Reservoir Project Triggers Texas Water Battle
The Texas Water Rights Commission approved the Robert Lee Reservoir Project near Robert Lee, Texas, amid a feud with upstream and downstream interests. The permit allows a dam and water diversions totaling 73 000 acre feet annually, with restrictions on Lake Robert Lee and Lake J. B. Thomas. a court challenge is considered likely.
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Couple rides 700 mile honeymoon by bicycle to Michigan UP
Milwaukee couple Dennis Sotala and Dorothy wed Monday start a five week 700 mile honeymoon trip to Michigan's Upper Peninsula. They plan to resume studies at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee in January. The bride wore black jeans and a rain poncho.
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Midland Oil Tank Fire Lights Midland Night
A large oil tank fire near Midland sent black smoke into the sky as firefighters battled to control the blaze. No injuries reported as seven more units joined in protecting adjacent tanks and a refinery area from explosion risk.
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Lubbock Banker Selected to Lead Texas Education Board
Gov John Connally announced the 18 member College Coordinating Board selection to streamline the Texas higher education system. John Gray of Leanmont named chairman and Newton Gresham of Houston as vice chairman as the board assumes duties from the Texas Commission on Higher Education.
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Doctor and son die in Hutchinson plane crash
A light plane piloted by Dr. Fritz Shepard of Clay Center Kansas and carrying his son Clayton crashed into the Hutchinson sewage disposal plant during a storm. Both occupants were killed. The accident occurred Tuesday as they returned from Texas.
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Fury Hurricane Aims Toward Florida Coastline
A battered text notes a hurricane nearing Florida and disruptions along the Gulf coast. It mentions people displaced, boats strained by high seas, and responders monitoring the storm’s path toward a southern state.
Closure Of Run Sought By Santa Fe Railway Officials
Santa Fe Railway signs indicate pursuit of an investigation to close a run between Curishad and a story. NM Haneoad spokespeople and other officials say the move affects tubs and tied routes. Changes rate for severe seats forecast.
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West Texas Battered by Winds and Rain
Weather across West Texas brought storms overnight with heavy rain in Colorado City. Strong winds and a major creeks surge caused flooding hazards along Wall Creek and surrounding areas as the system moved through the state.
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Weather and accidents dot large Texas region in stormy day
The report details heavy rain, injuries, and incidents across Texas towns including Colorado City and Lamesa. Leary Johnson drove the pursuing officers in a search for suspects, as reports mention 50 to 80 inches of rain across areas and a cafe incident 18 miles south of Lamesa.
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Weather Forecast Note From The Region
Fragmentary OCR reads a weather forecast note mentioning the region and a general outlook. Details are unclear but imply a regional weather summary and timing.
Ballinger Resident Killed In Collision
Ballinger resident Weldon Wimberley, 29, died Tuesday night in a head on collision two miles south of Ballinger. One other driver Sgt Robert Beling of Dyess Air Force Base and his wife suffered serious injuries. The report also notes a separate incident where a person named Garees was killed after a vehicle struck her near a theater. Garees is identified as the daughter of Mr and Mrs Pedro Garees of San Antonio.
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Cooler Forecast Complete Report On Weather Map
The note directs readers to Page 134 for the full weather map report. It signals cooler conditions and related temperature and precipitation details available in the continuation.
Free Use Of Mails For Servicemen Stirs Texas County
In Lubbock and surrounding counties, deputies investigate a vandalism case after a man attacked a pedestrian with a tire iron, fled, and set a tire on a Stamp Avenue residence. The report notes Congress authorized free postage for service members abroad, with officials listing several local appointees and terms.
Ellis Takes Oath for New Post in 137th District Court
Judge Ellis was sworn in as the first president of the newly created 137th District Court. The ceremony drew an overflow crowd of officials, Lubbock County representatives, and fellow judges. Howard Davyson and Robert Bean welcomed Ellis to the district court system.
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Greater Lubbock Club Campaign for New Chamber Members
The Greater Lubbo ck Club kicks off its annual drive for new Chamber of Commerce members with a breakfast rally at Pioneers Hotel attended by about 65 volunteers. Campaign chairman John Scogg in presided with remarks from George Wilson chamber president and George McCloskey director as well as John A Lagan executive vice president.
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Police kill suspect in Dallas kidnapping case
A Dallas man abducted a young woman and assaulted her at a laundromat before fleeing. Detectives reported the kidnapper was shot and killed by officers after a tense pursuit. The victim escaped by wading across a lake and seeking help at a nearby house.
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