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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1969

Page

5

Haynsworth nomination attacked as character tactic

The article attacks opponents of Judge Haynsworth for alleged character assassination and conflicts of interest in the nomination battle. It cites Sen. Bayh's ties to the Kennedy circle and suggests Kennedy's motive ties to the Chappaquiddick incident, noting several Republicans may shift to support.

Haynsworth Bayh Tae Kennedy Pt Pal Chappaquiddick Island Robert Griffin Margaret Chase Smith Edward Brooke Tudge Haynsworth

Kopechne Case Delay Criticized by Lubbock Doctors

The discussion cites Dr Vernon Spitz and other Lubbock physicians who condemn delays in exhumation and autopsy in the Kopechne case. They argue stalled legal procedures impede justice and highlight calls for reform to protect victims and the public.

Vernon Spi Hearisteaver Marv Ean Lubbock Sen Edward Kennedy Spitz Antich Wn Pacoutares Wilkes Barre Kennedy

Local resident criticizes Lubbock delegation to Texas Legislature

All The People leader Oh mi Reet denounces the Lubbock group in Austin. Brown questions the four lawmakers and their support for working people. He argues representatives should respond to the voters, not special interests.

Lubbock Tesas Mr. Brown My. Brown

Crime Bill Pushes Harsher Penalties for DC Offenses

Congress debates anti crime measures targeting Washington with stiffer penalties for gun crimes. A Dallas sponsored bill proposes mandatory minimums of six years for first offenses and ten years for second offenses, banning suspended or concurrent sentences. Washington sees a sharp rise in murders and robberies, prompting urgency from lawmakers.

Farle Cabell Filps Heef Dallas House Washington Cington

Note Found With Suicide Statement About Life’s Novelty

A youth left a note saying the novelty of life has worn off, hinting at self harm. The fragment suggests the deceased may have suffered from despair or exhaustion with life.

Prayer Govts Call for United States Peace in Vietnam War

Fragmented text urges a day of prayer for US citizens and world peoples amid Vietnam conflict. It mentions North Vietnam Red China Soviet Union Europe and allied forces, plus prayers for prisoners and for a peaceful end to the war and cooperation by Hanoi.

Ashington Vietnam North Red China Soviet Union Hanoi Armed Services United States Bolt North Vietnam York United Nations

Man of Distinction remembered in Madison Avenue ads

Fragmentary reminiscence recalls a pitchman from Madison Avenue era famous as the “Man of Distinction” seen in ads. The speaker notes his refined, cosmopolitan image and wealth, describing the personality with incomplete details.

Madison Avenue Miost

Nixon Social Security plan faces Democratic push and opposition

Cold figures show House Democrats press the Nixon Administration over a Social Security benefits increase. The base pot 38%? and 15% proposals frame a fight as Democrats critique over generous raises and traditional policy. The piece also recalls Oklahoma prohibition era lore and a rustic still known as Kiamichi County Three Run Corn.

Washington House McCleskey Grorge de Lithe Fort Smith Dallas Kiamichi Ngiehborte Uf Oklahoma Albion Borger Panhandle Umbarger

Peace terms and public opinion in Vietnam debate

A wartime column argues Nixon and Johnson sought peace talks while antiwar demonstrations and a fifth column pressure undermine negotiations. It contends Hanoi aims to prolong conflict and force surrender by shaping U.S. public opinion.

Kennedy Nixon America Johnson Johnnor Baltimore Paris Mo Chi Minh State Department Hanoi

Lost Parable Editorial Teaches Samaritan Tale Gone Wrong

The Rev. David Benedict of Bayport dressed as an alcoholic to teach the Good Samaritan to 95 Sunday school children. He hoped a live parable would teach kindness, but teachers hurried the class away and no one acted as a Samaritan. The piece cites contrasts with modern tech aided teaching and social roles.

David Benedict Bayport Anaes “Church Mr. Benedict America Sonia Barey Benedict Newsday

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