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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1965
Page
5
A new combined operation by U S and Vietnamese forces launched from a ground zero miles west of the battlefield. Troops landed by helicopter within fifteen minutes and assumed fighting positions, underscoring the concept’s value. Sheldon Cohen is scheduled to speak at the meet here.
Tax commissioner Cohen discussed taxpayer concerns during speaking tours. He proposed a different graduated withholding system and direct filing with service centers to speed returns and cut government costs. He noted most letters are routine and shared that he also fills out his own taxes. Two CBS helicopter crew members survived a downing incident referenced in the report.
A 15 year old boy was trapped by a burglar set by R A Hardesty at his Har desty Coachwork shop in Lubbock. The youth was held at gunpoint until officers arrived and was turned over to juvenile authorities.
A 3-year-old boy, Jesse Reyna, son of Mr and Mrs Esabel Reyna of 2416 Auburn, was crushed when his father's car rolled forward in an alley off Auburn. He underwent surgery for a ruptured spleen at Methodist Hospital and was listed in serious condition. The father said he started the car and did not see the child between his car and another parked vehicle. He shifted to neutral to start the engine.
In Philadelphia two pictures of Adolf Hitler a World War II German machine gun and related wartime items were stolen from a display case aboard the cruiser Olympia Dewey’s flagship now a marine museum. The theft occurred on the first day the Olympia opened to the public at its new Delaware River berth.
Leslie Kimble, 17, a Hello Dolly dancer, reunites with her wounded Marine boyfriend Dave Snow at a military base near Saigon. Snow, shot in the hip in an ambush, flies in from Qui Nhon for a surprise meeting in star Mary Martin's dressing room with producer David Merrick and Miles Martin observing.
Dr. Nelson F. Waldman of Houston keynoted a four state seminar luncheon with about 125 attendees from Texas New Mexico Oklahoma and Colorado. He urged documenting the Texas Optometric History to be filed at the University of Houston College of Optometry.
D LANA ANSLEY 12 daughter of Mr and Mrs Tom Ansley at 1908 42nd St Lubbock is profiled as a national champion in a tricky riding event showing flags with special meaning. The story highlights her skill and family background in a vivid hometown portrait.
President Johnson met with reporters and family at the White House praising patience and love while detailing his hospital stay and plans. He noted doctors forecast 10 to 14 days and discussed upcoming visits, bills, and his stance on congressional action.
Indonesian army raided the plush Hotel Indonesia taking four suspected Communists. a fifth died escaping. President Sukarno returned to his palace amid rising Moslem anti Communist demonstrations backing the army. The PKI, unions, and PKI leaders faced destruction as mobs burned structures and authorities pressed for bans.
Six days have passed without trace of Rhonda Lee Oglesby Miss Arkansas 1985 who disappeared after a telegram and a brief resignation. The young pageant winner was last heard from in Pine Bluff Arkansas and authorities have limited leads in the case.
Coast Guard doubles weekend presence while refugees in Miami await orders and the revolutionary government frames the killings as treason. D'Lana, a Lubbock youth, rides a national contest path with 49 trophies and 1,000 ribbons as Cuba loosens travel rules and Johnson weighs orderly departure.
Reported resignation by Rhonda Oglesby as Miss Arkansas triggers missing person concerns for her and Lee Carter. FBI aid discussed but not requested. families in Pine Bluff and Hot Springs seek answers as officials note lack of complaint and unclear circumstances.
A Great Falls sign company erased a 10 by 26 foot Interstate 15 billboard that read Impeach Lady Bird. Partner Roger Hanson said the humorous sarcasm was missed by many people and some thought it in bad taste. The message was the company's own idea, not a client request.
President Tito sent a cable to President Johnson wishing him a quick recovery after surgery. The message expressed satisfaction that the operation was successful and extended best wishes for a speedy convalescence. Lisbon reports Portuguese diplomats will receive larger allowances.
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