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Newspaper
Lompoc Record
Location
Lompoc, California, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1973
Page
13
The piece surveys modern hobo life in 1973 from Ogden Utah to national trends. It notes dwindling numbers, harsher law enforcement, and railroads’ rise in efficiency, while profiling Roy Anderson a 47 year old tramp with a personal history from middle class stability to life on the road.
A feature on hobos discusses harsh justice and public attitudes. It cites a doctor who treats them for free and notes railroads fear theft and liability on busy Ogden interchanges. Elmo Scott and a veteran tramp offer viewpoints on life on the rails and the rise of young tramps.
At Fort Belvoir ceremonies Lt. Gen. Frederick J. Clarke praised Maj. Gen. George H. Walker and Maj. Gen. John A. B. Dillard Jr. The Walker gate and Dillard Court honor their service, with family members in attendance including Walker’s widow and son and Dillard’s widow and son. A second item notes US Air Force staff Sgt. John Martinez’s graduation from ADC NCO Academy and CAP leadership changes at Vandenberg AFB, with Lt. Florence Whitefield overseeing CAP Group II duties.
Aviation Week reports plans to restructure the shuttle interior after Skylab, favoring floorless, multi level passageways and flat surfaces to reduce floating debris. Proposals include larger crew EVA capability and new storage discipline with better window access and protected circuit breakers.
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