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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1975

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Refugee flight ends as family departs Saigon base

Maj Tran Phuuc Hai and family leave Saigon after dawn departure of 19 U S Air Force planes bound for Thailand. Hai recalls rocket fire and a frantic escape as soldiers urged rapid boarding amid the last minute rush. The family later reunites in Lubbock with NCO Russell Vanbuskirk at Reese Air Force Base.

Celeste Loucks Avalanche-Journal Tran Phuuc Hai Air Force Base Saigon Hai Tuyen Saigon High Dren Hoi Aircra U.S. Air Force Thailand Mei Lubbock Reese Air Force Russell Vanbuskirk See

Weeds crackdowns loom with limited fines in Lubbock

City officials expect about 4000 property owners to face weed ordinance notices this summer while only a small fraction will pay fines. The Department of Zoning and Environmental Control has added inspectors and clerks, citing a deterrent need even as many violators contest or ignore penalties. Municipal Court records show dozens cited for violations, but most await trial as prosecutors seek dismissal or plea deals.

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Two Charged in Lamesa Disturbance

Two people faced charges after a chaotic incident at the Lamesa Police Department. A suspect entered the station with a pistol threatening a rookie dispatcher while another tried to strike an officer. Police subdued both. one man pleaded guilty to a weapons count.

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Kissinger Reports Progress At Talks

Kissinger says progress was made in talks with Soviet Foreign Minister Gromyko on SALT and European security. After three meetings, both sides gave a general review and began substantive discussion of arms limits in a constructive, friendly exchange.

Andrew A.cromsko Jours Wissinger Stratevic Liumita- Trolks

Cambodian crews seek asylum after altercation with Thai authorities

Cambodian navy crew aboard a sub chaser asked for asylum in Thailand after claiming they had captured the Mayagues last week. They said they were loyal to the Phnom Penh regime but fled to Thailand seeking protection. U S officials noted some progress in talks while press questions probed the Middle East mediation and SALT topics at a Pentagon briefing.

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Stormy weather sweeps several counties with tornado watches

A severe weather outbreak hit eight counties bringing thunderstorms and heavy rain. Tornado watches were in effect east of Labock with significant cloud cover and strong winds. Reports described funnel clouds sighted but not confirmed and multiple counties issued warnings through the afternoon and night.

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Prayer for guidance and devotion from A Reader

A brief devotional snippet asks for divine guidance to live faithfully as if born anew, appealing to the Heavenly Father in a concise reader note.

Hint Of State Income Tax Seen In Reform Action

Fragmentary notes suggest lawmakers discuss a state income tax amid reforms. Vague references mention senators and dates toward a possible policy shift, with unclear details and placeholders.

Holiday Death Toll Predicted Over Three Day Weekend

Authorities forecast about 78 fatalities per million vehicle miles during the three day holiday weekend from May 24 midnight to May 27. The estimate warns that more than 200 deaths could be prevented with cautious driving and adherence to traffic laws.

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CBS Garners Lions' Share Of Emmys

A fragmented page notes CBS receiving the majority of Emmy awards amid a broader coverage of winners and television industry highlights. The text references a CBS dominance without detailing specific categories or recipients.

CBS

Reunified Vietnam Predicted by Associated Press

The Associated Press reports on Monday that a reunified Vietnam is predicted to occur under a coalition government led by figures allied with Ho Chi Minh era forces. The dispatch notes divisions within the Lao and Cambodian fronts, with Laos and Southeast Asia watching closely as Vietnamese factions seek a peaceful path to unity.

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Weather and Vicinity Forecast Confused Aside

Fragmentary weather note reports clear skies and no significant temperature changes. Mentions a high near unspecified value, calm tonight and a Wednesday in an unclear location with stray words and numbers.

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Supreme Court Refuses Hunt Case Jurisdiction

Supreme Court declines to hear the Hunt case, sending proceedings to the Fifth Circuit. Pretrial hearings proceed as Travis Shelton says the trial is expected to continue on schedule, with the brief order not surprising given typical appeals practice.

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