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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Nov 30, 1968

Page

4

UN Membership Costs Spark Mini States Debate

Secretary-General Thant argues for re examining UN access as many small and new nations gain voting power without commensurate contributions. Critics urge probationary or associate membership to curb cheap access while preserving rights to participate in the Assembly.

Up Thant United Nations General Assembly Africa Asia Maldive Islands Columbia S.C Iceland Assembly

Federal funds lag in rat crisis relief

Cities rush to use a 1957 rat control program as 15 million dollars in federal money awaits approval. Forty seven local governments applied for funds, but the Budget Bureau debates the appropriate amount amid a six billion budget demand. So far 14.2 million is earmarked for 10 cities and New Jersey, while local landlords and residents have not joined active rat abatement efforts.

Bureau of the Budget Congress New Jersey

Plan for tighter checks to curb airliner hijackings

The article discusses possible drastic steps to reduce hijackings, including pre boarding passenger searches and mandatory baggage checks confined to inaccessible compartments. It notes such measures are time consuming and costly but could be implemented with adjustments by passengers, airlines, and security agents, amid a rise in skyjacking incidents this year.

TT US Cuba

Prestige For Texas Tech Highlighted In National Contests

Texas Tech teams earned national top honors this week with a win at the Intercollegiate Crops Judging Contest in Kansas City and a local crown for Barbara Specht of New Braunfels as Southwest Conference Football Queen at the Notre Dame game in Los Angeles. John Herring Jerry Williamson and Wendell Cantrell led the crop judging team with top individual scores under coach Cecil Ayers. Tech extends its winning streak to 11 consecutive years in crop judging while showcasing prowess in pageantry and music programs.

Texas ‘Tech Kansas City Texas Tech John Herring Jerry Williamson Tulsa Wendell Cantrell Twitty Cecil Ayers Austin Barbara Specht New Braunfels Southwest Los Angeles Tech

Care In Selection for Moon Mission Theologian and Poet Suggested

A columnist argues the first Moon voyage crew should include non scientists such as a theologian and a peer to interpret the venture’s artistic and spiritual meaning. He warns that selecting ultra-modern or avant-garde figures risks misreading the mission and calls for careful choice of such “astronauts.”

Lodge Seen As Key Figure In Paris Vietnam Talks

President-elect Harrison weighs Henry Cabot Lodge to lead the U S delegation in Paris negotiations with North and South Vietnam. Lodge, current ambassador to West Germany, speaks French and has a long diplomacy record including UN service and Vietnam postings. His background could shape the talks and other advisers may join the delegation.

Washington Nisen Henry Cabot Lodge Paris North South Vietnam Lodge West Germany France Sarcen South Vietnam Mennedy Johnsen Saigon 3Own Niner Averell Harriman Harriman Yras Vance Kennedy Johnson Niveen de Goote Benn de Gande Roan de Gaulle U.S

Rumsfeld Considered as Bliss Replacement for GOP Chair

President Nixon and aides weigh Rep Donald Rumsfeld of Illinois to succeed Ray C Bliss as Republican National Chairman. Critics say Rumsfeld lacks campaign leadership and long party tenure, yet White House circle pursues the idea amid Bliss’s controversy.

Washington Fleet Nixon Ray C. Bliss Rep Donald Rumsfeld Illinois Bliss Dom Rumsfeld Chicago Rumsfeld Capitol Hill Nixon Iuurty Hini Bliss Allips Blissites Qacery Punisfedd Milworth Sears

De Gaulle crisis and Nixon aid reshuffle in leaked memo

Analysis notes Charles de Gaulle’s handling of the franc crisis and a projected shift in Nixon’s White House team. Rumsfeld's youth and Bliss replacement plans are discussed alongside Sears Milworth and Milsworth roles in shaping post election strategy.

Texas Tech Tops Hardin-Simmons for Border Conference Title

The 1948 gridiron season ended with Texas Tech defeating Hardin-Simmons 28 to 20 to end a second straight Border Conference championship. Farwell Third School honors football and girls pep squad at a banquet led by Jack Williams.

Texas Tech Red Raiders Hardin-Sinenons Papwelis Aembers Farwell Sche Jack Willams

Henry J. Taylor recalls Farmington Cherry Mine disaster

In a first-person reminiscence, Henry J. Taylor recounts his childhood in Farmington West Virginia, the mine’s underground world, the fatal Cherry Mine fire that entombed 259 miners, and his parents’ attempts to shield him from grief as he recalls the trauma and awe of that tragedy.

Lodge Washington Massachusets Senate Eisenhower Farmington W. Va Illinois Braidwood Eileen Coal City Cherry Mine

Rest Too Much Hurts Health Says Dr Hammond

Guest editorial argues excessive rest harms heart and brain. Dr Hammond cites statistics showing 19 hours of rest daily linked to higher risk, while moderate activity with six to seven hours rest may be safer. The piece concludes enjoyment can mask danger in daily routines from Charleston Daily Mail.

E. Cyler Hammond Charleston, W. Va Daily Mais

Food Fair cuts losses with cart control system

A promotional program at Food Fair ports a pipe and rail barrier around store sidewalks to prevent cart damage and theft. Shoppers pick up parcels via a staffed free service, receive a ticket, and return with the car to be loaded by staff. Gratuities are forbidden.

Parcey Food Fair Parkig

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