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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1960
Page
6
The article discusses the Answers Democrats facing a decline in prestige amid accusations of irresponsible practice. It notes efforts to deface the true American portrait and describes a trend toward counterfeit comparisons with other nations, as seen in a Detroit spur.
President Eisenhower faces questions on gold prices and dollar value as global financiers, London bankers, and central banks weigh the US stance on gold parity. In New York and Toronto traders react to market shifts while political observers link economic policy to the campaign.
An Edwards Air Force test pilot flies the stubby winged X-15 in a trial mission to gain the feel of the aircraft. The aim is to reach high speeds and assess handling during the early test stage.
A chaotic financial report notes government actions and market fears as the Mexico bank suspends gold sales while the United States Pentagon discloses submarine and missile program details amid Cold War tensions. Major entities include the Pentagon, Polaris submarines, and naval vessels.
In San Francisco UPD report NLRB examiner Martin S Bennett announced findings on the month long conflict between unions and Oregon papers The Oregon Journal and The Portland Oregonian. Bennett declared certain contract sections invalid and set terms for potential settlement and future hearings.
The expedition led by Thor Heyerdahl gathered researchers to study Polynesian and American Indian links. The group cataloged artifacts, island cultures, bird cults, and island life across Easter Island Pitcairn Marquesas Tahiti and Rapa Nui while detailing ethnology and archaeology work.
Fragmented text notes tensions between communism and Western powers over nuclear submarine capabilities. Mentions Soviet navy and conventional submarines, a Western press note, and a line about arms and the cold war.
London reports Washington plans a NATO independent fleet of nuclear powered submarines armed with Polaris missiles. The plan, outlined by James Douglas and discussed with Harold Watkinson, aims to bolster European defense and reduce dependence on US cities in retaliation. Berlin and Paris debates follow as Norstad supports, others fear Soviet retaliation and spread to China.
The meeting reveals mixed opinions on zoning variances and a substation site amid objections from residents led by Aubrey Faulkher. Attendees discuss hardship interpretations, trailer-park restrictions, and carport approvals while noting service constraints and community impact.
Hool Darling of 1907 27th Street was admitted to West Texas Hospital for observation after a fall at the Charles Price Humble service station where he works around 7 15 Thursday. F E M Lanham a 40 year old post office employee of 200 40th Street was also taken to West Texas Hospital for observation after the wheel of a tail vehicle overturned while he was riding. Attendants reported the events leading to the accident occurred near Overton School where a rattlesnake show was presented by Spe wardens for Scout Pack 14.
A garbled notice describes Homecoming events including a Tech Union gathering, pep rally, coronation of Homecoming Queen on campus, a Tech Parade, and a celebration at Memorial Circle with candles and campus buildings named among crowded schedule items. The fragment references the Science Bldg, Jones Stadium, Mateapat Coliseum, and various student associations.
President Eisenhower cabinet member Robert B. Anderson urged a fiscally conservative approach while the Kennedy Johnson ticket drew active campaigning across Texas cities. Senator Ralph Yarborough toured the West Coast region before returning to Dallas for a Methodist sermon.
In Wilmington during a campaign swing, Vice President Nixon and Hungarian refugee Istvan Serenyi paused amid a race toward Washington. The Marines at Guantanamo Bay are reportedly increased in force, though officials decline to specify numbers.
The board discussed raising rates to favor safer drivers, voting down a Jackson motion to remove merit points. It adopted a staff proposal for experience rating on commercial and fleet vehicles, with nine percent average rate cuts for safe panel trucks, while delaying the denial of rate reductions for misstatements pending further study.
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