Countdown Falls Behind Schedule for Apollo Moon Flight
Technicians four hours behind in activating Apollo electric generators due to a faulty valve. Final countdown resumes at 8 51 p m EST with Borman Lovell and Anders aiming for a weekend launch despite overcast skies. Lovell and Anders stay with wives in Cocoa Beach while Borman remains with crew.
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Del Rio area holds holiday events and exams schedule
The December 28 JUNO event at Del Rio Civic Center features Lamar Junior High as fas Christ day in Moody Cafeteria with choir and band members. Mid term exams in San Felipe ISD wrap Friday as Superintendent Sigala notes preference for early testing. Deputy Bohks leaves with nine to serve sentences in Bexar County Jail. High school and junior high dances planned at Del Rio Youth Center with music by The and semi formal junior high dance.
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Weather Report for Del Rio and Vicinity
Partly cloudy Friday with cool mid sixties. Southeast winds 5 to 15 mph. Noon humidity moderate. Matinee Wednesday forecast to reach 67 with a low of 43. Early morning low around 36. Sunset at 5 49 and sunrise at 7 33.
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Del Rio ISD to Receive Federal Impact Aid Funds
Poole Jr. announces Del Rio Independent School District will receive 115708 in federal impact aid for the current year under Public Law 874. The district has 29500 remaining entitlement from last year and about 90 percent of the total allotment, roughly 300000, has been disbursed to date.
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Viet Cong To Free Three GIs In Peace Gesture
Liberation Radio reported the Viet Cong will release three American prisoners as a humanitarian gesture to show peace aims. The group also signaled freeing a number of South Vietnamese detainees to mark the eighth anniversary of the Liberation Front.
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National Bank To Pay Dividend
Directors of the Del Rio National Bank declared a semi annual dividend of one dollar per share. The board announced the payment will be made to shareholders of record on a date to be announced.
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Bank and Trust Sets Dividend Amid Turbulent Year
A financial notice reports dividend decisions by Bank and Trust, with unspecified figures amid a turbulent period. The text notes currency concerns and references a speaker named Seetasney, unclear in role, and an irregular Christmas ban vote fragment.
Amistad Dam Water Storage Update
Amistad Dam impounded 145 63 feet of water this morning with storage measured at 702 985 acre feet. Details reflect ongoing water management and reservoir levels as reported Wednesday.
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Mrs RFK and baby leave hospital for Hickory Hill
Ethel Kennedy and her week-old daughter Rory Elizabeth Kathleen Kennedy went home to Hickory Hill today. Mrs Kennedy, widow of Senator Robert F Kennedy, exited the hospital after the birth.
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Acuna Shooting Leaves Woman Gravely Wounded
Police report a shooting at 12:45 a.m. in Ciudad Acuna left a woman gravely wounded. Col. Acuna said Silvano is held in Acuna jail and was a friend of the woman. Rodrigues fled the tavern with Jose Perez Garcia driving him away. Roadblock set up by authorities followed the incident.
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Local furniture store to stay open despite national event
In Longview Texas Frank Collier owner of a furniture store announces the business will remain open as usual during the ongoing national event. The move aims to serve customers despite widespread disruptions affecting other retailers.
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Cambodia Freeing 12 U.S. Servicemen After Boat Seizure
Phnom Penh announced the release of 11 U.S. servicemen and a South Vietnamese soldier from a patrol boat seized in July after straying into Cambodian waters. Prince Norodom Sihanouk said they will be flown to the United States via the Australian Embassy. Washington confirmed the men will be returned to the United States as border disputes with South Vietnam persist.
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Kidnap Suspects In Running Gunbattle Flee
Police pursue armed suspects after a kidnapping attempt ends in a running gunbattle. A blue car with a Massa plate is linked to the incident and a resident reports a rifle-toting group in the area. Authorities investigate as details about the ransom and involved individuals emerge.
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Doran on Panel Meeting Friday
San Antonio report notes a Texas House committee will hold its first hearing Friday to seek suggestions on boosting entertainment in the state. Chairman Joe Ratcliff of Dallas says the aim is to attract more entertainment features and persuade producers to choose Texas as a new center.
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North Vietnamese Hold Talks But Warn Against Renewed Attacks
The meeting between U S envoy Cyrus Vance and North Vietnamese negotiator Ha Van included warnings that Viet Cong attacks on Saigon would ruin the chance to end the bombing halt. Officials indicated the parties showed no firm agreement and would await new instructions.
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Visitors' Center Being Landscaped Near Roy Bean Saloon
Langtry Texas crews from Kahn Construction Co work on the landscaped grounds of the new visitors' center beside the Roy Bean Jersey Lilly Saloon. The building is a tile 2,000 square foot structure under construction, with Parsons noting the project will take time to complete.
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