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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1969
Page
5
A faction of Young Turks schemes to unseat Speaker McCormack over a staff member accused of accepting money to influence actions. Supporters caution against blaming the Speaker for subordinates, arguing a leader must oversee employees while defending McCormack from internal ouster efforts.
In Austin the Attorney General, addressing the Austin Independent School District Board, says it is illegal to pay teachers who are heads of families more than others for that reason. Pay should reflect type and quality of work, not family status, and differentials should be based on merit and job requirements. The AG notes court decisions may vary, but logic supports merit based pay.
The article reports a New York City bank president joking with new vice presidents about future wealth and high prices. It notes financial experts warn inflation could rise sharply if unchecked, reflecting concern over costs and policy effectiveness.
A fragmented report notes a demonstration praising racial progress in professional sports. It cites Negro participation in major leagues, estimating around 30 percent of players as Negro and a similar share among participants, reflecting era attitudes and ongoing integration debates.
Rowland Evans and Robert Novak report a major backlash against Mayor Carl Stoker amid reelection efforts. Prominent community leaders and business figures raised substantial funds for Richard McDonnell while urging quiet support for a second Stokes term to maintain racial harmony.
Marianne Means reports Nixon maintains calm in seven televised press conferences while facing domestic discontent fueled by antiwar criticism. The piece notes missteps at times, GOP strategists debate race politics, and how Stokes and Perk influence Republican handling of urban, race-related tensions.
A garbled missive alleges CIA denial of actions last summer and sketches a web of arms shipments and covert plots involving Chad Haiti and U S agencies. It hints at political pressure, secrecy, and potential intervention while urging adherence to law and public accountability.
A compact reminiscence piece recalls earlier times on Memory Lane with reflections from Avala on a quiet morning. The writer frames tradition, community ties, and local scenes triggering shared memories.
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