Senate Approves Antipoverty Bill
The Senate approved a 9.6 billion antipoverty bill by a 74 to 16 vote, creating an independent corporation to aid the poor with legal problems. A conference will reconcile differences with the House version after the July 17 recess, as officials eye continued funding for two years. The bill faces possible presidential veto concerns and criticism over the Legal Services Corporation and potential misuse in political activity.
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Customs Inspectors Watch for Fireworks
NOGALES Arizona AP U S Bureau of Customs Capt Gerald Dunham says border inspectors will be on the lookout this weekend for smuggled fireworks from Mexico into Arizona where they are illegal He warns fireworks pose serious injury risks and trafficking rises before July 4 Store owners in Mexico say it is legal to bring fireworks across the border Dunham notes about 25 people daily attempt to declare fireworks at the border and another 10 to 15 try to sneak them across Those caught face fines equal to twice the value of the seized fireworks
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Act on Busing, Committee Told
House Rules Chair William M Colmer warned the Judiciary Committee to act on antibusing legislation by August or risk losing jurisdiction. The panel led by Emanuel Celler has debated a constitutional amendment to prevent busing for racial balance and a moratorium until courts settle the issue.
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Del Rio Back When June 30 1967 Del Rio News Herald history
Del Rio News Herald recalls June 30 1967 events with Bigantic barbecue Madre Park planning Laughlin Air Force Base anniversary events for base personnel and civilians in Del Rio. Also notes past items from 1962 and 1947 with local anecdotes and notices from the Del Rio area.
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House Action Kills Sheep Predator Bill
The House rejected the predator indemnity bill 260 to 103, killing a plan to have federal taxpayers compensate farmers for sheep and other livestock killed by coyotes and other predators. Proponents led by Rep Poage argued predators are rising while poison bans hinder control. opponents called it unfair to taxpayers and a gift to ranchers.
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Suit Challenges Use of English for Citizenship
A McAllen lawyer filed a class action in U S district court in Brownsville Texas on behalf of Senobio Trujillo Hernandez and others denied U S naturalization for language reasons The suit seeks to strike down English language requirements as unconstitutional alleging denial of equal protection the right to vote and coercion to speak a language not of their choice The defendants include the Naturalization Service and U S officials led by Attorney General Richard G Kleindienst The hearing will require a three judge panel.
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Mexican Official Continues Visit to Crystal City
In Crystal City Texas AP reports talks on economic developments between local leaders and a high Mexican official Pedro de Fester Fuentes, general director of rural industry and handicrafts, dispatched on a unique assignment to Southwest Texas. The visit marks continued discussions on cross border economic cooperation and development projects.
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House Backs Lunch Programs Expansion
The House approved continued funding for school breakfasts and free or reduced lunches, extending the food service program to child care centers and summer recreation efforts through June 30 1975. The measure moves to the Senate by voice vote with talks planned today. Jose Angel Gutierrez and Crystal City officials attended meetings to discuss program impacts. Mexico offered advisory cooperation during a visit tied to U S relations and local development.
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Prime Rate Raised by Major Bank in New York
First National City Bank announced it would raise its prime lending rate to five and a half percent starting Monday after boosting the rate to five point four percent last week. The move signals higher borrowing costs for businesses and consumers nationwide.
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