Barnes Denies Ties to Sharpstown Bank in Texas Clash
Lt. Gov. Ben Barnes charged that Republicans aim to wreck his reputation and denounced reports linking him to the Sharpstown stock scandal as hearsay and leaks. He told AFL-CIO delegates in Dallas he never borrowed from Sharp or spoke with him and argued immunity procedures targeted a top official, not the underlings.
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Wallace Challenges Integration Move In Alabama Court Fight
Texas flood news aside, Governor George C. Wallace defied federal courts by ordering Limestone County board to reopen upon a desegregation plan and urged the president to halt busing. A federal suit seeks to redefine defendants and block changes while state officials argue executive power applies. Wallace spoke at Troy State University where he received an honorary degree, signaling potential support from Nixon aides.
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Floods Cut Off 300 at D'Hanis Texas Refuges
Severe floods across Texas west of San Antonio isolated more than 300 residents of D'Hanis placing them in two story buildings while 1,000 to 1,200 fled from D'Hanis and Hondo. Kerrville also faced heavy rains and flood threats as authorities planned helicopter rescues from San Antonio and Hondo.
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Two Odessa men named in federal counterfeiting indictments
Odessa figures Jim Cawley and Cliff Cramer were named in secret federal indictments by a Midland Odessa division grand jury. Cawley, 47, operator of Baker Ambulance, posted 15000 bond on a five count counterfeit conspiracy. Cramer, 19, surrendered on a 16 count mail fraud indictment tied to a nationwide scheme. Both arraigned before U.S. Commissioner Noel Cason. bonds had been set by U.S. District Judge John H. Wood Jr. of San Antonio. Cawley was jailed in Odessa after arraignment. Cramer released on cash bond in Midland. The charges date from 1969–1970.
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21 Year Old Man Chooses Jail Over Living With Parents
A 21 year old man faced narcotics possession charges and opted for a jail sentence instead of returning to his parents' home. The article, found on page 9 A, discusses his decision and the ensuing legal proceedings.
More Showers Due In Basin
National Weather Service forecasters in Midland Odessa forecast a 30 percent chance of scattered showers today and Sunday. A light band of rain moved near Odessa Friday night with no measurable accumulation. Skies will stay cloudy to partly cloudy with slightly warmer afternoons. sprinkles were reported in Goldsmith.
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The Quipster: A diplomat who can tread lightly
A witty saying notes that a diplomat can step on your toes without tarnishing your shine, implying tact and smooth handling in tough social moments.
Europe Banks Help U S Dollar Rally
European banks in London Frankfurt Zurich and Brussels stepped in to support the dollar as a week of pressure against the euro and other currencies pushed the USD higher. Central banks including France and Switzerland deployed measures while dollar lending rates rose, spurring speculative moves and prompting subsequent rate fixes across European exchange centers.
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Friday Misadventure: House Slips From Truck In Los Angeles
Ellis A. Clark, 26, attempted to move a one story house when a swerved truck dislodged a bathroom fireplace and half the living room. The falling debris struck three parked cars and a camper, destroying the camper and one car. No injuries reported. Vehicle damage about 4000 dollars and house damage about 5000 dollars. Traffic backed up two hours.
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