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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1968
Page
18
In Lubbock Texas on Thursday morning October 3 1968 the paper prints the pledge of allegiance to the flag of the United States and to the Republic for which it stands promising liberty and justice for all as part of the edition.
Richard Nixon argues he should not promise actions to end the Vietnam conflict before Paris talks conclude, insisting the United States must not push talks to fail. He criticizes Hubert Humphrey for remarks that could alter the talks, while noting broad public support for sticking to the official negotiating position.
The Fortas nomination was withdrawn after a 45 10 43 cloture vote exposing rifts over the Warren Court’s activism. Critics fault Fortas ethics and Johnson closeness while defenders doubt the court’s handling and long term impact on the justice system.
Many observers note that self described Utopians dream of perfection and adopt lofty plans. A humorist warns that people who walk on clouds are easily carried away by such ideals.
The piece argues that a UN peacekeeping role in Vietnam is impractical due to Soviet veto power and influence. It warns isolationism risks, notes past US actions in Korea and Czechoslovakia, and claims the US must resist aggression and maintain self protection while UN efforts remain limited.
ROWLAND EVANS & ROBERT NOVAK report Wallace’s surge among UAW members in Warren Michigan. In a Democratic area 83 percent of 50 voters interviewed expressed support for Wallace, signaling a political revolution that unsettles Humphrey’s campaign prospects in a key state.
A Washington Post commentary and reader letters probe why Wallace appeals to blue collar voters. In a 50-person sample from a steel town, Wallace draws strong support across ages and jobs, with many citing law and order and opposition to desegregation. Critics warn against mocking Wallace supporters.
Gene Brown notes in the Danbury News-Times that a jest about how friends live reveals underlying concerns about spending and budgeting among social circles. The quote hints at casual remarks masking real financial pressures.
Berlin reports quoted the Russian commander in Germany saying no UN solution will emerge and that direct negotiation with the Soviets is needed. In Texas Livingston fire chief urged volunteers over loudspeaker as 15,000 acres burned in Polk and Tyler counties. Lubbock corr noted a major street paving project will start Monday, covering 70 blocks about seven miles.
In an essay style reminiscence, Henry J. Taylor details his long acquaintance with Antonio de Oliveira Salazar, tracing their talks at the University of Virginia and in Lisbon. He recalls Salazar’s rise, finance reforms, and a clandestine 1940s meeting with Franco that he terms unwritten history.
A guest editorial argues Judge W Preston Battle overstepped in restricting pre trial statements in the James Earl Ray case. The piece defends fair trial rights while urging restraint from lawyers and the press to avoid undermining free speech and government transparency.
Elk Drugstore in Tucumcari New Mexico runs the Old West Museum drawing about 120600 visitors annually. A wagon displays on the roof as a traffic draw while the collection features 27000 items from the Old West including 5000 authentic cattle brands. The store also sells West history books alongside usual drugstore goods.
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