Texas Tech graduation honors 1956 class amid calls for unity
Texas Tech University celebrated the SOS56 graduating class with President Murray and interim VP Johnson presiding. Speaker Boyington Reed urged graduates to confront prejudice and pursue progress for mankind while noting social tensions between students and faculty. Commencement also featured rites across Agricultural Sciences, Business, Arts and Sciences, and Education, with ceremonies in multiple venues on campus.
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Utilities Regulation Wins Vote and House Approves School Bill
In Austin Texas after five hours of debate the House tentatively approved a three member utilities commission bill by a 1031 vote and expected final decision today. Earlier the House passed an 85 57 vote on a partial solution to inequality in school finance with fifty amendments discarded.
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U.S. Declares Viet Embargo Against Cambodia and Vietnam
The United States announced a broad general trade embargo on South Vietnam and Cambodia. Secretary Kissinger stated limits to U.S. tolerance and readiness to defend interests. Commerce placed Cambodia and South Vietnam with North Vietnam Cuba and North Korea for export licensing.
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13 Listed Missing In Attack
Washington reports 13 servicemen listed as missing and unaccounted for after attempts to recover the freighter Mayaguez. A second Cambodian mainland bombing is noted, with one Marine killed and 22 wounded among 330 personnel. Two destroyers remain on station as missions continue.
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Regents OK 817 million Texas Tech budget plan amid alcohol debate
Texas Tech regents approved a tentative 817 million FY budget and reaffirmed the ban on alcohol on campus amid a marathon session. They endorsed funding for the Tech Museum and School of Medicine and noted increases over current allocations while warning against overspending. President Graver J. Murray cited mandatory pay raises and higher travel reimbursements as partial drivers of the rise.
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Blast Rocks Tel Aviv Arms Plant in Massive Explosion
A powerful blast at an ammunition plant north of Tel Aviv shattered hundreds of windows and released fumes and a gray mushroom cloud. Israeli officials urged that the blast was not sabotage, while a Palestinian group claimed responsibility. Dozens were treated for injuries, and security forces tightened around the site. In Jordan, Sadat arrived in Amman amid a tense reception and discussions on aid and reconstruction for the region.
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Clinging Vine Woman Clings to Husband for Money
A woman described as clingy clings to her husband for financial support, seeking to hold on to his money as the relationship endures. The report highlights her dependence and the tension in their finances.
Lamesa Board Considers Renewal for Migrant Teacher
Lamesa school board debated renewing the contract of Mrs. Kay Strance, migrant program teacher at Novih Elementary, after a public hearing requested by Strance and her lawyers. Principal Lee A Metalister testified about concerns including uncooperativeness, communication gaps, and planning time use, with in service training attendance at issue.
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More Springlike Weather Likely Across Texas and Southeast
Springlike conditions spread over Texas with forecasts of high 80s in Dallas and 80s elsewhere. Showers and isolated thunderstorms were reported in Mississippi and along the Atlantic coast as storms moved through the region. A tornado warning was not issued but hail the size of a golf ball was noted in parts of Georgia during a late afternoon thunderstorm.
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Obscure Prayer Event Notes and Local Ordinance Mention
A fragmented notice references a prayer gathering and an ordinance with mentions of a school and local groups. The readable items hint at a community act or exercise tied to a public ceremony, without clear names or dates.
Arab Drive Backed By Firm Faces Scrutiny in overseas payments case
A U S SEC filing identifies Gulf Oil Corp and associates with alleged legal political donations to fund a public relations campaign abroad. Key figures including Henry Kissinger are cited while investigations probe overseas payments totaling millions and potential covert funding for Arab relations efforts in the United States.
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Lubbock Christian College Holds Graduation Sermon
Minister Elstos, Sunset Church of Christ, delivers commencement address at Lubbock Christian College. Theme centers on happiness through reverence and obedience, not wealth or pleasure, as graduates begin new life chapters. Senior class president presents commemorative architected plaque for front entrance. Nancy Woods among attendees. Page 4.
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Debbock and Vicinity Weather Summary
Partly cloudy through Sunday with a high in the middle 50s or 60s and a low tonight near 30s. Showers or drizzle unlikely with a 20 percent precipitation chance today.
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