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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1971
Page
3
The document outlines President Johnson’s plan to escalate U.S. forces in Vietnam, detailing bombings, troop increases, and requests to Congress. It notes talks with McNamara, Westmoreland, and allies, and emphasizes avoiding nuclear war while committing to defend Southeast Asia.
President Nixon grants Treasury Secretary Connally full negotiating powers with Japan on political and economic matters. Connally to discuss yen revaluation and U.S. surtax lifting with Prime Minister Kishi in Tokyo in early November. The talks cover Japan's aid to developing countries totaling 1.8 billion dollars in 1970, with final decisions staying with the President.
The Vantage Point argues Hanoi used assassinations to destabilize South Vietnam. It cites over 400 government officials killed and about 1,100 kidnapped in 1964, plus more than 6,000 civilian killings between 1962 and 1965, highlighting fear and disruption among local leaders.
In Big Spring area, Charlie’s Revolutionary Union members Crowley and Daniel Holden were found guilty of murder with malice in the March fatal shooting of Tony Butler. The unemployed pair testified they spoke with a newsman before the House Internal Security Committee hearings. The jury planned to return today to decide their punishment as testimony tied the case to alleged RU activity and narcotic disputes.
In a San Francisco AP report spanning 1969 through early 1971, Revolutionary Union leaders and members, including Chris Menchine from Palo Alto and Marcelle Stevens of Dallas, deny stockpiling explosives while acknowledging ties to Maoist currents. FBI infiltrator claims and a San Jose demonstration against Nixon are discussed amid denials.
New York officials warned of dangerous lead in pencils after tests found unsafe levels in about one third of 340 pencils. Thelma Lichblau and Bruce McDuffie cited consumer and academic findings, urging recalls and safer substitutes.
Detectives seized pills and needles in a raid near Odessa after reports of financial strains and hospital shortages. The operation occurred around 9 15 p m Friday near Texas Tech and involved arrests. Authorities described plans for aerial ambulances to improve hospital use and patient care.
Odessa leader Richard White urged a regional medical program with Medical Center Hospital as its hub. He argued for a coordinated system to improve hospital care across Ector County and the surrounding region.
Lubbock Fire Department units rushed to several alarms Friday with no major damage reported in most incidents. A kitchen heater caused a minor blaze at the N J Robnett home injuring a chair and cushions, while a dumpster fire near Bangor and doth Street caused no structural damage. A gas can leak at a residence prompted standby until the gas company arrived. One alarm was later deemed false.
Two loud booms shook the Daly City region near San Francisco early Friday, damaging windows and homes and prompting dozens of 911 calls. Residents reported a plume on San Bruno Mountain while officials ruled out Air Force sonic booms. cause remains unknown.
Four men robbed Farr's Super Market at 27th Street and Osage Avenue, escaping with about 38500. A car found near the scene shortly after the 10 a.m. heist tied to Jesse Mickey who reported his car stolen earlier. The robbers wore Halloween masks and used revolvers to take cash from the First National Bank delivery.
Lubbock Independent School District invites bids for severce equipment and poly carbon glazing. Bids due by 2:00 PM CST on November 3 and November 4, 1971 respectively at the Director of Purchasing office 1628 19th Street Lubbock Texas. Bids opened and read aloud.
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