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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1968
Page
5
The Lubbock Avalanche-Journal Morning Edition notes its independence as a Democratic weekday paper with AP and UPI wire services. The issue lists Parker F. Prouty as president and Chas A. Guy as publisher with the motto Our Pledge.
The article contrasts Ramsey Clark with other law enforcement leaders during hearings by Johnson's Commission on the Causes and Prevention of Violence. Clark defends police authority, while critics argue violence stems from disorder and rioters, not an institution.
The piece portrays Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery critiquing historic generals and Eisenhower. It references his book A History of Warfare and notes his views on MacArthur. It discusses FBI Director Hoover at a Commission session defending Chicago police actions and urges Clark to resign or be dismissed.
A columnist argues there are twice as many moonlighters as unemployed and suggests persuading moonlighters to quit extra jobs to employ the idle. He notes many moonlighters use scarce skills the unemployed lack and some unemployed resist training or work, preferring relief.
The piece cites Hubert Humphrey accusing Richard Nixon of clinging to John F Kennedy and questions Humphrey's honesty. It recalls Kennedy defeating Humphrey in the 1960 West Virginia primary and Humphrey's subsequent withdrawal. The author argues Humphrey should listen rather than speak on the matter.
An upset Mayor John V. Lindsay blasted six hours of destruction at three Brooklyn welfare centers. Chairs and tables were wrecked, papers scattered, and phones ripped from walls as police said no complaints were filed by welfare officials.
In a humorous reminiscence, ART BUCHWALD notes the season’s start tears families apart as wives cry over TV football marathons. The piece blends personal angst with a cheeky look at football’s grip on domestic life.
Washington reports show a rising public discontent with the Supreme Court as campaigns note crime concerns. Gallup data from June 1968 indicate 63 percent unfavorable opinions and 11 percent no opinion, up from June 1967 levels.
Marianne Means reports Nixon plans a smooth transition and may retain Defense Secretary Clark Clifford. He plans broad legislative planning, cabinet reviews, and transfer cooperation, while critics worry about a potential judicial overreach by the Supreme Court.
Echo Monday reports mounting anti-Soviet underground activity in eastern Germany the Ukraine and Poland while the Soviet army concentrates on holding gains amid satellite unrest as Western observers note shifts in power and control. Florida keys brace for hurricane winds 65 mph as storm nears the peninsula. U.S. District Judge T Whitfield Davidson in Fort Worth opens a hearing on Coke Stevenson’s bid to block Lyndon Johnson from the November Democratic senate ballot.
A reader recalls a long tale from Chihuahua to El Paso about deducts on carload concentrates. The story links Benjamin Finkelstein’s estate, labor bosses, bureaucrats, and a lucrative scheme that profits from deductions, calling it the greatest business on earth. Mac Austin of Texas Ave signs.
A letter from Charles Veal of 1513 E. Stanford urges Lubbock officials to provide a local park for the Clayton Carter addition. Residents complain that taxes rose after the area was incorporated and streets remain narrow with poor paving. They request curb, paving improvements and a park within walking distance.
John A. McConnell of Plains criticizes Congress for delaying on the Pueblo crisis and calls for strong action now. The House Armed Services Committee approved a bill granting Pueblo crew members a $65 monthly pay, while McConnell argues the nation must restore respect and dignity abroad and not placate weak leadership. He warns public dissatisfaction could swing incumbents in November.
Clem Huckaby in Tatum NM urges voters to back Gov George Wallace as a true change from the Democratic and Republican administrations. He argues past GOP failures and supports Wallace as a third party option in the current political climate.
Pope Paul reasserts Catholic position on birth control drawing death by starvation warnings from Hugh Moore. Mike Mansfield calls conventions extravagant and abolishable. Elizabeth D Koontz lauds schools as dream builders for Americans. Master Canh comments on a frightening future in South Vietnam.
Giant Foods expands fresh Florida pompano program under Florida Fishermen’s Association contract. Since January the chain offers pompano at 99 cents a pound about twice monthly, buying up to 50,000 pounds per order as it markets fresh fish from the Gulf Coast. The initiative boosts a dying Florida fishing community with strong promotions and in-store merchandising.
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