Congress Prepares for Long Session with Broad Proposals
Congress faces a lengthy session as the House and Senate clash over tax reform and a $1.5 billion military construction bill. President Nixon urges action on welfare reform revenue sharing and job safety standards while lawmakers weigh antipoverty programs voting rights and foreign aid amid a crowded agenda.
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Quiet Life Shattered by Kennedy Inquest on Martha's Vineyard
Judge James A. Boyle, longtime Edgartown jurist known for a quiet Island life and golf, presides over the Kennedy Kopechne inquest opening Wednesday. He ordered Kennedy to testify in person, earns praise for limited coverage, and is described as strict yet fair.
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Three area deaths from weekend traffic incidents reported
Three area traffic deaths occurred Saturday and Sunday across Texas and New Mexico. Amarillo woman Mary Louise Farris died after a one car crash near St. Francis Road and Broadway. Mule Shoe resident O Della Nolan perished in a Farwell crash caused by drowsiness. Seven year old Terry Lee Peyton of Arlington died in a two car crash south of Roswell New Mexico while his sister Janet Lynn and two aunts survived.
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Janet Lynn
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Mass Flight Begins from Lebanon amid Iraqi Order
Thousands of Iraqis rushed to depart Lebanon after Baghdad ordered citizens to leave within four hours or face penalties. The exodus follows a Beirut Baghdad clash over attacks in the Lebanese press, with the embassy hinting extensions may be possible but urging evacuation by any means.
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Artillery Fire Rages At Suez Across Canal Front
Egyptian and Israeli forces waged a five hour artillery duel at the southern end of the Suez Canal amid a Haifa bombing. The Haifa blast damaged cars and windows. authorities reported 50 suspects detained. A Palestinian Armed Struggle Command claimed Haifa credit. The Arab Sinai Command said a pier used by Israeli patrol boats near El Tor was blown up.
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Tri State Fair hosts Roy Rogers show with Evans
September fair features nine performances September 15 to 20 in the Tri State Fair Coliseum. Roy Rogers Dale Evans and the Sons of the Pioneers headline with Pat Brady and four other western acts. Reserved seats cost 2 to 4 dollars with half price for children under 12. Tickets by mail include a coupon.
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Tri-State Fair
Vacationers Leave Behind Much in Amarillo Motels
Summer visitors in Amarillo stash a range of items from jewelry to pets after hurried getaways. Motels say lost goods are logged and held up to six months before public auction, with a Ramada Inn dog left behind awaiting its owner’s funds for shipping.
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J. B. Corgill
Ramada Inn
Cargill
Bob Ptacnik
Ptacnik
Piacnik
Discussion Turns Prolific At Amarillo Police Station Bond Talk
Four visitors arrived at Amarillo Police Department early Sunday to post bond for a prisoner. Upon learning the bond was higher than expected they argued loudly in a hallway. An arrest followed for a 26 year old man on charges of profane and abusive language.
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Boys Ranch
Amarillo
Amarillo Police Department
Wounds Deep in Legislature Weaken Texas Politics
In Austin a string of political stumbles fuels voter distrust as lawmakers clash over tax and budget plans. A lobbyist calls it a defeatist season while Gov. Smith bears blame for public displeasure and vetoed budget actions.
Giants rout Dallas Fort Worth as Gilbert honors umpire
Western Division champs extend win streak to 12 with an 8-0 victory Sunday afternoon at Potter County Stadium. Andy Gilbert led a pregame discussion with umpire George Finnegan as 5,119 fans attended Giants Appreciation Day.
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George Finnegan
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