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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1961
Page
6
Portions of Amarillo were flooded after a sudden downpour as rainfall moved east from Dumas. Emergency crews from the Department of Safety report minor flood conditions and motorists Dave Allen and others used headlights when the sun was obscured by dark clouds.
In Houston AP report, Texas Republicans blame the state legislature for the tax shortfall as a shared crisis. The piece notes debates, political tension, and calls for action while describing storm impacts across the Panhandle and South Plains with hail and possible tornado activity near Mule Creek and Mule Shoe.
Turbulent storm season causes widespread flooding and power issues across several towns. Heavy rain and hail damage basements and homes, with instances of minor fires and sewers overwhelmed. Officials note temperatures near 24 degrees and continued unsettled weather across Pennsylvania and surrounding regions.
Paris and Washington diverge on UN usefulness and France's place in NATO as De Gaulle seeks a broader national sovereignty. The French leader pushes for a shift in nuclear testing talks and a tougher stance toward East Germany amid looming East-West tensions.
Texas senators stand firm on a tax plan amid broader international and political turmoil described across reports. The article notes tensions in the U S Senate and mentions leaders including Kennedy and De Gaulle, with references to Congo, Vienna, and Moscow, framing a high-stakes climate surrounding policy and wartime alliances.
The President warns that Soviet and Communist China may press expansion against free nations while aiming to downplay Soviet premier Khrushchev. Kennedy had two busy New York days meeting Israeli Prime Minister Ben-Gurion and hosting a tribute dinner for Gen. Omar Bradley after returning from Hyannis Port. About 1,500 attended the New York dinner as Kennedy stressed that the nation seeks peace and freedom. Vice President Lyndon Johnson sat with Kennedy at the dais as the talks proceeded.
Gov Ben Ramsey calls a special session plan as Senate and House tax conferees clash over the sales tax and budget. Speaker Tyrone, Daniel, and Turman argue over spending, with committees proposing a general revenue rise to 36.5 million and a 2,200 bed expansion for state facilities while resisting a rushed tax package. Turman condemns a potential hoax on Texans and urges a calm, responsible path ahead.
Traffic incident in the city injures two babies and a person, reported Tuesday around 12:18 pm near E Fourth Street and Stand Avenue. Officers responded and arrangements noted at West Baren Con.
A 16 year old boy confessed to police he attacked and killed 76 year old Heisler in a New York elevator incident. Detectives quoted the youth as saying he “just swank Raywire” before the admission. The case hinges on the elevator confrontation and ensuing arrest.
Geneva dispatch reports renewed deadlock delaying renewal plans. Police report two youths detained and one 80 year old person involved, with no immediate resolution stated. Officials urged calm as authorities probe the incident and seek a pathway forward.
Texas voters will decide on 14 proposed changes in the November general election. The amendments include allowing the legislature to delegate authority and addressing veteran land matters and non veteran access to purchase forfeited land.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss a November election with a proposed amendment affecting welfare benefits for officials and dependents, retirement and disability provisions, and potential state employee eligibility. The text mentions creation of a hospital district in Brazoria County and agency roles on boards as consultants, with unclear details and several garbled phrases.
Lana and Jean Flipping, Tahoka area winners, attended a Smithsonian National History Institute peek after the Ava lanches Journal Regional Contest. Lana wore the blue floral dress she wore when winning the regional bee at Lubbock. Jean traveled with cousin Steven Palmer of Vernon, a regional bee winner. Palmer, formerly Claudia Draper of Tahoka, was in the nursing class.
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