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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1961
Page
5
Fragmented OCR describes explosions at relay sites and power components across multiple states including Wendover and Knolls. It notes blasts damaging equipment and removing top structures, with some stations knocked out and others scheduled for restoration today.
In a fragmented excerpt, readers glimpse a feature advancing themes of belief and self creation as seniors, possibly connected to figures named Sherif Pete and Pitchess of Lee, with a focus on enduring impact amid unclear context.
Rev W J Haynes warns seniors to drive with care and avoid driving fear while pastors call for safe motoring. Pyle of the National Safety Council notes dangers and urges light shining on road ethics amid weekend observations and sermons on Lost in Life.
In Washington and other capitals, early reactions link Ralph Yarborough and Senate figures to a conservative shift amid elections. Khrushchev and Angola notes appear in dispatches, with graduation details from Lisbon and local church events interwoven, reflecting a wide, unsettled international mood.
Fragmentary report notes a three day strike threat in Johannesburg with nonwhite workers aiming to force others to stay home. Police alerted as dawn activities unfold with unspecified groups and actions described.
Texas Republicans celebrate Tower's Senate win as Tower pitches conservative platform aligned with Goldwater. He vows federal aid cuts and warns against centralized bureaucracy while defending a federation of states and market control. Tower carries big-city counties with strong showings in Harris and Dallas areas.
Fragmentary report recalls Laos conflict leaders meeting amid stalled Geneva conference. Souphanouvong and Pathet Lao factions weigh refusals of past invitations as British and Western delegations monitor progress.
Kennedy prepares for a Boston dinner then Hyannis Port return before Tuesday travel to New York and a flight to Paris. Republican leaders urge caution, urging timing and good faith in talks with Khrushchev on nuclear testing and disarmament. Mansfield counsels GOP support for the president as he engages with the Soviet premier. Morton criticizes the meeting as exploratory, warning against concessions amid global stakes.
The article outlines John Tower born 1925 in Houston, family background with Rev Joel Tower, schooling across Texas, wartime service, studies at Southern University of Dallas and Midwestern University, faculty stint in Wichita Falls, marriage to Jozen Len Bullington and three children, and his move toward a Senate race amid political ambitions.
Lawmakers race to pass a $250 million revenue package tied to a 2 percent general sales tax as Gov. Price pressures a compromise. Senate leaders demand concessions while House members reject the measure and prepare for a possible special session and statewide broadcast to report on progress.
The report outlines a new command post system with airborne posts aboard Strategic Air Command planes and a second unit aloft after landings. It notes Navy cruiser Northampton outfitting as a command base and joint service experts evaluating safety and launch procedures. A long list of personnel follows.
Roy Grigg’s grandson, a 9 year old boy, died after falling from a mountain ledge near Base May 8. The boy and another youth were involved. authorities say the family, including Thomas R. Grigg who was stationed in Korea, learned of the tragedy as he flew home to Paso.
At 10 30 today in the Union Building ballroom nine Air Force cadets will be commissioned as second lieutenants. Maj Allen Todd USAF reserve officer will speak. The Tech Exsudents Association Loyalty Fund and trustees met Saturday to plan regular meetings. Ard Beta Gamma Sigma will initiate 21 members in the Tech Union at 5 pm. Doctor of education Dal Seph F Gordon of Las Vegas New Mexico will be awarded a PhD.
The Post reports that a president could order an immediate nuclear strike within minutes of a warning from the Ballistic Early System. Key advisors including the secretary of defense and Joint Chiefs of Staff would be consulted as part of the automatic decision process.
Area hail damage described with cotton ruined near Caprock and heavy rainfall near Shallowater Reese AFB. Reports note bricks loosened by lightning at Lubbock area churches. Littlefield and Lockney areas saw substantial rain with some street flooding. Public safety listed a cloud sighting near Wilson for 15 to 20 minutes.
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