Blast devastates South Amboy in $20 million explosion
Damages in blast rise to 20 million as South Amboy faces ruined streets littered with unexploded shells. Four to twenty nine killed and over 500 injured as federal, state and local agencies probe the disaster and safety lapses. Army engineers search for booby trapped ordnance amid a 30 mile impact zone.
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New Jersey
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Wayland Board Member Resigns over Smoking Ban
Frank R. Day of Plainview resigned today as a trustee of Wayland college after the board adopted a no smoking rule. Day, a longtime trustee and Plainview lawyer, said the ban would materially affect Wayland adversely and he could not serve while he smokes.
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Two Dallas Brothers Die in Car Crash
A car struck and killed brothers Dewey Ed Franklin, 15, and Marvin Franklin, 12, in Dallas. Officers detained one occupant while another fled the scene. They were sons of Mr. and Mrs. Lee Franklin.
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Lee Franklin
June Brides Damask Rose Sterling Setting
A damask rose design in sterling silver priced at 24 dollars 75 cents with royal or king's standards advertised as a setting option for June brides and wedding plans.
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Truman Defends Loyal Government Workforce in Speech
President Truman denounces critics calling Congress a rubber stamp and lauds the loyalty and efficiency of federal workers. He defined a rubber stamp as a lawmaker who merely echoes party platform in step with the President, referencing Senator Taft. He cited his Western trip as proof of government staff strength.
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Underwood Well Test Sparks Oil Lease Rush on South Plains
The Honolulu Oil Co. and Signal Oil Co. No 1 Underwood in central east Hockley county produced 2286 barrels daily after its test begun May 14. Lubbock traders speeded lease trades and royalty deals as titles flooded abstract offices, with M D Underwood selling nine more acres at 1500 per acre to boost royalties.
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Avalanche-Journal
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General Bradley to Head Lubbock Armed Forces Day
Lubbock observes Armed Forces Day Monday with General Omar N. Bradley as guest of honor. A static equipment exhibit opens at Texas Tech and a large parade, air terminal dedication, and barbecue mark the day, expected to draw up to 20 000 visitors.
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Bradley
Naval Reserve Training Center
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Navy
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Marine Corps
James H. Whiteside
U S Widens Atomic Lead and Prepares Against Germ Warfare
Military experts say the United States is widening its lead in atomic weapons while building defenses against chemical and biological attacks. At Armed Forces Day events in Kansas City, Paul H. Griffith cites earlier start and greater knowledge as boosting U S advantages, with Maj. Gen. Anthony C McAuliffe detailing chemical corps preparations for gas, biological, and radiological threats.
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Paul H. Griffith
Kansas City
United States
Army
Anthony C. McAuliffe
Army Chemical Corps
German mine blast kills 55 miners at Dahlbusch
An explosion at the Dahlbusch coal mine near Gelsenkirchen, Germany, killed 55 miners and injured 39 as rescue teams worked 16 hours to recover the dead and wounded. Over 300 workers were present when firedamp caused the blast, with many victims burned or suffocated. Families gathered at the pithead as the tragedy unfolded.
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Public Schools To Close Across District
Public schools announce closure across multiple campuses starting Friday due to unforeseen staffing and logistics concerns. Officials urge families to monitor district updates and plan accordingly for student supervision and transportation.
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Baccalaureate Rites Set At Tech Tonight
The second largest Texas Tech graduation class, 1089 strong, will hear a baccalaureate sermon at 8 p.m. today and begin commencement at the same time Monday in Jones Stadium unless rain moves events indoors. Dean James G. Allen says only graduates and close relatives will be admitted if indoor venue is needed. Dr. W. R. White of Baylor University will deliver the sermon.
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Petitions Seek Local Option Liquor Vote in Lubbock County
About 1 750 signatures were filed Saturday with County Clerk Louie F Moore asking the county commissioners to call a local option election on legalizing sale of all alcoholic beverages within Lubbock County. The court must wait for its next regular session, starting June 12, to act after clerk certification of signers and precincts. Petitions must be checked against 33 precinct lists. See PETITION Page 10
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Graduation ceremonies feature Brown and Dr. White addresses
Russell B. Brown of the Independent Petroleum Association of America and Dr. White, long a Texas Baptist leader and former executive secretary, will speak at the baccalaureate and graduation ceremonies. About 144 graduates will receive degrees across Arts and Sciences, Engineering, Business, Agriculture, Home Economics, and the Graduate division, with seven high honors and 50 honors.
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Census Returns Take Sharp Drop in Lub bock
The Avalanche-Journal reports a sharp drop in census returns as the search continues for uncounted Lub bock residents. Only 11 postage paid coupons were returned Saturday versus 61 Friday and 138 Thursday, with few blanks turned in to Ed Smith and R W Matthews. The effort involved students from Tech and local schools, and remains active for a few more days.
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Brownfield Hit and Run Leaves Man Seriously Injured
A five year old Brownfield youth is in custody after a hit and run at 1 15 p m Saturday near Lubbock highway and Main Street. F B Chambless 48 Brownfield suffered severe hip and back injuries at Treadaway Daniel hospital. Sheriff Murray and Deputy Jones arrested the youth at his home. The car showed a dent consistent with the crash.
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Subcommittee Approval Boost for Canadian River Dam
Republicans and Democrats push for the Canadian River dam with subcommittee action reported by Rep. Ben Guill. Senate Interior and Insular Affairs subcommittee approved the project, with claims of imminent full committee approval. Senators McFarland and Johnson publicly framed the development as advancing next steps.
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Winter Storms Scatter Damage Across South Plains
Thunderstorms and hail pounded Lubbock and denser areas in the South Plains and North Texas with heavy crop losses in North and East Texas. Rain and hail fell on Denver City and Plains, with elsewhere reports of dust storms in Seagraves.
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Two Men Fined In Liquor Cases
In Denton county court Judge James G. Denton two Latin Americans faced liquor law penalties after guilty pleas. Balerino Sierra 28 fined 300 dollars and costs Genaro Sierra 65 fined 150 dollars and costs Andres Ortiz Ortega 46 pleaded innocent with a 500 dollar trial bond. In JP court C E Lynn Bert Adams 50 was held on a 500 dollar peace bond after charges of assault and threatening to kill his wife Gloria.
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Andres Ortiz Ortega
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Weather summary and verse page notes from Lubbock area
Partly cloudy today and tonight with scattered afternoon thunder showers. Minimal temperature change expected with a 82 high and 54 low recorded in the 24 hour period ending at midnight. Humidity at midnight 74 percent. Sunrise 5 42 am sunset 7 44 pm. Also includes a poetic meditation by James J. Metcalfe on life and virtue.
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