09 Jun 1972
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Newspaper
Mesquite Daily News
Location
Mesquite, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1972
Page
1
East European sources say the Soviet Union has widened its peace offensive to China with signs of Beijing's response. Moscow aims to normalize relations on multiple fronts following summit agreements between Kremlin leaders and President Nixon last month.
Sheriff's deputies investigate shotgun blasts into the Smith Construction Co. office linked to Farenthold defraud case. Investigators seek Farenthold's last hours, while a note threatens him and a high speed boat sighting prompt scrutiny. The victim’s body was found washed ashore after being tied to a concrete block.
Jack B. Lipsey reported four chrome imitation hubcaps stolen from a 1970 Ford pickup in the Big Town Shopping Center parking lot. The chrome spinner caps were valued at 80 dollars, classing the theft as felony, authorities said.
Two 10 year old Mesquite boys were arrested after ten letters were stolen from a mail truck on Sierra Drive and Jardin Drive. The letters were found dumped in a resident's swimming pool. The youths were counseled by juvenile authorities and released to their parents.
Mesquite citizens regain eligibility to purchase federally subsidized flood insurance under the National Flood Insurance Act. The city renewed eligibility by submitting land use documents. coverage applies to natural flood events and excludes pipe breaks or sewer backups. Local residents may contact their insurance agent for costs and details.
The Mesquite Fire Department filed a report on a 1:32 am rescue of a 62 year old woman with heart attack symptoms. Firefighters Richerson and Malone assisted at Baylor Hospital with oxygen and resuscitation efforts though the patient later stopped breathing. The story emphasizes the department’s readiness and life saving role beyond formal paperwork. Jim Murray and Lamar Evans prepare a public auction of two unclaimed horses at Mesquite Animal Shelter on June 12 with sealed bids due.
Dr. Henry Kissinger reached Tokyo for a four day unofficial visit amid protests by about 200 students. Police deployed 900 officers and riot units at the airport as demonstrations were confined to streets along the expressway. Separate shoplifting arrests in Sanger Harris and Mesquite involved two suspects stealing apparel valued at 77 dollars.
Senate Finance Committee approved adding chronic illness drugs to Medicare with an 8-2 vote. Elderly would pay $1 per prescription starting July 1, 1973 if Congress passes the measure. Drugs include diabetes, hypertension, heart and kidney diseases, arthritis, gout, TB, glaucoma, thyroid disorders and cancer.
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