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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1973

Page

5

Senate Rejects Broad Cuts in Weapons Bill and Military Programs

Senate votes on defense funding amid debates over meat-ax cuts and individual program scrutiny. Both chambers seek billions for aircraft and submarines while resisting sweeping reductions, with Byrd and Stennis leading varied positions on defense spending priorities.

Senate Army Navy Defense Department U.S Air Force. Com Administration John C. Stennis I-Miss Senate Armed Services Committee Humphrey Cartier Wilam Prosmire Wis Marine Corps House Nixon

Area Textile Plant Prospects Boosted

A continued front page report notes Area Textile plans for a major expansion led by Japanese investors including Marubeni. The plan envisions a new Dexis plant with spinning weaving and finishing operations consuming up to 720000 gallons of water daily at a site that may add acres near existing facilities.

Leonsume de Tey Pansion Co Bur Dani Marubeni Te Wich Cox Seda Dexis Hith

Former Hitler Youth and Owens Run Highlighted in Report

The article recalls Nazi consolidation of groups including women’s clubs into a national movement while noting public unease. It cites Jesse Owens’ Olympic impact, wartime losses, and a press crackdown. It also covers a large textile investment venture Feather Fabrics and open end spinning tech, plus Texas cotton production and possible plant sites like Lubbock and Plainview.

Paso Tis Coinendenen We Ia Antan Smurces Dallas HIGOT Niwerdsi-Ten Cate Aneo Holland Netherlands Ad Lubback TIGOT Feather Ubrics, Inc CFF FFI Czechoslovakia Texas Tech University Tech Lubbock California Texas

Fair Praised as Most Crime-Free in Panhandle South

The Panhandle South Fair closed its gates after a season praised as the most crime-free in years. Capt. Jack Thomas oversaw security with 37 officers on duty and strategic placements. Four drunkenness incidents and four thefts were reported, with only minor emergencies like lost children and purses.

Panhandle South Fs Jack Thomas Thomas

Burglary Report Claims $1000 In Tools Stolen From Home

Robert Melvin of 5539 17th Street reports about $1000 worth of tools stolen from his residence early Monday. A neighbor saw a person matching a rough description near Melvin's car shortly before the theft. Police investigation continued late Monday.

Robert Melvin

Gas Prices Rise as Dealers Brace for Higher Costs

Local gas prices advance by a few cents with summer averages around GH cents per gallon for regular and up to 28 cents for higher octane. Independent stations and branded dealers urge action against wholesale price hikes, citing the Cost of Living Council and IRS oversight, while some say relief is temporary.

Internal Revenue Service Shell Binsted Cost of Living Council

Oct 22 Deadline Faces Prosecutors in Agnew Case

The article notes prosecutors face an Oct 22 deadline on indictments linked to Agnew and alleged extortion bribery or conspiracy. It mentions Chesapeake Bay Bridge contracts, a $220 million bond issue, and ongoing grand jury proceedings in Baltimore as Judge Hoffman allows continued investigation despite legal challenges.

Chesapeake Bay Bridge Baltimore Outer Harbor Baltimore Agnew Grand Iru Owens Devel Red Raider Justice Department Hitler Califor Governor's Office

Ex-Nixon Officials Face Questioning On Stock Scandal

In Dallas Texas United States court proceedings involve former Nixon aides and lawyers tied to a stock fraud probe. Key figures include ex attorney general Waggoner Carr ex Texas insurance commissioner John Osorio and several Dallas attorneys facing securities and mail fraud charges. Prosecutors say White House records back a GOP plot to influence the 1972 elections. The case lists U S Attorney Farris and Ruff plus others and a public inquiry is underway.

Dallas Thano Damcks Houston John Mitchell Torney Richard Kieindienst Carr FBI L.poena Patrick Gray Iil U.S. House Texas District Court Spenwer Tojon, Mitchell and Son John Towembarras R-Tex Atticenotaers Waggoner Care Texas John Osorio White House U.S William M. Taylor Jr Justice Department Taylor's Court Bradford Cook SEC Henry Peterson Anthony J.P. Farris Charles Ruff Tom Max Thomas Jarrell Ormand David Hoover

Food price trends vary across cities with mixed changes

An AP survey shows overall food costs rising in many areas with nine percent average increases. Sugar and milk prices climbed in several cities while pork, eggs, and beef saw mixed movements. A Miami supermarket spokesman noted weak beer demand despite stable prices.

Murs Ray Utah Alvert Miami

Skyscraper Pigeon Nest Findings End Wild Rescue Effort

Officers exploring the Great Plains Life Building found dead and live pigeons amid broken interior and strong odor. Two youths on the upper floors were found trapping pigeons and were warned to stay away, then escorted down with birds in a bucket.

Pigcon Sanctuary Wilkerson Goolsby Ain Ned Great Plains Life

Nursing Group Holds Meeting at Lubbock Medical Center

The Ameriation of Critical Care Nurses met Monday at Lubbock Medical Center Hospital conference room. Patricia Gruben of Texas Tech Medical School spoke on Isupret for cardiology patients. The group educates registered and licensed vocational nurses in critical care with monthly meetings on the first Monday at 7 pm.

Hlubbock Medical Center Patricia Gruben Texas Tech Medical School Laidebock Medical Center

Jesse Owens Reflects On Training And Life After Track

The article recalls Jesse Owens discussing his athletic past, education choices, and plans after competition. He notes his ongoing workouts, the shift from sprinting to other activities, and questions about pursuing coaching or other careers. He emphasizes belief and personal discipline while reflecting on his era's sports culture.

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