Nixon Signs Bill Grants Draft Lottery Loophole
President Nixon signed the new draft lottery law amid warnings from White House aides that the system could be exploited. A deferment holder might time schooling or work losses to pick a favorable draft year, potentially dodging service. The first birthday lottery drawing is set for Monday as details remain unsettled.
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Associated Press
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Nixon
White House
Peter Flanigan
Flanigan
Scram- Sea Lottery
Two men rob Kerr Food Mart in daylight holdup
Two armed men robbed Kerr Food Mart at 3604 50th St in broad daylight, escaping with a substantial cash and checks haul. Police estimate the loot between 200 and 600 dollars and suspect a 1968 ivory Chevrolet used in the getaway.
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Avalanche-Journal Star
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Kerr's
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Crush remains problem for pupil and teacher
NEA says student crush on a teacher is a ongoing issue requiring special teacher preparation and survival hints to keep the student safe. Dr. Sidney Berman of George Washington University cites some positive aspects of crushes and argues teachers should handle them with care, suggesting a page 12 continuation.
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Tuichers
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Sidney Berman
George Washington University School of Medicine
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Levy suit filed against school district in Levelland
A High School student sues the Levelland Independent School District for 336 490 alleging damages. The case appears in Page 2 Section A with traffic violator loophole noted on Page 1 Section B and other local items listed in the edition.
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Levelland High
Suce
Prayer Bear God Blesses Lubbock Reader
A reader expresses gratitude for divine gifts beyond material bounty. The message emphasizes understanding, compassion, and guidance as central blessings in daily life.
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Lubbock
Moon rocks exhibit delayed unveiling after program mixup
Space Center Houston reports a mixup in handling Apollo 12 moon rock samples caused a late opening. Officials describe rock box No 2 with a crystalline core and dust, processed in a vacuum chamber to correct the error.
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Space Center
Houston
Suri Ae Lanil
Union Services Bring Quiet Thanksgiving Eve Service
Two Lubbock ministers and a choir with a brass trio led an ecumenical Thanksgiving Eve hour at First United Methodist Church. Almost all businesses and agencies closed as the city prepared for the holiday with schools out and many residents staying home for turkey and trimmings.
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Larry Cheek
Avalanche-Journal
Lubbock
First United Methodist Church
May Taper Off Drizzle Dampens South Plains Weather
Clouds and light rain covered the South Plains as a weak front moved through gusty winds. The outlook called for tapering precipitation and possible fog early today with temperatures ranging from 33 to 77 across Midland to Victoria. County offices and schools planned a brief closure until Monday, while Texas Tech’s SWC finale against Arkansas and a Thanksgiving service drew attention amid a day filled with family plans and local briefings.
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Lubbock
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Victoria
Labbock
Texas Tech
Arkansas
Lite Rock
Varied U S Observances Share Thanksgiving 1969 Efforts
The Associated Press reports Thanksgiving efforts across the nation. A policeman in Augusta helps a hungry family with a turkey dinner and trimmings. About 1,000 Job Corps trainees, 285 area seniors hosted by President Nixon, and other volunteers plan meals for the needy in Utah, Montana, Ohio, West Virginia, and beyond.
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Washington
Nixon
President Hears Van Cliburn Performance in White House
President Nixon attended a black tie concert at the White House on Wednesday night. The event featured pianist Van Cliburn performing for invited guests.
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President Hears van Cliburn
Washington
Nixon
A.com
POW list withheld by North Vietnam prompts criticism
Assistant Secretary of Defense Daniel Z. Henkin said the list of 39 prisoners was delayed as officials sought next of kin and rapid action. He noted Marines waited and criticized the North Vietnamese delegation at the peace talks for publicizing the scene. The list included several officers. no New Mexico men were named.
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Daniel Z. Henkin
Defense
Ote
Ina
Pentagon
Henkin
Rennie Dervis
My Lai Massacre Details Shock U S Officials
Top Army and Senate Armed Services members were shown graphic slides of slain Vietnamese civilians from My Lai. President Nixon urged action to address alleged illegal conduct. An Army probe widens to see if a cover up occurred, with one lieutenant charged with premeditated murder of 109 villagers.
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Senate Armed Services
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My Lai
Nixon
White House
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Stanley R. Resor
Vietnam
Resor
Stephen M. Young
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Hitler
Leslie C Arends
GOP
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Suit Against Bank Delays Foreclosure Over Six Months
Witness Maxey spent a 14th day on the stand in a Citizens National Bank suit. Judge Moore died late Wednesday as cross-examination explored a signed instrument delaying foreclosure and the flow of money through Maxey's accounts. The defense urged concise answers as the session recessed until Friday.
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Pat Moore
Maxey
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