Cuban animal airlift reunites refugees with pets in Miami
Inbound Cuban refugees welcomed 17 dogs and one cat in Miami as part of an airlift that bypassed barriers. Families like Francisco Coto and Ramon Patino spoke of joy and longing, noting the long journey from Cuba via Spain and New York to reunite with beloved pets. The airline charged by weight, with examples given for 15 and 42 pound dogs, while a lone cat named Musa arrived for some families.
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Miami
Fla
Fidel Castro
Cuba
Havana
Francisco Coto
Cayba
Paquito
Chispa
United States
Spain
New York
Coto
Miami International
Ramon Patino
Motica
Caridad Beaute
Musa
Texas Tech Swine Day Highlights Merchandising and Research
More than 150 attended the 14th annual Texas Tech Swine Day as talks covered pork merchandising, pig production in Texas, and current research. Speakers included Carroll Plager of Hormel, Buddy Winter, and Dr. Robert C. Albin with a panel featuring David E. Williams and others. A national pork promotion and opinion poll were announced with plans to raise about $40,000 to launch by August.
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Texas
Texas Tech
Carroll Plager
Hormel Packing Co
Austin
Minn
Buddy Winter
Texas Swinebreeders Association
Lubbock
Hudman
Winter
Plager
Hormel
Clyde Fort
First National Bank
Don Hudman
Texas Agricultural Extension Service
College Station
Swine Breeders Association
Animal Husbandry
Coronado
Tech
Sam E. Curl
Tech Animal Husbandry
Swinebreeders Association
National Pork Producers Council
Des Moines
Iowa
Euel Liner
National Council
Liner
Texas Swine Breeders Association
Idalou
Richardson Still In Race Despite Health Setback
Fort Worth Rep. George Richardson said July 4 he remains in the race for House Speaker despite a break in his health that slows his campaign. He released pledges but will not withdraw, noting February 22 pledges from 32 of 148 House members and criticizing Speaker Ben Barnes and the majority.
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Enrique
Austin
George Richardson
Fort Worth
Richardson
House
Ben Barnes
Average watch parts count revealed in New York
A planing note explains that the average watch contains 135 parts, suggesting that dismantling one would reveal many tiny components. The fact highlights the complexity involved in mechanical timepieces in New York.
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New York
City on 70 Islands Amsterdam
This Dutch city sits on 70 islands connected by 50 canals. The area is famed for its waterways, historic houses, and intricate canal system shaping its unique urban landscape.
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Amsterdam
Britain and France open talks on common market
London reports both nations stating principle support for a future common market but warn of a long road ahead. Premier Pompidou and Prime Minister Wilson say no commitments yet with Britain’s weak economy cited as a delaying factor. Wilson affirms readiness if essential conditions are met.
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France
Georges Pompidou
Harold Wilson
Pompidou
Britain
Wilson
College survey finds fashion tastes among coeds
A Munich survey shows Latin country students prefer long haired males while Nordic girls favor beatniks. Most agree male hair should be curly and predict Beatle style will fade next year.
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Munich
Nany
A. College
Sumer
Theft hits Rodney White car twice in Austin
Rodney White reports a $100 theft from his car at the Austin police station. While inside filing the report, a suitcase of clothes was taken from his vehicle.
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Austin
Rodney White
White
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Lee T. Turner
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London
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