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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1944
Page
5
A fragment of the pledge of allegiance appears with lines about choosing to pledge to the flag and to the United States, emphasizing one nation indivisible liberty and justice for all.
A concise fragment notes a victory with the slogan Let The People Be Heard. The brief provides no clear date, participants, or location beyond the winning sentiment implied by the phrase.
The Morning Avalanche argues for compulsory postwar military training and urges Congress to assess real citizen opinion beyond organized lobbying. It supports mandatory service at ages eighteen to twenty and challenges opposition framed by groups rather than the public.
The Morning Avalanche reports the Gallup Institute’s final pre election scorecard. It correctly forecast the winner of the popular and Electoral College votes for Franklin Roosevelt and predicted a close Electoral College outcome. The article praises Gallup’s accuracy and notes political leaders cite its findings to adjust campaigns.
Readable portions urge mutual forgiveness and unity within a Christian context. The text references emulating Christ’s example and being called together in spirit and admonition.
A veteran correspondent analyzes German underground leaders and non Naz i army officers pressing for punished Nazis. The piece argues occupation must continue to curb Nazi influence while Germans relearn governance, warning against a revived militaristic regime and stressing postwar reeducation and international support.
Sigrid Schuls argues that Germans can show their talent for cooperation when not pursuing conquest and aggression. She urges vigilance and constant defense against any renewed aggression, stating that weakness invites a new attempt at war.
The Texas state court of criminal appeals affirmed the death verdict for Robert J. Holloway in McLennan County for the fatal shooting of W. H. Braswell, a McGregor case operator, on January 1, 1944. The court also listed judges and officials involved, with one appeal dismissed and another case reversed and remanded.
R L Lasseter aged 81 died in Henderson Texas after celebrating his birthday Nov 2 with twin brother Thomas J Lasseter and son of the late Dr William M Lasseter who moved to Rusk county from Georgia in 1840. Funeral arrangements pending.
A humorous reflection on marriage from a husband who learns his wife may be right about a dog tapeworm. The piece contrasts pride, honesty, and the fault lines in long relationships, warning that familiarity can erode companionship if not balanced with respect.
Diplomatic sources report Ankara has temporarily rescinded the wartime ban on belligerent ships through the Dardanelles, enabling lend lease to flow directly to Stalin. The pact, praised by Roosevelt and Hull, could shorten the European war and hasten Tokyo action, with vessels and munitions shifted to Soviet fronts via the Bosporus.
Texas observers expect renewed drive to abolish the poll tax in January with advocates proposing a registration system. The attorney general’s ruling on voting rights for disabled veterans sharpens the debate as courts and the U.S. Supreme Court loom in the background.
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