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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1976

Page

2

Supreme Court To Review City Based Trucking Firm

The Supreme Court agreed to hear cases challenging minority exclusion from over the road driving in Texas trucking, including Lubbock based TIME-DC. The high court will decide if retroactive seniority may be awarded to minority employees due to past discrimination. TIME-DC employs over 4,000 nationwide with about 500 minority members.

Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Supreme Court A-J News Washington, D.C Texas Lubbock 5Th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals New Orleans High Court International Brotherhood of Teamsters T.i.m.e.dc, Inc Justice Department Hugh Shurtleff Lubbock-based Motor Freight Company US Circuit Court East Texas Motor Freight T.s.m.e.dc Teamsters Union T.i.m.e.-Dc Shurtleff

Seagraves High graduates tally top grades and ROTC

State Sen. Kent Hance addressed Seagraves High School seniors at commencement. Valedictorian Jim Fleming, with a four year average of 96.13, earned a Naval ROTC scholarship to Rice University. Salutatorian Judy Burt holds a 95.318 average and will attend Texas Tech University. Fleming is son of RL and Doris Fleming. Burt is daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gill Burt.

Seagraves Kent Hance Seagraves High School Jim Fleming Rice University Judy Burt Texas Tech University Fleming RL. Fleming Doris Fleming Midland Miss Burt Gill Burt

Morton area graduation dates announced for multiple high schools

Valedictorians and salutatorians named for Morton High School Whiteface High School and Bledsoe High School. Morton seniors total 63 with Sheryl Taylor as valedictorian and Diana Kuehler as salutatorian. Whiteface graduates include Rhonda Smith valedictorian and Neal Phillips salutatorian. Bledsoe lists Henrietta Langill valedictorian and Terry Rawls salutatorian. Three Way High School graduates eight seniors led by Braha Davila valedictorian and Connie Richardson salutatorian.

Morton Morton Area Sheryl Taylor Diana Kuehler Morton High School Cochran County Rhonda Smith Neal Phillips Braha Davila Connie Richardson Three Way H High School

General Horoscope Forecast for Astrological Signs

Morning brings many ideas but obstacles block quick action. Aries should define desires and pursue aims while tending to business. Taurus can gain prestige by aiding influential people. Gemini should stay broadminded and curb shopping extravagance. Moon Children should handle duties early to free time. Leo should work to harmonize with a coworker and plan long term. Virgo can accomplish much with planned time. Libra should amuse early, keep routines, and exercise. Scorpio must be objective with new interests and boost creativity. Sagittarius should seek higher-ups’ input and relax at night. Capricorn should tackle monetary matters morning and consult experts. Aquarius improve appearance and handle money confidently. Pisces schedule daily goals and devote more to loved ones. Children born today may be outgoing with strong business and social potential.

ARIES Taurus Gemini Moon Children Leo VIRGO LIBRA Scorpio Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius McNaught Syndicate, Inc

Junior High Recognizes Top Students

Bret Dixon and Margaret Grennell were named Eagles of the Year at Evans Junior High School in Monterey High School auditorium. Daughters of the American Revolution medallions were given to the two top honorees. Runnerup pins went to Paul Hancock and Robin Igo. Rodger Watson and Shelly Dunn were named outstanding eighth grade boy and girl. Seventh grade honors went to Joel Bruedigam and Debbie Watson. The program highlighted academic and extracurricular achievements across math science tennis basketball volleyball and band with emphasis on leadership service and perfect attendance.

Bret Dixon Margaret Grennell Evans Junior Monterey High School Paul Hancock Robin Igo Rodger Watson Shelly Dunn

Births and a Willie Nelson permit request in Belton

The notice lists multiple birth announcements from hospitals including Univers ity and Methodist in Slaton and nearby towns with varying weights and times. A separate item reports Bell County Sheriff Lester Gunn asking the county court to deny a July 4 show permit for Willie Nelson. Also noted is Max Edward Watts, 18, a Boys Ranch High School graduate planning auto body work.

Belton, Tex UPI Bell Lester Gunn Bell County Commissioners Court Willie Nelson Boys Ranch Max Edward Watts Lubbock Boys Ranch High School Cal Farley Watts

Weather Forecast Sweeps Rockies to New England

Showers expected today over the Rockies the Southwest and New England. Temperatures in the 70s across the Midwest and Ohio Valley with 80s in Southern California and Florida.

