08 Oct 1969
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1969
Page
1
In San Francisco a surgeon cites traumatic scenes in crowded ERs to argue for dedicated pediatric wards. Dr. J. Alex Haller of Johns Hopkins warns of lasting emotional scars on children from harsh emergency care environments. He spoke at the American College of Surgeons convention.
Retired Maj. Gen. Cat C Turner testified he took hundreds of seized guns from Chicago and Kansas City police, sold the best for about $2000, and kept the proceeds. He claimed no wrongdoing, calling himself a gun hobbyist while acknowledging a $6800 five year loss in value of the guns. Senators and reporters pressed him as witnesses prepare to testify on Turner’sGun dealings and his removal from a civilian post in the Justice Department.
Lake Lubbock council sets plan for a bond election within six months to fund drainage work in the Quaker Avenue area. Officials study raising Maney Lake capacity for immediate relief and examine options to drain or lower nearby lakes to prevent flood damage. A petition with 500 plus names cites sales and financing woes, while officials pledge further feasibility reviews and possible Texas Tech project involvement.
Local items report chief promises to uphold in Lubbock, new fees for concert hall, a Texas law challenge amid federal rulings, and a bomb inquiry in Texas A&M. International notes mention Ho Chi Minh’s martyr status and China Russia border talks. Page indices accompany each snippet.
A reader offers a brief morning blessing asking God to walk in the Spirit of love today. The prayer seeks to bless others and glorify God for life on earth and eternal future. Amen.
A brief column recounts Susie the dog playing tug of war with her owner Joyce and growing bond with her mistress Mrs John Dunklin. It notes Susie now sleeps in the bed and shares moments of laughter with the Dunklin family as readers see playful affection and daily routines.
Treasury Secretary Kennedy acknowledged that the administration's anti inflation drive could raise unemployment. He refused to give a specific figure, saying it would be seized upon by critics. Democratic leaders claimed Republicans sacrifice jobs to curb the economy, citing a Labor Department report showing 4 percent unemployment in September, the highest in nine years.
Maj William Wooldridge announces he will invoke the Fifth Amendment when called to testify in a Senate conspiracy probe. He says he does not consider himself guilty and speaks with his attorney in a Senate corridor. He is sickened by the ongoing inquiry and declines to answer questions Tuesday.
Police said the violence continued into a third night as officers found an unidentified man dead inside a building after responding to a silent burglar alarm. The death toll rose amid curfew measures with authorities braced for further unrest and possible military aid if needed.
A local officer faces charges after alleged smuggling linked to a wider probe. Officials report the arrest amid ongoing inquiries, with authorities seeking details from involved departments and the public.
Court in Boston schedules an appeal by Ted with a dawn session lasting about one hour and forty five minutes. The judge and attorneys prepare to hear last arguments as part of a cross examination in a case tied to the Kopechne matter.
House Republicans accuse the administration of dragging its feet while President Nixon and Senate leaders trade critiques. Senator Mansfield defends Congress as split blame and credit between sides, noting independent action on some reform proposals and awaiting further White House input.
A disrupted hearing failed to pin down culprits as the boycott’s ringleader cited inflation and supplier tactics. The episode drew attention to consumer prices and store practices, with lawmakers promising more inquiry into market manipulation.
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