Lubbock Agricultural Experiment Station Opens New Plant
The Lubbock Agricultural Experiment Station unveils a 320-acre research facility near the city airport with a $700,000 value, marking a milestone in Texas farming. Officials cite two major innovations, sorghum and storm-proof cotton, that transformed regional agriculture, and note a decade’s programs added $106 million to the area economy.
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South Plains
Lubbock Agricultural Experiment Station
Texas Agriculture
Lubbock Municipal Airport
Lubbock
Texas
R. E. Karper
Don L. Jones
Lubbock Experiment Station
Dag Hammarskjold Loss Shocks United Nations Worldwide
A tribute to Dag Hammarskjold as UN Secretary General who died bravely in service. The piece argues his absence leaves the UN rudderless amid Cold War tensions, urging firm Western unity against Soviet moves and praising his peacekeeping legacy. It stresses the need to honor his memory and maintain resolve in world affairs.
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AG Hammarskjold
United Nations Organization
Dag Hammarskjold
International Organization
Hammarskjold
Mr. Hammarskjold
New York
Lubbock Avalanche Journal Morning Batters The South Plains
A fragment from the Lubbock Avalanche Journal dated September 19, 1961 outlines publication details, pricing plans, and pledges. It notes the paper’s association with wire services and press leagues, plus circulation and subscription options across morning, evening, and Sunday editions.
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Secur
Lubbock
Avalanche Journal
Avalanche Joures Publiciing Company, Inc
Ave J. Lubbock
Texas National Advertising
Teves Caity Press League
Dallas
Tessas
Associated Presse
United Press International
Texas
Parker F. Pruutt . Chas. & Guy
Carter
Lubbeck
Carter Quiside
Labheoc
Dmarning
Dente
United States of America
Republic
New Definition Of Neutral From The Times Satirized
A satirical column mocks dictionary revisions by redefining neutral as a cross between a chicken and a worm. It lampoons public figures Sukarno and Keita, and parodies Adams and publishers while quipping about nonalignment and cozy political stances.
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Bennett Cerf
Random House
Pressure Groups and Card Trade Blocs Stir Public Pulse
A columnist rails at organized pressure by entities from Congress lobbying groups to the Greeting Card Association. He notes belly dancer image spin and card shop complaints about indecent merchandise. The piece argues many blocs push agendas, with influence wielded via letters, campaigns, and sales reps.
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Nnc
New York
McClellan exposé echoes Wiley in gamble and unions
The column links Sen. McClellan and his team to Harvey Wiley in exposing gambling and union leadership abuses. It argues the hearings reveal gamblers as crooks needing police protection, while noting limited immediate legislation but potential lasting impact on public attitudes and family welfare.
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Ray Tucker
Ashington
John L. MacClellan
D-Ark
Jimmy Hoffa
Harvey E. Wiley
Sen. McClellan
Dr. Wiley
Sen
McClellan
David Beck
Teamsters Union
Beck
Hoffa
United States
Robert Kennedy
America
John F. Kennedy
Brother Bob
Teamsters
Nevada
Idalou star Ralph Smith dies in auto crash
Remembered as a top Idalou High School athlete, Ralph Smith class of 1941 was killed in a head on collision near Idalou. He earned all county basketball honors and planned to attend Abilene Christian College after ranking second in his class of 24.
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South Plains
Ralph Smith
Idalou High School
Idalou
Smith
Abilene Christian Allege
Many ignorant of facts danger to U S
An unnamed narrator recalls a Sunday encounter with a visitor who warned of global bomb threats led by Khrushchev. The exchange covers treason, free speech, and draft registration as the writer dismisses pacifist rhetoric and warns against appeasing or trusting Soviet motives. The piece contrasts naïve optimism with hard-edged patriotism.
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Khrushchev
Moscow
Russia
Communist Party
United States
Hrushchev
Soviet Russia
Goldwater Confined To Bed With Ailment
Senator Barry Goldwater of Arizona was confined to bed after a run down condition following a long speaking tour. The family stated the illness is not serious and that he is resting and not taking calls. In Tokyo a Japanese city is noted as the world's largest with a population of 10 million.
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Phoenix
Ariz
Barry Goldwater
R-Ariz
Goldwater
Tokyo
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