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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1962
Page
3
Robert D. Stewart, 29, of Spur, received a bronze Carnegie medal and 750 dollars for rescuing three people from a Spur filling station explosion and fire on January 6. He sustained serious burns and failed to save two others trapped by flames. a formal Spur presentation is planned.
Alsup notes surprising West Coast support for armed action against Cuba and reports Legion convention voices favoring overthrow of Castro by U S military action if needed. He observes a mix of war minded citizens and Kennedy era one worlders, urging caution against UN powers. The Las Vegas gathering reflects enduring war experience voices.
President Kennedy signs an Administration backed tariff bill giving him power to cut some duties and link the U S with the European market. Economists oppose on outcome but a trial run is deemed worthwhile with potential big impact either way.
A Chicago era remark notes Strom Thurmond claiming the United States is broke while referring to future spending. The line suggests a misgiving about federal finances and pump priming.
An old-timer recalls when home remedies were common and notes that an unloaded gun remains a dangerous firearm. The remark links simple folk wisdom with ongoing safety concerns about firearms.
The page lists publishing info for the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal and its editions, noting editor and publisher Chas. A. Guy and the publication addresses on 8th Street in Lubbock Texas. It shows subscription rates for various editions and distances, plus a pledge of allegiance text and page reference Page 4 Sec A dated Oct 13 1962.
The rebuilt HMS Bounty, costing 750000, tours major ports from Vancouver to London as MGM’s top money making prop. The three masted vessel, larger than Bligh’s, mirrors the original plan with modern below deck comforts and 40000 square feet of canvas.
A column argues against dumbing down Bible language in new American versions for children teens and adults. It praises King James for its literary power and notes the ongoing trend to modernize scripture for broader readers while warning of loss of nuance and historical context.
In Washington the Ole Miss tragedy shapes 1964 race forecasts as the Kennedy brothers face possible Republican gains. Analysts expect Southern voters to rethink loyalty, with potential shifts in key states including New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Michigan, and several deep South and border states.
Clark H. Schooley assistant professor of journalism at Texas Tech will represent the college at the annual meeting at Texas A and M college from Thursday through Saturday Cecil Horne head of the department says a delegation of Tech students will also attend.
Medieval artisans crafted leather wine bottles in the likeness of the animals whose hides supplied the material. The vessels reflected practical tanning traditions and decorative signaling of status, blending functional storage with animal-inspired design.
George E. Sokolski argues that political propaganda pressures citizens to vote for merely familiar candidates. He contrasts US and Austrian turnout, laments two party traps, and calls for curbing campaign costs and reforming election practices. He notes Americans may boycott elections rather than endorse weak choices.
AUSTIN a special meeting of the State Banking Board has been called Monday to consider the charter application of the Bank of Commerce of Corpus Christ i Banking Commissioner J M Falkner announced Proposed president is W F Neuhaus of Mission vice president is B S Byrnes of Corpus Christi and directors are Neuhaus Byrnes Robert B Mize of Snyder Harold G Marston and dra F Hayley of Corpus Christi The bank's application proposes capital of 100000 surplus 100000 and reserves 50000.
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