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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1964
Page
1
A chaotic scene described as a fiery disaster with flying cars and a narrow miss on a crowd. Police report says a blast shattered an apartment block opposite a crowded cafe. Black smoke streamed through streets as crowds fled, with several injured and possible fatalities.
An American mystery man sent Spanish numeral ciphers via a powerful shortwave to Cuba. Havana Radio referenced unconfirmed exile landings and possible new raids, while Cuban monitors doubt the sender’s Cuba ties. No identity or origin clues emerged, but raids against Communist Cuba seem likely to intensify amid rumors and survivor hopes.
Friday night winds toppled poles and damaged a Brownfield warehouse as thundershowers moved through the region. A cold front and lingering unstable air brought more showers across eastern New Mexico and the South Plains, with high temps near 103 at Presidio. Farmers awaited additional rainfall while reports noted hail and flooded roads south of Slaton.
Senator Mansfield and others lauded Rep George Mahon after he became chairman of the House Appropriations Committee succeeding the late Rep Clarence Cannon. Mansfield called him a man of ability and frugality while Rene Robertson said Mahon is a dedicated, steady worker.
A Lamesa Reader quotes a brief prayer asking God for wisdom to solve problems and dispel gloom in these days and to overcome obstacles through Thy Son Jesus Christ. The devotional item reflects a community church tone and prayerful appeal.
RAY McCARTY reports a young Lubbock man EARL DUNN who fled to Brazil then Australia, now volunteers to work back home on a freighter as officers plan to review the federal case.
In Dumas Texas a four year old boy, William Allen Lusk, died after being dragged by a rope tangled around the donkey’s neck while horses frightened the animal. The incident occurred in a pasture near his home and the boy, the son of Mr. and Mrs. James F. Baker of Channing, was pronounced dead on arrival at Dumas Hospital fifteen miles away. The mother, Mrs. Baker, witnessed the donkey dragging the boy before she could intervene and alert emergency services.
Gudrun Lindskog an 18 year old Swedish exchange student at Lubbock High arrives from Gothenburg to spend the school year with the Marion W Leftwich family. She will return to Sweden in late June. She notes American dating norms differ, saying Swedes date one boy at a time. She expects to bring back impressions of Lubbock and the United States.
A Swedish girl notes that escorts are unnecessary for dances and events in Sweden and she favor American boys, finding them more talkative. She remarks on a perceived difference and mentions Gudrun See SWEDISH GIRL on page 10.
Prof and students highlighted for outstanding scholastic achievements. Tony Lubbock Jr and two others win Fulbright scholarships. Wilson instrumental in showcase. Photo on Page 6.
Premier Souvanna announces a two pronged attack by Red Pathet Lao and North Vietnamese forces against neutralist forces in Laos. General Kong Le’s loyal neutralists face losses near Plaine des Jarres as the northwest region reports gains for the advancing Reds, signaling a worsening crisis along the Mekong frontier.
A fragment from a column notes a punster who enjoys the groan of friends after a groan worthy joke. The snippet hints at humor in a community paper’s entertainment section.
President Johnson met with Defense Secretary McNamara and Secretary Rusk to discuss expanded U S military and economic aid for South Vietnam amid growing GOP scrutiny. House hearings on the foreign aid budget include a $1 billion direct military aid plan, with potential increases debated as a bipartisan test looms.
Cirde and the Seioletioey press for immediate action as Governor Clyde refuses a special session to approve $6 million for the 1964-65 school year. The morning press reports state authorities are not commenting as tensions rise.
In a tight Oregon primary finish Gov Nelson Rockefeller pledges a sustained fight with Sen Barry Goldwater. Goldwater says the race will be decisive for his path to the GOP nomination with potential contests in California and other states.
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