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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1966
Page
3
Rogers outlines guidelines for city progress and revival efforts amid a discussion of industry needs and future projects. The address stresses coordinated planning, local manufacturing potential, and the role of business leaders in driving growth despite economic challenges.
In Austin a release from Senator Doha Teewes office states about 80 percent of Texans eligible for Medicare have signed up or will enroll, while some have not notified Social Security. The piece cites a May deadline and outlines plans to move forward with reforms to attract investment and strengthen the economy.
Lubbock police investigated a rash of petty thefts including a $500 record collection stolen from Captain Edward Birmingham's residence at 4323 8th St. Six albums plus misc records and a cigarette carton disappeared after a back door screen was slit. Floyd Jeter reported a $120 billfold theft and another $53 from his purse. A wedding ring and car keys were also taken. Entry was around 2 am Saturday. Nearby, Henry L. Stafford Construction Co. suffered a burglary with no forced entry, valued at $145, and other thefts included clothing, cash, and a screen door. Marquee letters from Circle Drive-In and Trail Drive-In were stolen along with hubcaps from two residents.
The third annual Lubbock Charity Horse Show names final winners after two days at Fair Park Coliseum. Today’s schedule includes 9:20 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 7:0? p.m. stake classes such as barrel racing and hunt stake. Proceeds benefit the Lubbock Optimist Club’s boys’ work projects.
A crime report notes four hubcaps were stolen from Moralez's vehicle while it was parked at 909 15th St. The incident occurred while the car remained at Fair, with investigators seeking suspects and security footage.
Parks and Wildlife officials warn fishermen at the Sam Rayburn Reservoir of floating fire ants driven from flooded areas. The pests swarm boats and paddles, with masses a saucer to a barge in size containing thousands of insects and moving with the breeze.
Moore, 44, principal of a Smithville school, died of burns two days after a Thursday explosion on a farm road. He allegedly drove past a ruptured natural gas line and was burned when a spark from the car ignited the gas.
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