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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1977
Page
1
A reflective slice of San Antonio nostalgia recalls Elliokt era names and places from past Fiesta times. The author drifts through memories of local figures, venues like the Green Tree and Rothbaren Saloon, and colorful anecdotes from critics and celebrities, linking El Paso traditions to today’s cityscape.
City Water Board trustees approve steps to extend mains to Cassin Lake subdivision south of Loop 410 and to issue 7 million in revenue bonds for water main replacement and capital projects. Extension to Southside School District site eyed. purchase of Fox Run Water Supply from Cy Morton under review with June expiration.
Mayoral candidate John Monkey argues voters should decide on arena construction with private funds to protect taxpayers. He faults rival Mayne Cockrell for implying a public financing plan and notes a private feasibility study suggesting the financing method could be public or private depending on results.
The latest campaign finance filings show Jelur Monfrey with total contributions around 128 thousand dollars and spending of 9,704 in the reporting period. Other candidates including Lila Cockrell and Joe Webb posted varied sums, while district races saw endorsements and one rally featuring Petra Gonzales among supporters.
San Martin denies being a power broker or making deals to influence the mayoral contest. He says his endorsement stance was neutral, insisting no talks with Cockrell or Monfrey occurred, and no one offered or accepted money for endorsements. He noted a past comment about Cockrell’s performance and explained that comments were personal opinions, not commitments.
A broad coalition backed Mayor Lila Cockrell ahead of the city runoff. State Reps Bob Vile and Don Cartwright joined local officials and labor leaders in a downtown rally praising her record on utilities, economic development, downtown revitalization, and a city master plan. Cockrell defended her ethics and opposed alleged deals with Dr Jose San Martin while highlighting cooperation with Coastal States Gas and Bexar County officials.
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