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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1963
Page
9
Jack Ruby, 52, Dallas nightclub owner, was indicted Tuesday for the murder of Lee Harvey Oswald, accused Kennedy assassin. Oswald was shot during a rail transfer 48 hours after Kennedy was shot as his motorcade passed through downtown Dallas.
The article outlines Anderson's confession timeline for a murder plot tied to Mastrian, including his plan to stage an accident with a rubber hose and bathtub drowning. It recounts the Kennedy assassination aftermath, Oswald’s arrest in Dallas, and Ruby’s possible insanity plea, with federal and state inquiries ordered.
Women’s Auxiliary to the Lub bock Crosby Garza County Medical Society gathered at Mrs A L Daniels home 4707 71st St for a holiday party. Members contributed holiday desserts representing Spain France Germany and the Scandinavian countries and gifts wrapped in country motifs. The next meeting is set for 10 am January 28 at the Municipal Garden Arts Center with Mrs Leon Upshaw presenting the program Art As A Reflection Of Our Lives.
Oakwood Methodist Woman's Society of Christian Service concluded its final study session on The Three Spiritual Classics led by Mrs. Cecil Matthews. Presiding was Mrs. Mac Harrelson with Mmes. Raymond Brigham Gene Matthews L C Carothers Nan Dorsey and Tom Harris in attendance. A Thanksgiving worship scene highlighted the service. A general meeting and luncheon are set for 10 a.m. Tuesday at the church with Mrs. Galen Carr leading.
Third session of a story hour for pre schoolers 3 years and older will begin today at YWCA headquarters 161 Broadway. Mrs Johnny Keasler will conduct the six lesson course from 930 to 1130 am each Wednesday Invitations are extended to join the Great Books Discussion Group which meets each second and fourth Thursday at 730 pm at the Y. Openings are still available in the real education program which meets from 930 to 230 am Tuesday and Friday at Mingos Health Club.
Police reported thefts affecting Holiday Inn South in Slaton Highway area and a residence on West Seventh Street. Three TV sets valued at 365 dollars vanished from three motel units between November 14 and 23. Separate items include a trash can and lid from Walnut Avenue and a vending machine change loss at Moss-Gordin Linter Cleaner Co. warehouse.
Officials say Mundt's ban rejection leaves the proposed sale to the Communists uncertain. Mundt claims government credits would tax taxpayers to aid a longtime Cold War foe and denies undermining Kennedy or Johnson. Sen. Sparkman led opposition, arguing wheat sales to Communists would not chiefly benefit them. The Washington Post Office announces a new service to Cuba.
Members of District 18 of the Texas graduate Nurses Assn were honored with the 1963 Blue Ribbon Award of the Western Fair Assn. A. B. Davis presented the accolade at a Tuesday meeting, commending the group for manning the First Aid Station annually. Mary Lofley and June Ducker praised the volunteers, including 20 registered nurses, in accepting the award. Officers and nominees were also announced at the Lubbock event, with Alphal Le Claire as second vice president and Sandra Bateman as secretary treasurer among others.
UPI report notes Florida lawmakers introduced legislation to name the proposed cross Florida barge canal The John F Kennedy Canal The move reflects a tribute to the late president and aims to formalize the canal designation through congressional action.
The board recommends designating the Rio Grande and Devil's Rivers confluence as an international recreation area to exploit the dam and reservoir’s recreation potential. Also notes Dakar-Senegal poultry trial of vitamins for improved diet.
District attorneys say tax rolls cannot be closed and bonds worth $800,000 cannot be sold until tax questions are settled. Judge Bills names Sid Hopping master in chancery to oversee the matter, a process expected to take weeks as districts grapple with including personal property on tax rolls.
The AFL-CIO disclosed a $1,000 check to Mrs. J. D. Tippit, widow of the Dallas Patrolman who died while attempting to arrest the Kennedy assassin. The donation, presented by Texas State AFL-CIO President Hank Brown, includes a letter from AFL-CIO President George Meany.
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