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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1970
Page
13
Cambodian troops reoccupy the town of Spano following a brief enemy withdrawal as forces from the southwest advance toward Kompenis Spe. Casualties reported light with several wounded. the fighting centers on control of the Spano area and nearby routes.
Local police and traffic leaders warn drivers during the Labor Day holiday that fatigue and haste raise crash risk. Officers note a prior year tally of traffic fatalities in Lubbock and urge defensive driving, sober behavior, and adherence to speed limits to reduce harm. Officials stress planning to avoid late departures and remind motorists of the dangers of alcohol impaired driving.
The Texas Highway Commission funds a 28 mile road program in Lubbock County for 1971 under district five engineer Oscar I. Crain. Projects include US 62 82 upgrades, FM 783 work, FM 179 reconstruction, and 1.027 million held in reserve with engineers Johnston DeShazo and Fowler directing. A world arid zones symposium is planned in Mexico City November 9 to 12 with 500 universities from 27 nations.
President Velasco cited that about 75 percent of Peru's prison population are unsentenced detainees. He urged swift court reforms to speed up justice and reduce overcrowding in Lima and other jails.
A brief report by the Journal staff indicates a new chemical herbicide shows promise in eradicating Texas mesquite. Tested in controlled battle trials, the product demonstrates potential to defeat the invasive plant that has plagued plains regions.
VAUGHN HENDRIE reports rising FHA housing interest as rent waivers end for tornado survivors. New loan programs and eased processing push applications forward, with extensive local agency involvement and a city led by Bendel council supporting FHA and VA loans.
Parking troubles at the Ni Vote area affect students. A note mentions tickets issued to several students causing frustration and delays around campus transit.
A man was arrested outside Maxey for alleged drug offenses. Police reported barbiturate related charges and a scooter incident involving a child near St. Mary’s Hospital. The case is before Judge Edwin F. in the county court at law.
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