Evening Journal, is published by Avalanche Journal Publishing Co Inc in Lubbock Texas. It is a second class matter at the Semes post office under postal regulations with wire service input and the Pledge of Allegiance.
A seasoned mariner survived two sinkings in World Wars I and II and five days adrift in a lifeboat. He led a ferry that rescued 1200 men at Dunkirk before being sunk at a later time and ultimately perished in Baltimore after a tragic truck collision.
In a remote seaside house Nick, Brenda Temple, and others converge at The Ledges. The group discovers an eerie mix of smiles and secrets as Eric Woolf pretends normalcy while strange events unfold. A cliffhanger ends the scene with a hidden motive and a looming reveal.
In a social gathering, Trent and guests react to a birthday surprise with lingering tensions. Brenda accuses, Charley serves beer, Woolf spars about Munich and sell-outs, and the group debates light additions and motives as the night unsettles them. The scene centers on strained relationships and social masking.
Mexican capital reports front page attacks by Monterrey businessmen on Texas lobbying of a US Federal Power Commission ruling barring natural gas exports from Texas to Mexico. The statement denounces the ban as bad neighborship amid Mexico's moves to ratify the US Mexico water treaty and grant Texas use of El Azucar dam waters.
In Miami on May 16 reporters note offers to buy a $1000 bill for $900 as banks demand full identification of owners. The item also states Theodore Roosevelt has the longest bibliography with more than 5000 works.
A New York report notes a dog school at Rockefeller Plaza granting AKC obedience awards. The author dislikes trained acts and dog shows, praising dogs’ affection over ribbons while recalling family pets and a humorous Rover vanity moment.
War time upheaval grips the United States as 1945 sees veterans flood camps and cities. Equipment and weapon production surge while civilian life on Main Street feels the pinch in food, clothing, travel and entertainment. Demobilization pressure on doctors prompts calls for prioritized reentry and expanded training programs.
Washington debates two key international bills as San Francisco hosts a world security push. The Banking Committee handles the International Monetary Fund and the Ways and Means panel extends the reciprocal tariff program to lower trade barriers. President Truman faces isolationist headwinds and demands public support as Congress weighs crucial steps toward a cohesive postwar world order.
Slaton, May 16 Special services will be held today at 5 p.m. at Slaton Baptist church for Mrs. G. H. Slone 45 who died Wednesday in St Marys Hospital Lubbock Rev F F Ferguson will officiate Bryan McDonald and Son Funeral Home of Lubbock in charge She had lived in Lubbock county 23 years survived by husband one daughter Mrs Margueritte Burton six brothers and sisters and one granddaughter Pallbearers named Earl McNutt Lawrence Thomas Burt Andrew Alton McCallister Carol Nix Wesley Furgeson
A promising newcomer dazzles with a pipe organ setup showcasing skill and vision. The piece highlights inventive arrangement and strong potential, noting how this early display could shape future performances and collaborations.
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