17 Oct 1972
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1972
Page
1
Dr. Hutchinson reports Governor Wallace shows slow but steady progress since last May 15 Latrel campaign illness rumors. Despite repeated surgeries for pus drainage, signs of recovery appear as he strengthens with arm-assisted movement. doctors caution about leg paralysis but remain hopeful for potential walking.
Mayor Morris Turner said Lubbock will get about 1.9 million annually for five years under the revenue sharing act. He hopes the City Council meets soon to set guidelines on spending the funds, with restrictions described by federal officials as broad yet time-bound. Proceeds may be saved for capital projects if used within 18 months, otherwise they must be spent reasonably. Two checks are expected within two weeks.
A roundup from Texas and beyond notes warmer weather across the region, safety measures affecting deaths in Oklahoma, and a report that Gen. Creighton Abrams will return to Vietnam for a new assignment. It also mentions East German parliament approval of a traffic treaty allowing East Germans to visit the West via the Berlin Wall. In lighter fare, a florist joke closes the page.
In Deerfield Massachusetts a man identified as John P Murphy and his dog died in separate road incidents on a Sunday. Officials said there would be no charges filed relating to the car that struck Murphy.
Mrs. Mary Ryan in Dublin expresses desire for quiet in old age and says she has earned little money from selling a few souvenirs at her roadside site marking the farmhouse listed as the birthplace of the late president's great-grandfather. She asks visitors not to bother the family while taking photos.
An Air Force search began for a downed small plane overdue from Anchorage to Juneau carrying House Majority Leader Hale Boggs and Rep. Nick Begich. The Cessna 310 had four aboard including pilot Don E. Jonz and aide Russell Brown. no radio contact since takeoff. The flight followed the Alaska coast with rugged terrain and possible radio failure cited by FAA officials. Aboard were Boggs, Begich, Brown, and Jonz. Elmendorf AFB led the search near Anchorage.
A reader offers a short devotional praise asking for faith to conquer fear love to overcome hatred joy to shine through gloom and a heart that understands ending with Amen.
Relatives of prisoners of war and missing in action cheered President Nixon when he opposed amnesty for draft dodgers and deserters in Vietnam. Nixon criticized George McGovern on the issue during an unscheduled appearance before about 750 league members. Four resolutions criticizing his administration were defeated amid charged atmosphere at the league’s third annual convention.
Loretta Lynn named country music entertainer of the year, first woman to win the CMA top prize. She also takes top female vocalist. Charlie Pride named top male vocalist. Donna Fargo earns best single for Happiest Girl in the Whole USA. Merle Haggard wins best album. Other winners include Freddie Hart Song of the Year, Charlie McCoy Instrumentalist, Danny Davis and the Nashville Brass Instrumental Group, Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn Duo, and The Steller Brothers Vocal Group.
Soviet Premier Kosygin rejected reports of a deal with the United States on a Middle East settlement during a Kremlin dinner for Egyptian Premier Sidki Sidky amid Moscow Cairo tensions.
Donald and Daphne, two ducks from Massachusetts, bypass traditional migration by flying first class on a jet airliner to Florida in under four hours. The unusual journey follows a public interest love story centered on Belmont resident Dorothy O'Brien who tracked the birds from a pond near her home.
Texas House members failed by three votes to reach the two thirds needed for final passage of a competitive car and home insurance rate bill amid a heated special session. The chamber approved suspension to act on the measure but fell short 79 ayes needed, while sponsors planned another push on the session's final day.
Sen. George McGovern drew a tumultuous reception in the Texas Capitol as conservatives joined a standing ovation during a 20 minute speech before a packed Legislature. He signed autographs amid cheers and applause while Rep. Frances Farenthold and Rep. W. S. Heatly led support and opposition voices in a tense moment.
Fair to partly cloudy and warm in Lubbock and vicinity with a high in the upper 80s and a low in the 50s. Turn cooler tonight with a slight chance for rain.
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