Rockies Southwest New England Midwest Ohio Valley Mercury California Florida

Severe hailstorm damages Plainview area crops and property

A Sunday night hail storm driven by high winds struck Plainview and parts of Hale County, carving a mile-wide path from Finney Switch through Plainview. It shattered windows, knocked out traffic signals, and damaged crops including 60 acres of cotton with 80 percent of a wheat field destroyed. No injuries were reported.

Richard Orr Plainview Hale County Finney Switch Gary Noblett Plainview Insurance Company Finney Elgin Connor Southwestern Public Service

Resignations Accepted By Wilson Board

Wilson ISD board accepts resignations of several employees including Phil Warren Carolyn Rogers LaDana Morris Peggy Morton and Joyce Minkiff Doris Behrend to replace Wanda Stegemoeller as secretary and bookkeeper on June 30 Bus routes for next year approved and transfer student report accepted The board selects Insurational Insurance Company of Dallas for student insurance and approves TASB Workmen's Compensation for district employees.

Insurnational Insurance Company of Dallas Texas Association of School Board

Blue Law Violation Trial Begins Today

Testimony starts in the case of Ron Parker Farr's Family Center manager charged with six Blue Law violations. Parker, at 4426 34th St store, faces one charge in Justice Wayne LeCroy's court amid alleged December pantyhose and toy sales on consecutive Saturdays. A similar case against Dan Smraker of K Mart at 6701 University Ave ended in acquittal. Elmer Stalnaker and two associates filed the complaints that sparked the dispute.

Ron Parker Farr’s Family Center Parker 34Th St Justice of the Wayne LeCroy Gibson's Discount Center 50Th St John H. Hicks Donald Ewing Criminal District Attorney's Peace Charles E. Smith Dan M. Smraker K-Mart University Ave Gibson Discount Center Elmer Stalnaker Frank A. Stuart Darrell Forrest

Lubbock sign ordinance case goes to court this week

The 140th District Court continues hearings on Lubbock Poster Co. challenge to the city sign regulations. The company seeks voiding of the ordinance on 21 grounds alleging due process, free speech limits, and takings, with 225 poster panels and 59 painted bulletins affected. Attorneys name city officials as defendants. board removal may cost $425,000 and noncompliant boards must be removed by 1982. Testimony focuses on procedures and billboard locations.

Lubbock Lubbock Poster Co Iva Edington Homer L. Hensley City of Jim Bertram Jerrel Northcutt Texas Atty John Hill Lubbock Poster

Lockney Graduation Set for 1976 Senior Class

Lockney High School will hold graduation for the 67 seniors at 8 p.m. Friday in the elementary school cafeteria. Valedictorian Kirby Collins and salutatorian Miss Carl Roberts will speak with Supt. John Peck, Dr. R.L. Knox, and Tom Duvall presenting diplomas. Baccalaureate services Sunday featured Jerry Klein and Kirby Collins.

A-J Lockney Lockney High School Kirby Collins Carl Roberts John Peck Peck Princi Pal R.L. Knox Tom Duvall Jerry Klein Main Street

Idalou High School Honors Class Leaders Named

Abby Wilkerson is valedictorian with a 93.88 GPA, daughter of Bill and Mrs. Wilkerson. Liz Lawson is salutatorian with a 93.7 GPA, daughter of Jimmy and Mrs. Irvin. David McKenzie is top male student, third overall, with a 92.11 GPA, son of Marvin and Mrs. McKenzie.

Idalou Idalou High School Abby Wilkerson Bill Wilkerson Liz Lawson Jimmy Irvin David McKenzie Marvin McKenzie

Roosevelt High School commencement for 67 seniors set

Roosevelt High School will hold commencement exercises at 8 p.m. Friday for 67 seniors. Tina Belcher is valedictorian with a 3.85 GPA and Elaine Hogland is salutatorian with a 3.82 GPA, both daughters of local residents.

Roosevelt High School Tina Belcher Boyd Belcher Éth St Elaine Hogland George Hogland Slaton

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