Around Town notices and community events in Del Rio
A DEL RICAN needing a wheelchair seeks help at 775-1105 or 774-2611 Extension 241. The San Felipe Del Rio Burial Guard holds a rifle practice Sunday at 1 p.m. under the overpass. Knights of Columbus invite members to Communion Sunday at Sacred Heart at 8:40 a.m. A Dutch treat breakfast follows at Guadalupe Gym. CYO sponsors bake sale car and dog wash at First Christian Church Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Unit meeting of United Methodist Women set for 7:30 p.m. Tuesday July 21 in the First United Methodist House of Friendship, with Mrs. John Prude presenting. Temple Bethel feeds beef barbecue with pinto beans and potato salad Sunday July 19 at Moore Park starting 12 p.m. Donations 2.75. church at 506 Enquirer. Summer Band starts Monday with practice 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Del Rio High School Band Hall for all students.
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Shipment of Israel F-16s resumes today
The Reagan administration plans to lift the suspension on U S made F 16 jets to Israel with 10 planes due for delivery today six arriving now and four originally planned for June 2 The move follows the June 7 bombing of Iraqs nuclear reactor and a review showing the weapons would be used for defense only per prior U S assurances
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Murder Probe: Waitress Hamilton Strangled in Robbery
Police say Ruth Hamilton was strangled in a robbery at a South Main Street lounge where she worked as a waitress. About $200 was taken. no forced entry or struggle found. Hamilton, born April 9, 1943 in Del Rio, resided at 809 E Eighth St. Services held Wednesday. buried Oak Lawn Memorial Park.
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Guerra brother arrested in slaying case amid innocence claim
The elder Guerra defended his brother George Guerra, a house painter, saying he did not commit the murder and noting undisclosed “salt” about the case. Local attorney Heriberto Urby, who represents Guerra, was at the arrest. Guerra refused to answer questions, citing unpreparedness to speak as police pursue details.
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Secretive Wood case grand jury shifts location
In San Antonio, federal prosecutors pushed further secrecy in the Wood assassination probe. A grand jury session moved to the old post office building to conceal a witness's identity, with visible guard presence and no comment to reporters.
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Deaths Georgia Hellen Briggs Martin
Mrs Georgia Hellen Briggs Martin 78 died today in a local nursing home where she lived over two years.Rites set for Saturday 4 p.m. at Humphreys Doran Funeral Home chapel with Rev Joe Watts First Baptist Church officiating Burial in Westlawn Cemetery. Born February 3 1903 in Lytle Texas she was daughter of George A and Cora Hellen Meek Briggs. She married Jack Martin who died June 16 1964. A longtime Baptist Church member and Sunday School teacher. A daughter Helen Gene Altman died about 20 years ago. Survivors include two sons Sidney B Martin of Del Rio and Jack Tom Martin of Houston nine grandchildren seven great grandchildren.
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del Rio
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Houston
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Oklahoma
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Dallas
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College Station
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Houstin
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Austin
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Obituary: Mrs Mary Comolli of Sweetwater Dies at 94
Mrs. Mary Eurith Comolli, 94, a former Del Rio resident, died Thursday at Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital in Sweetwater. Rites are Saturday at 3 p.m. at Cate-Spencer Chapel with W. L. Wharton Jr. officiating. burial in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Survived by two daughters, a brother, five grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She operated a flower shop in Bel Rio, then co-owned Sweetwater Floral Co. for 43 years and was a Church of Christ member. She was born March 7, 1882 in Clay County and was aunt of the late Judge Roger H. Thurmond.
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San Antonio
Garden of Memories
Comolli
Clay County
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Bel Rio
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Church of Christ
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Elizabeth Whitworth
Wylie E. Lovelady
Berryville, Ark
Roger H. Thurmond
Del Rio Student Named in Who's Who Among UT Leaders
Irving Henry Tyler of Del Rio is among 50 University of Texas students chosen as outstanding campus leaders for the 1981 edition of Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. Tyler, son of Mr and Mrs Irving Tyler of 302 Ave K Del Rio, was honored for academic achievement service to the community and leadership in extracurriculars.
Wall Street Edges Higher Amid Bid for Conoco
Stocks drifted but in early trading the Dow rose 1.14 to 956.62 as mobil launches a 7.7 billion cash bid for about 51 percent of Conoco to challenge Du Pont. Conoco board to review next week while stock openings are delayed. Big Board volume 19.07 million. NYSE composite at 75.90. AMEX index down 0.22 at 370.45.
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Metals Prices and Quotes From Daily Market Desk
Copper at 9.4 cents per pound, zinc 4.64 cents, tin 4.0990 per pound, aluminum 76 to 80 cents, gold 1415.0 per troy ounce, mercury 430.00 per ounce, platinum 388.00 per troy ounce. Handy & Harman daily quote.
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Redistricting Debate Rages Over House Demands and Districts
The Texas redistricting scene pits the Senate plan praised by entitles and Lt. Governor Hobby against a House committee split on black representation and preserving Frost and Mattox in Congress. A Western Harris County district drawing stirs GOP hopes for Wright and Henderson to enter Congress. Rep Von Dohlen faced criticism from Rep Berlanga for seeking Republican input on Henderson or Wright, provoking charges that district drawing must be equitable to all.
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Scholarship Awarded to Freddie Hernandez by Iris Club
Freddie Hernandez, 18, son of Mrs. Juanita Hernandez of 1110 Ave E, received a $500 Iris Club scholarship presented by president Mrs. Jose Maria Garza. A Del Rio High School graduate, he plans to study pre law at the University of Texas Austin, with a strong DRHS Marching Ram Band record and a 3.75 GPA. He excelled in a Latin vocabulary contest at Angelo State University.
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Pentagon Seeks Bigger 1983 Budget After 1982 OK
The Pentagon hints at a possible increase in its fiscal 1983 budget beyond the $136 billion approved for 1982. John Beach, plans director, said decisions depend on Congress action on 1982. House vote of 354-63 endorsed the 1982 authorization and sent it to conference, with details to fund ships, planes, maintenance and R&D.
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Hot Weather Forecast For Del Rio Through Saturday
The National Weather Service calls for hot days and mild nights in Del Rio through Saturday with highs in the upper 90s and nighttime lows in the mid 70s. Winds southeast 10 to 15 mph today then 5 to 10 mph tonight, high Thursday 98 and overnight 73.
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