Ford Seeks Texas Lead In Underdog Campaign
Ford frames himself as underdog in Texas as he tours the Alamo with Tower while Reagan supporters push the idea. Ford and aides argue his Texas forays aim to rally delegates and blunt criticism over defense policy amid a campaign three weeks from pivotal primaries.
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Ford visits Alamo as crowds greet him in Texas
President Ford tours the Alamo with DRT escorts, signs the guest book, samples Tex Mex fare, and reviews artifacts in the chapel and gift shop. He addresses the crowd at noon outside the Mission San Antonio de Valero as a band plays the National Anthem.
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Metal Bar Startles Protectors Outside Ford Event
A nine inch metal railing fragment fell from the Inon Hotel balcony as President Ford prepared to emerge. It struck a police car by the presidential limousine, prompting a safety scan by police and Secret Service. Officials said the bar likely detached from a chair and no foul play is suspected.
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Unhappy Kelly AFB Greets President at Ford Visit
Disgruntled Kelly Air Force Base workers protested Ford arrival at Kelly, while Ford blamed Congress for a 1,200 civilian layoff and a Defense Department budget cut. He said no further actions planned now, but noted environmental and economic impact studies for other bases. He promised help finding jobs in the military or civilian communities.
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Eagle Scout Spotlight At San Antonio Event
An Eagle Scout addressed the crowd at a San Antonio event. The speaker described the president as "real friendly and wary" after a brief hello and thanks. The Scout wore a local badge and sat among four Eagle Scouts assigned to the president.
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Crowds Welcome President Ford at Alam Plaza Rally
Thousands gathered at Alam Plaza in San Antonio to welcome President Ford. Festivities featured mariachi bands, student participants, and vendors while security quieted a minor scuffle and one man required FMS assistance after an incident. Labor and political signs peppered the crowd as street closures affected traffic.
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