Rift in Daughters of the Republic over Alamo management
San Antonio rift widens as two former insiders and ex Alamo director urge a modern museum style with a business plan and foundation funding while the Daughters defend their 90 percent gift shop funded 5.5 million dollar operating budget and free admission for 2.5 million visitors yearly. The dispute centers on who should run and fund Texas revered site with no state support.
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Redistricting lessons shape Texas political strategy
The piece discusses Legislative Redistricting Board actions since 1971 with gaps, the 2011 prospects, and how Democratic candidates for statewide offices could gain leverage. It notes Obama administration aims to boost Texas Democrats in Congress amid anticipated seat gains, and DOJ preclearance implications under the Voting Rights Act. Rob Johnson shifts to Gov Perry's campaign, while editor contact details are provided.
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Stolen Pistol and Items Reported Across City
A Friday report states a silver .32 caliber semi automatic pistol with bone grips was stolen from a Richard Sr. property between July 23 and 24. Also stolen Friday were items from a vehicle on Garth Road including cash cards and a Social Security card. A scaffold was reported stolen from North Commerce Street, with suspects seen leaving in a blue gray two tone truck with Texas plate 807 R76. Jesus Marquez Jr. of Baytown was arrested on a Kentucky military desertion warrant.
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Vandalism Reported on North Commerce Street
At about 9 p.m. Friday a resident reported two Hispanic males broke windows in a maroon Chevrolet Impala in the 500 block of North Commerce Street. Damage is estimated at 700 dollars.
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