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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1969

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U S raids hit North Vietnamese positions in Cambodia

Allied bombing and artillery struck enemy guns inside Cambodia near Bu Prang and Due Lap. Two North Vietnamese artillery pieces were destroyed while several positions were silenced. A U S spotter plane was downed but the pilot was unhurt.

Saigon Cas. Command Cambod U. S Creighton W. Abrams U.S South Vietnam Bu Prang Cambodia Due ‘Lap Bu ‘Prang Due Lap U S

Ruling Allows Neatly Trimmed Beards for Bus Drivers

The arbitration decision by labor lawyer Theodore Kreel allows bus drivers on the Manhattan and Bronx Surface Transit Authority to wear neatly trimmed facial hair while banning untrimmed beards that resemble God or Santa Claus. Mustaches remain permitted.

New York Afl-Cio Kheel God Santa Claus

Antiwar protest mass rally disrupts capital clashes

Washington endured the nation’s largest antiwar demonstration with limited violence. Attorney General John N. Mitchell criticized organizers as the New Mobilization Committee ignored Justice Department warnings. Police used tear gas to disperse protests near the South Vietnamese Embassy and Justice Department during separate marches.

Washington Atty John N. Mitchell Nixon New Mobilization Committee Justice Department

Violent Protest Marks City Gathering Despite Mostly Peaceful Turnout

Dozens treated for gas exposure and multiple arrests occurred as windows were smashed in the city center. Mitchell praised law adherence by most participants while accusing the sponsoring committee of inaction and endorsing violence. Ron Young, Mobe project director, refuted claims the committee did nothing to prevent clashes.

Mitchell Ron Young Mobe Project Young

Adjustment May Not Be Necessary

Apollo 12 astronauts Charles Pete Conrad Alan L Bean and Richard F Gordon sped toward lunar gravity on a precise course and may not need adjustments before entering lunar orbit. They planned eight hours sleep then a final trajectory check and preparations for engine blast to enter orbit while ground crews debated tuna safety.

Houston Apollo 12 Charles Pete Conrad Alan L. Bean Richard F. Gordon Navy Moon

Brownfield Sunday ceremony marks Oak Tree grove plaques

Brownfield observances in Texas highlight a Sunday ceremony at an Oak Tree grove with historical plaques on display. The event draws local residents and commemorates the area’s heritage.

Oak Tree Grove Brownfield

Daily Prayer for Grace and Gratitude

A concise prayer asks for today to be filled with graciousness. It requests awareness of divine grace on the Road Wings and, moved by gratitude, to give kind words and good deeds to others.

Showdown Vote Expected On Haynsworth Nomination This Week

United Press International reports a tight looming vote in the Senate on Judge Cheever F. Haynsworth for the Supreme Court with as many as sixteen undecided. The week also features House gun control action, draft funding, and foreign aid battles amid broader legislative fights and hearings.

Washington Seants Cheement F. Haynsworth Supreme Court House Senate Mike Mansfield Haynsworth Mansfield Sted Ag Regent batin + an Hiaies Committee Pitreavie Maritime Headquarniter Viri Orkney Island

Mystery Object Checked in Dunfermline Scotland

An object in Dunfermline Scotland is being checked by authorities amid uncertainty about its origins and purpose. Local officials say the investigation is ongoing and no conclusions have been reached.

Six Freed Pair Sought In Houston Abductions

Houston police searched Sunday for two men who abducted six people from a North Houston home late Saturday. They forced Mrs. Ray Ocker and her children to help trap the victims and the supposed ransom, but fled without collecting any money.

Houston Doc Ray Ocker

Sato Leaves Tokyo as Rioters Clash Over Okinawa Plan

Prime Minister Eisaku Sato flew to Washington with 23 companions amid Tokyo riots as student demonstrators pressed for Okinawa to be returned to Japan. Police guarded routes to the airport while talks with President Nixon were set to begin. The students demanded immediate Okinawa withdrawal and abrogation of the Mutual Defense Treaty. Weather outlook cooler and damp expected regionally with snow in northern areas.

United Press Internationals Tokyo Eisaku Sato Washington Okinawa Japan Sato Aocess Nixon United States Pacific Island U.S

Four Sixes Ranch in Guthrie Attracts Wide Fame

A Guthrie feature explores the large sprawling Four Sixes ranch known for cattle horses and racing interests. It notes George Humphreys directing operations by two way radio, a paved airstrip stables and a race track, with extensive acreage and daily activity across cattle and horse care.

Tanner Laine Journal Guthrie RBBB 6666 George Humphreys Texas

Kennedy clan gathers as Joseph P Kennedy’s condition worsens

In Hyannisport Massachusetts on Sunday members of the Kennedy family gathered around Joseph P Kennedy aged sixty nine or older according to his spiritual adviser who said he was very close to death Cardinal Cushing said he received a family call noting a very serious setback and that the good Lord may take him soon A family spokesman said Kennedy father of Senator Edward M Kennedy and the late Senator Robert Kennedy had suffered a minor setback and his general condition weakened Doctors reported a minor heart attack but no official update was available

Hyannisport Mass Kennedy Joseph P. Kennedy Richard Cardinal Cushing Boston Edward M. Kenned “iv D-Mass Robert F. Kennedy Oraneau The Boston Globe Robert Watt Hyannis

Sunday Sales Restrictions Hit Lubbock Stores

In Lubbock many shops closed Sunday due to a state Sunday sales ban on nonessential items. Dallas firm Sundaco operated Sunday stores. injunctions spread across Texas. Montgomery Ward and other outlets partially restricted merchandise, while shoppers found items like kitchenware and clothing off-limits.

Ems Sanmnieyland Suridac Clark Epa Sundaco Texas Lubbock Purdom Iitems Ave Montgomery Ward Boston Ave Fort's. Center 34Th Ee 50Th I ‘Road Texas Supreme Tim John Apguilers

Weather Outlook for Lubbock Area Winds and Cold

Lubbock and vicinity expect gusty winds tonight with scattered light rain. Temperatures will rise to the upper 60s during the day and fall to the low 30s tonight. Outlook for Tuesday calls for windier and even colder conditions.

Lubbock

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