02 Sep 1968
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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1968
Page
1
Rockets strike Da Nang killing 10 civilians and damaging U S bases. Marines clash near Khe Sanh leaving 1 dead and 17 wounded. U S forces report intensified northern fighting as Air Force B 52s bomb targets near the capital.
The Soviet Union told the United States there is no truth to rumors it contemplates invading Romania but did not promise it would not occupy the country. The denial was conveyed to Secretary of State Dean Rusk by Soviet Ambassador Dobrynin, amid Western concern over Soviet troop buildup on Romania's eastern border. Romania rejected Soviet criticism of its support for Czechoslovakia and asserted its independent path.
Iran reports 8222 dead 2692 injured and over 100000 homeless after a quake in northeast of Tehran. Red Lion and Sun says underground water system destroyed leaving tent cities dependent on aid. Army convoys bring water and food as officials warn of ongoing rescue and relief efforts.
At a farewell party near Cleveland North Dakota eight teenagers in two cars collided at an interstate interchange just west of Jamestown. Two sisters Anita and Mary Green Shields died along with six others. Irene Green Shields survived. Authorities called it one of the worst state crashes in memory.
Oscar Trevino reports about 3000 dollars in damage after vandals smeared paint on floors walls and carpets at 2119 46th St in El Paso. Three barefoot child tracks plus smeared walls were found. Trevino will repaint and does not plan to file a complaint. Insurance will cover the loss.
Pleasant Labor Day forecast for the Hub City with temperatures holding in the 80s across the region. Page 7, Sec. A.
A Lathboek Reader asks for daily support to strengthen others faith without criticism and for the Holy Spirit to guide them in finding the right path. The meditation emphasizes constructive help and spiritual guidance.
Dennis OKeefe, noted fast talking film star and action hero in the 1930s to 1950s, died Saturday night at St Johns Hospital in Santos Montes. He survived by his widow Steffie Sen, sister Mrs Nortense Ravenscroft, four daughters Julie Benito and three grandchildren. Funeral to be held at 11:50.
Tanner Laine recalls Spur Texas early 1900s barber shop life at Bill Simpson’s shop. The bustling room features four chairs, white shirted barbers, a shoe shine boy named Shine, and chatter about prize fights. Patrons arrive on a dusty Saturday as cowpokes and ranch hands mingle amid red and white striped pole and glass display.
Texas observed a long Labor Day weekend with widespread auto crashes. A suburban Dallas fire killed a couple and injured their child. boating and waterway accidents claimed several lives. a 14 year old was struck crossing a highway. One man drowned off Corpus Christi after falling from a fishing boat. The tally included multiple fatalities across the state as officials reported traffic and related accidents on Sunday.
A Detroit psychologist reports that about sixty percent of men and women in class think about sex during lectures while only ten percent pay attention. Paul Cameron of Wayne State University cited his findings at a national American Psychological Association meeting in San Francisco.
A report from Rolla Missouri details a fatal event blamed on pigs involving a vehicle trunk scene. Authorities identify key individuals and describe the sequence leading to the death and ensuing investigation.
Lubbock observes a civic holiday with many government offices closed and businesses holding Dollar Day sales. The Lubbock Jaycees and the Cinema Corps sponsor a community event with rededication, speeches by Mark, an Lubbock attorney, and a meeting at Machengie Terrace. Weather permitting, pools will open, and planned fishing at city parks ends today.
Fragmentary weather note mentions Denver and Oklahoma City with unclear temperatures. Points to a southwest region forecast and possible conditions but lacks full details for a precise report.
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