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Newspaper
Amarillo Daily News
Location
Amarillo, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1972
Page
2
Weather summary from The Associated Press reports national conditions with Texas data as of 6 p.m. yesterday. Forecast details, temperatures, precipitation, and regional notes provide a concise view of current weather in Texas.
Lt. Markle of Hutchinson recounts a mid May call home describing a night of terror after ejecting 30 miles west of Hanoi. He landed in a valley after a miscue, was rescued by a helicopter five hours later, and returned to flying May 10 after hospital observation.
The Amarillo Globe-Times announces subscription pricing for morning and evening editions with various terms including yearly, half year, and weekly options. The notice lists staff roles and contact details for circulation and publication.
President Nixon plans to announce a Latin America traveling mission for former Treasury Secretary John B. Connally. Brazil is listed as a likely stop, with details forthcoming. The plan follows Connally’s resignation from the Cabinet and hints of a future assignment after the Moscow summit.
Frank Salazar Jr. age six, son of Mr and Mrs Frank Salazar Sr of 622 Highland, remained in serious condition at Northwest Texas Hospital after a noon car pedestrian crash on S Highland. He ran into the street into the path of a northbound car driven by 18 year old Jesse N Quintero of 603 S Highland, suffering a deep forehead laceration and possible internal injuries.
Actor Rock Hudson suffered minor cuts and bruises after an antique 1900 Locomobile steam car crashed into a tree and wall during a test run on a Santa Fe street. He was taken to St. Vincent Hospital for observation and released. The incident occurred ahead of a scheduled movie scene. Promethium history note included.
A sniper in an auto wounded and killed in Elizabeth and nearby areas in the early hours Sunday. Six shot, one dead, five hospitalized. victims all black include Dennis Porter, Kathleen Davis, Bernard Austin, Jimmy Lawrence, Jerry Graves, and Frank Daniels. Investigators described a small caliber pistol and searched for a two or more man vehicle while boosting patrols.
In dense woods and national parks bears can be dangerous to visitors. Authorities urge not feeding or provoking bears and to manage garbage properly to avoid attracting them. Bears may attack if provoked or drawn by scent, so campers should follow disposal rules and avoid tempting edibles.
New York UPI reports guidelines warn visitors not to feed animals where prohibited. Do not reach into cages or let children extend into animal spaces. If feeding is allowed, give only zoo approved virtual foods. Following rules protects people and animals.
Dallas attorney Barefoot Sanders upset veteran Ralph Yarborough to win the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate and set up a November contest against incumbent John Tower. With 249 of 254 counties reported, Sanders led 1,003,184 to 925,943. He stressed a fresh approach and criticized Yarborough on attendance and busing votes.
Lt. Gov. Jere Beasley would assume Alabama’s governorship at 12:01 a.m. Monday if Gov. George C. Wallace remains hospitalized in Maryland. Wallace was shot May 15 in Laurel, Maryland, and Beasley says he will not move into the governor’s office unless needed. The two former allies have a history of feuding over staff and duties.
Herbert Bailey 65 of 3710 East 15th to be laid to rest at memory gardens with Masonic graveside rites by Lodge 731 in colonial chapel service Monday. Lance Eugene Gray 13 months 2805 South Carter services pending. Cart S Squires 58 Albuquerque NM body sent to Centralia Missouri for service and burial.
In Brenham Texas former Speaker Gus Mutscher was defeated by Latham Boone III in the Democratic runoff for the Texas House District 29. Boone 11 127 votes to Mutscher 8 623 carried five of six counties. Mutscher carried only Washington County. Mutscher had sought vindication after his Abilene bribery conviction and resignation as speaker.
Proposition 9, labeled Environmental Initiative or Clean Environment Act, dominates California politics with a wide battle between supporters led by the People’s Lobby and opponents led by Whitaker and Baxter Campaigns. Proponents push pollution control, while critics warn of economic and energy risks citing a five year nuclear moratorium and pesticide limits.
Doyle B. Boswell aged 51 of 1909 North Manhattan had services at 3 p.m. Monday at Road Chapel followed by burial at Dreamland Cemetery. Frank Sanders aged 68 of 1618 North Highland had services at 2 p.m. Monday at Northside United Pentecostal Church with burial at Liano Cemetery.
The National Consumer Finance Association reports consumer credit rose by 10.4 billion in 1971, up from 4.3 billion in 1970 but below the 11 billion record set in 1968. Total consumer credit outstanding reached 137.2 billion by year end.
A Beltone advertisement promises a free non operating model of the smallest Beltone aid ever made for anyone with hearing difficulty. The device is wireless, ear level, weighs under one third of an ounce, and comes with no cost or obligation. Write to Dept. 2787 Bel tone Electronics Corp 4201 W Victoria Chicago IL 606446 to receive yours.
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