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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1970
Page
10
An aging ranger known as a famed Plumper athlete is retiring after a 39 year career. The veteran, possibly nicknamed for his role as a plumper, is expected to end his long tenure with the force.
longtime Rangers veteran Allee discusses his 12 hour days with the Texas Rangers, past gunfights and a brush with Mexicans accused of rights violations. He recalls a 1937 Laredo incident, a bushwhacker scalp wound, and plans to retire to a 775 acre ranch near Carrizo Springs with family.
Arab guerrilla front threatens further action as 414 detainees are split between Amman and new safe havens after the destruction of three airliners. Britain West Germany and Switzerland inch toward releasing Arab commandos while key hostages may leave freely if demands are met.
Lubbock County Democrats and Republicans prepare for the governor’s convention with key caucuses at the Adolphus Hotel. Delegates draft platforms, and race names include Smith for governor and Bush for the U.S. Senate as Republicans seek a strong stance for November.
Light showers fell across Southeast Texas and the Dallas Fort Worth area at a late hour Saturday. Earlier, freeze warnings were issued for the Dakotas Wyoming Idaho northeast Colorado and portions of Minnesota Montana Oregon and Washington.
Ex Marine Michael Trammel dies at the scene after a car rolls over near an agricultural area. A girl is injured and taken to a local funeral home. services held at 40 Jam Saturday. Trammel, a two war veteran, is survived by family members in Lubbock and Lanshack.
Edward Fugene Hervey was found shot dead in his home at 10168 Ave early Saturday. Police said a fight occurred and no weapon was found. Justice of the Peace Wayne LeCroy pronounced him dead at 4 am. The body was taken to South Plains Funeral Home with arrangements pending.
Unclear OCR text describes a Texas entrant with references to Miss America, pageant questions and various names. The readable fragments mention Miss West Texas and a local figure tied to the event, with scattered references to judges and interviews.
The National Council of Churches announced it will withdraw from coordinating a pan Christian conference in America to avoid antagonizing nonmember and anti council groups. Leaders cited fear that the council name could deter participation from many denominations while aiming to keep roots with major churches and regional groups. The move follows behind the scenes diplomacy and debates over an interdenominational gathering to foster broader Christian exchange and unity.
Three Amarillo residents were injured in a Varat airplane crash Saturday near Lubbock Regional Airport while returning from Midland. CPilot Carl Hefner 41 circulation manager Amarillo Globe-News and James Braughton and Mies Hefner suffered back and head injuries and were admitted to Methodist Hospital in fair condition. Witnesses at the control tower reported the plane had an unstable approach to runway 17 left before crashing about half a mile from touchdown.
In Brussels suburb Larken peete acid Geeren a militant Flemish group attacked a cafe with broomsticks as a man struck a Georgina teacher who died after a fatal incident. Police arrested six members of the Flemish Peoples Union who were campaigning posters in the area.
Washington officials worked through the weekend to avert a nationwide railroad strike at one minute past Monday midnight. Assistant Secretary of Labor W. J. Ussery, the administration’s chief mediator in the wage dispute between four AFL-CIO rail unions and the industry, said he is encouraged by progress.
A C Preston 76 died about 11 a m Saturday at home after an apparent stroke. Services Monday at Assembly of God Church officiated by Rev John Mifflin. Burial in East Mound. Retired farmer, lived in Motley County 25 years. Survived by wife Tisha Portales. daughter Delmon Stewart Lubbock. brother Hugh Farwell. sisters Vernon Latimer Lubbock and Gladys Poole Amarillo. three grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
Red Cross estimated up to 4000 Texans fled homes with about 2000 using shelters Friday night as cleanup began removing masking tape and debris. Meserale, an insurance rep, noted the storm spared the valley. 179 people stayed at Texas State Technical Institute while Port LaBelle residents evacuated to shelters. Stores opened Saturday as residents stocked up on canned meats and supplies.
Rites held for Lloyd Hartman, who died Tuesday after a heart attack in Carnel. Hartman, a former restaurant cook and longtime club worker, was born in Honesgrove. Survived by two brothers Coyde and Thurman, and two sisters Mrs Myrtle rm) and Mrs Jewe. Burial followed at a local cemetery.
Several fire alarms responded to incidents causing damage in multiple locations. One blaze damaged property near Beech Avenue while another fire and a gas-related incident occurred on 44 7th Street and at a trash site. Additional calls were reported on Lake Parson, Cavyen, and along Iialog Highway near East Rroaa Wy.
AP report from Amman describes the six day captivity aboard an airliner where passengers, including children, adapt to routine under guerrilla control. crew and detainees share meals, prayers, and small rituals as they endure the desert heat and uncertainty.
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