09 Nov 1973
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1973
Page
1
Former Lubbock Mayor James Granberry dodges a direct answer on whether he would welcome President Nixon campaigning for him if he secures the Republican nomination. He says he seeks a broad base of support and won’t reject any individual backing, adding the scenario is too far in the future.
City officials consider extra funds to cover a $5 million overage on the $14 million Civic Center project. Architect Paul King cites material changes and an early-year shift as possible savings while weighing eliminating the early center plan and adjusting construction methods. The city faces budgeted urban renewal constraints and the need to meet a tight award deadline.
A strong cold front moved through Texas bringing widespread fog and drizzle earlier, with Panhandle and northern areas escaping the worst. Sunshine returns as warmer readings rise, though some spots may see fog again tonight into Thursday. Driving conditions remained hazardous with near zero visibility in parts of Houston and Dallas Love Field restricting landings temporarily.
Weather report for Lubbock and surrounding areas notes considerable cloudiness with light nightime moist conditions and otherwise partly cloudy skies through Saturday. Temperatures not warm today but warmer by Saturday with highs around the mid 60s. Lows tonight near the upper 40s.
The final United Fund meeting celebrated a total of $961 415 27 raised, reaching 103 percent of the goal. Campaign chairman Geere Miller praised the community and thanked divisions captains and workers for their effort.
Bandit with two women in front and two behind took four women hostage in a Spring Street bank in Atlanta and demanded 200000. A police sniper fired from darkness, killing the bandit as he neared his getaway car. one officer was wounded and several lawmen fired about 40 rounds. Authorities sought to identify the suspect, a tall black man in his twenties.
Fourteen finalists were picked from a field of students after interviews and talent rounds at Hodges Community Center. The lineup includes Linda Aryain Seminole Linda Daniel Irving Helen Susan Geddes Lubbock Liz Lawson Lubbock Judy Sue Harrisberger Odessa Patricia Alleine Nunn Lubbock Charlyce Arnold Brownfield Tommie Jo Shaw Hurst Linda Nellie Midland Barbara Ellen Davis Fort Worth Linda Sue Miller Kemah Billie Colleen Smith Andrews Janet Starr Hall Dallas Sherrie Lynn Jackson Lubbock.
Reports say Israel and Egypt near a negotiated peace plan to end the Middle East crisis with a possible framework for a permanent settlement before year end. U S officials expect a formal announcement from Washington and Tel Aviv, with Jordan and Syria watching closely.
Rene Mary Woods testified that transcribing eight Watergate tapes for President Nixon took a month because the recordings were very poor with rattling dishes whistling and distant music. Haldeman contrasted by saying some moments were bad yet adequate for a report.
Santa Land in Mose Hood Park will be abandoned this year as city officials cut the holiday display to save energy and cash. Councilman Lonnie Hollins notes the display costs about 3500 dollars to operate and Browmeway Christmas inciting estimates 1500 to erect and 1200 for electricity.
A fragmentary prayer text expresses thanks and praise, invoking divine blessing. The incomplete lines mention light, endurance, and faith, capturing a devotional mood without a clear event or speaker.
Police say two men were arrested after a fatal shooting at a ranch house that claimed nine lives. Steelman and an accomplice were taken into custody following a confrontation at the scene and surrender negotiations with authorities. The investigation targets the weapons used and motive, with court action expected in Santa Clara County.
Readable fragments describe a robbery at a Lubbock firm. Details are unclear but indicate masked assailants, an armed escape, and pursuit across streets. Names appear garbled, but the事件 reflects a violent theft with police response.
President Nixon formally asked Congress to merge his emergency energy proposals into pending legislation and to grant him standby authority to impose fuel and gasoline rationing. He cited the Middle East war and warned petroleum supplies could fall up to 17 percent short of demand this winter.
The article outlines a presidential plan including authorization to regulate government and industry, extend nuclear plant operation without hearings, year round daylight saving time, use oil reserves, and expand federal highway and mass transit funding. It notes standby energy authority and possible gas supply flexibilities amid a broader Rationing in Reserve plan.
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