Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Morning Edition October 28 1968
The page presents the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Morning Edition from Monday October 28 1968. It lists the newspaper’s staff including Parker Fo Prouty president and CHAS AL GUY Fobter publisher, and notes its association with The Associated Press and United Press International.
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South Plains
Lubbock
Avalanche Journal Levening Pahtin
Avalanche.Journal Publishing Company, Inc
Ave
Texas
National Advertising Representatives
Daly Press League
Dallas
Associated Press
United Press International
Chas. AL Guy Fobter
United States of America
Giberty
Lubbock, Texas
Nixon attack on missile gap in campaign speech
The column critiques Richard Nixon for claiming US military strength is thin and questions Hubert Humphrey’s response. It mentions the 1960 missile gap debate, Jim Gilliam and Ethie Howard as Yankee coaches, and notes race discussions around Elston Troward’s base coach appointment.
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Richard Nixon
Nixon
Hubert Tumiphrey
Elston Troward
New York Yankees
Race Cate
Ethie Howard
Jim
Gilliam
Howard
Elie” Howard
Yankees
Dar
Lithe
Pat
Jobo Kennedy
Dwicht D. Eisenhower
Chicago
Thamphrey
Jugh Heaven
Humphrey
Vic Nixom
Mie. Wumphey
Triumph for Texas Tech as MA in Journalism approved
Friends of Texas Tech celebrate the Coordinating Board approving a Master of Arts in Journalism. The move boosts local higher education, positions the university closer to Oklahoma Missouri and Colorado journalism programs, and honors Dean Garets for shaping the department.
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Texas Tech
Techs
Universities of
Oklahoma
Vissouri
Coloraddo Wich
Hiowi
Det
Broadway
Avenue QO
Texas Weoh
Wook
Garets
Campaigning style confuses voters amid 1960s U S election discussion
An editorial laments modern campaign tactics creating voter confusion. It argues position papers lack substance and calls for clearer messaging from Democratic and Republican nominees. The piece notes potential GOP gains in Congress and critiques generalization in political statements.
Editor Objects to Fairness of Attacks on Secretary Freeman
The letter writers condemn attacks on Secretary Freeman as unfair and unfounded while praising direct farmer subsidies and the 1960 cotton loan rate policy. They defend the Plains Cotton Growers Board stance, criticize editorial bias, and urge balanced reporting amid national political talk and Soviet relations.
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The
Avalanche Journal
Freeman
Duane Haseel
Ero
Wedi
CCC
Rodps
Congress
Senate
Bne
We Plains Cotton Growers Board of Directors
Ue Plains
Mia Breegnan
Ke Mie
Paul Lewis
Sey W. Jackson
Floydacda
Wallace in No Debate Dream Sparks Nixon Humphrey Clash
Wallace supporter laments Nixon and Humphrey backers claim Wallace cannot win. The piece cites Wallace circles arguing a Wallace vote could help Nixon or Humphrey, while polling and watchers warn that Wallace is wasted. The text criticizes the two major parties for portraying Wallace as a spoiler.
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Wallace
Nixon
HHH
Humphrey
Traphrey
Pennsylvania
Nisan
Pumples
Tinabert Humphies
Wallace Tiyan
Wallaer
Nason
Walbier
Vhex
George
Ocessar
The Otepka Case Recalled In Public Debate
A reader recalls the Otepka affair criticizing the State Department for purging loyal security officers. The piece notes Kennedy era changes pushing personnel without clear clearance and cites Sen. Dodd's censure critique. It references calls for reinstatement and ongoing controversy over police state tactics.
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Edlroor
The
Avalanche Journal
Otta Otepka
Com Munime
Otepka
Kennedy
Bobby Kennedy
Ted State
Deperere
State Department
Thomas Dodd
Dean Rusk
Dodd
Senate
Sears
Otepka Sau
Rauisk
Sql Wielils
Jila Udspo Sn
Political rhetoric and confusion in wartime editorials
The Avalanch Journal blasts policy proposals by Nixon and Humphrey, accusing them of vague plans and misstatements. It praises Allen Burke as clear and capable, while criticizing Nixon for not detailing ideas and warning against protest disruptions.
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Avalanch-Journal
Pricky Dick
Humphrey
Nixon
Las
Earder
Eve Aavsars
Freedom
Allen Burke
Wolfferth
Woman of character sought for President in editor’s plea
Pill Sikes Jr of Slaton writes that a qualified woman is needed for president and condemns male candidates as slanderers. He urges mercy for future generations amid district campaign tactics.
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The
Avalanche-Journal
Pill Sikes, Jr
Slaton
Nixon Eyes California Victory In Heavy Campaign Push
The Nixon campaign plans heavy media spending in California with an estimated 6.5 million dollars from Ted Cummings as Humphrey trails. O'Brien reassures Ala Cranston that Humphrey will rally in the state, but California Democrats show pessimism and weak organizational support.
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San Francisco
Humphrey
Larry O'Brien
Ala Cranston
California
O'Brien
O’brien
Nixon
Los Angeles
Ted Cummings
Friends
Letters Useful to Congressmen Spark Editorial
A Birmingham News editorial argues letters from constituents illuminate diverse issues beyond a busy Congress. It notes presidents and advisers cannot know every detail and urges Alabamians to write, stressing the value of direct constituent input in shaping legislation.
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Montgomery
Johnson
California
Newman
Birmingham
Paris Coal Mine Strikers Fire on Troops in 1948 Clash
In an Oct 28 1948 report from Lubbock Morning Avalanche, Paris coal mine strikers exchange gunfire with soldiers as tanks and armored vehicles advance. Government officials accuse opponents of mudslinging while national politics feature comments by Governor Dewey and President Truman. Lyndon B. Johnson calls for senate probes into counties tied to a Democratic runoff, which Johnson won by 87 votes over Coke Stevenson. Lubbock school board endorses a $0.5 million bond to ease crowded conditions in the district.
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Lubbock
Paris
Lyndon B. Johnson
Senate
Johnson
Coke Stevenson
Lubbouck Public
Lubbock Independent School
Wiring For Sound And Profit At Wolfe's Camera Shop
Wolfe's Camera Shop in Topeka expands into sound installations with $600 average per customer. Harold G. Worswick promotes real estate contacts, architect involvement, and contractor wiring for industrial sites. shop stocks 18 brands and 10 units per category to enable rapid custom installs. He notes $12,000 in in and out sound inventory ready for orders.
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Wolfe
Topeka
Kan
Harold G. Worswick
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