Dangers in Teacher Strikes Stir School Disorder Fears
Observers warn strikes threaten discipline and public confidence as schools brace for upheaval. NEA Weekly Bulletin cites Brandeis Center data showing 131 disorders from Jan to Apr 1968, triple 1967. King assassination linked unrest. issues of education quality and black white tensions noted.
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National Education Association
NEA
Brandeis II
Lemberg Center For
William G. Carr
Revolt of Nihilism and the Threat to Freedom
The piece argues that a nihilist revolt threatens democratic government, citing the Greek wheel theory of democracy turning to demagogy and dictatorship. It references William J. Nichols and a Dallas speech, warning that without action the U.S. could witness totalitarianism and the end of freedom.
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William J. Nichols
This Week Magazine
Dallas
Students of World Affairs
U.S
Public Has Right To Know Truth About Mobilizations
Victor Riesel demands transparency on Chicago riots tied to Democratic National Convention protests. He cites street action committees, funding from New York and coast sources, and claims of orchestrated confrontations with police and National Guard. He urges full release of intelligence, infiltration, and funding records to identify organizers and leaders.
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Chicago
National Liberation Front
Manoi
National
New York
Lake Michigan
Prague
Jeff
Hanoi
Tor Varden
Newark
George Meany
Tom Hayden
U.S
America
Hayden
Iojs
Realist
Tos
Abbie Hefman
Chicato
Toas
Rand
Ives
Nicht Elas
New York City
East Villace
Berkeley
Galif
Tradis
Pilten
Lendon Johnson
Justice Departvent
Daley
Hilton
Jet's
Cobwebs mostly the work of a tiny house spider
The World Almanac notes the cobweb is not just dust but a web spun by the common little house spider. Its delicate strands often go unseen until they collect dust and reveal the web across corners and ceilings.
Demonstrations And Student Discounts Spark Reader Letters
Readers argue about civil rights bias and peaceful protests across Chicago and elsewhere. A second letter requests student movie discounts in Lubbock and asks how to organize petitions, with guidance from the editor on approaching theater owners.
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The
Avalanche-Journal
Sen. Muskie
Chicago
University
Paley
Robert G. Purrington
Marnelia Ave
Couple Commends Truth In Reporting Of Events
Mr and Mrs Lokew thank the Avalanche Journal for accurate coverage of the Democratic Convention in Chicago. They praise the paper for presenting the real picture amid NBC critique and cite similar views in the Dallas News and Times Herald. They note the front page article Youth organized and share pride in truthful reporting.
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Avalanche-Journal
Acm
NBC
Chicago
Daley
National Guard
Hitler
Germany
Chicaea
Abraham Ribicoff
Senator McCarthy
California
Colorado
Ohio
New Hampshire
Waxahachie
Dallas News
Dallas Times Herald
WK. Lokew
S514
22Nd St
Picture Sparks Humphrey Recall From 1964 Campaign
A reader recalls a 1964 Humphrey campaign moment triggered by a photo, recalling his remarks about the Republican platform and a humorous jab about jumping a fence. The letter also praises journalists for coverage of Chicago demonstrations and names various readers and places.
Editorial Letter Critiques Chicago Convention and Press Suppression
Randy L. Lewis of Brownfield argues the Democratic convention showed brutal police tactics against youth and reporters, likening it to Soviet methods. He questions media complicity, urges tolerance for dissent, and warns of a police state undermining free press and individual rights.
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Avalanche-Journal
Czechoslovakia
Daley
American Legion
Chicago
Randy L. Lewis
Brownfield
Clayton Carter Area Overlooked in Lubbock Parks
Boab D Parrish asks why South and Southwest Lubbock receive park funding while Clayton Carter lacks play spaces for about 500 children. He notes Astrocity and Candyland parks benefit others, yet Clayton Carter still has limited facilities and many unpaved streets. He asks why tax payments do not translate to local gains.
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The
Avalanche Journal
Clayton Carter
Lubbock
Astrocity
Candyland
Parrish
Judges Under Political Pressure Noted In Texas Justice
The Avalanche Journal cites concerns that Texas judges bow to party influence, lack uniform interpretation, and suffer overloaded dockets. It criticizes juror exemptions and wonders how many defendants are truly tried by peers.
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Avalanche Journal
Texas
Lillian C. Rountree
18Th St
No assassinations at Democrat Convention Chicago say editor
Editor notes Chicago Democrat Convention had no assassinations of candidates. He suggests more club swinging would reduce shootings. Correspondent signature AM. Bruckner, Sr. lists address 800 Amarillo Road.
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The
Avalanche-Journal
Chicago
AM. Bruckner, Sr
Amarillo Road
Violence in Chicago prompts reader praise
Edward R. Smith of 1513 Avenue L writes to praise Avalanche Journal coverage of Chicago violence. He states he shares the editors’ views and expresses broad public support for the reporting.
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The
Avalanche Journal
Chicago
Edward R. Smith
Avenue L
Hanoi reshapes top communist command in South Vietnam
Hanoi elevates Gen Hoang Van Thai to command all Viet Cong forces in South Vietnam, replacing Gen Tran Van Tra, with Brig. Gen Le Throng Tan as chief of staff. Pham Hung named political commissar, signaling a broader North Vietnamese strategy as U.S. analysts watch for a new offensive before September end.
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Washington
Hanoi
South Vietnam
Chicago
U.S
Vietnam
Hoang van Thai
Tran van Tra
Saigon
Trai
Creighton W. Abrams
Demilitarized Zone
Thai
le Throng Tan
Dien Bien Phu
William C. Westmoreland
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Tan
Pham Hung
Ho Chi Minh
Viet Cong
Hung
Lao Dong
Communist) Party
North Vietnamese Board of Finance and Trade
Communist Party
Moscow
Peking
Lao Dong Party
Paris
State Department
Far East
Laos
Red
North Vietnam
Johnson
Dear Turnrow Tunner on politics and cans and travel
O C McBride ponders bombing chatter in Chicago and Saigon security via Daley. A jar maker notes rising home canning in Texas pastimes. He recalls penny pencils and country ham lunches. He comments on New York Moscow air service at 1100 dollars and fly now pay later ideas.
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New York
Moscow
John C Metcalfe Portraits Sunday Bells
A nostalgic verse traces Sunday bells through memory and childhood happiness. The poem laments the haunting tunes that bring recollections of church bells, Sunday mornings, and a sense of gentle music guiding the author’s heart.
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South Plains
Avalanche-Journal Publishing Company, Inc
8Th St
Ave. J
Lubbock Avalanche-Journal
Victor Riesel
Lene Pra
Lester Maddox
Hilton Lolly
Almanac
Texas Tech
Preston Smith
Amarillo
Cheryl Anglin
Cheryl
VHH
Humphrey
Hughhrey
Noman
Fred Beversdoef
W. Sth
Muleshoe
Small Society
Guy
Brickman
A-J
Paul Scott
Scott
O. C. McBride
Turnrow
John C. Metcalfe
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