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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1971

Page

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Editor's Report Headache to White House

New York essayist reflects on President Nixon's burdens despite perks of power. Four ongoing problems dominated a tough week, illustrating that vacations vanish under presidential duties and responsibilities. The piece notes Nixon's travel options, private retreats, and nonstop pressures that accompany executive authority.

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Sundials and Sundays Across the Plaza Index Preview

A fragmented newspaper index lists sections such as Outdoors Real Estate Society Editorial and Sports. The note references page numbers and sections including page 4 1 and 6 for society and editorial content and a TV and financial pages listing.

Services Pending Civic Leader Joe Freeman Succumbs at 86

Joe Freeman, San Antonio business leader and philanthropist, died late Saturday night at 86. He founded Milam Chevrolet Co. in 1908 and led South Texas cattle industry efforts. Freeman helped build the Coliseum, helped organize the first San Antonio Livestock Show, supported Heart Association drives, and aided Boysville and local charities. He received the Golden Deeds Award in 1961. Funeral services are pending with Porter Loring Mortuary.

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Apollo 15 views near lunar rille shape rocks and layers

Space center observers tracked Apollo 15 cameras as astronauts Scall and Irwin explored the Apennine Mountains and Hadley Rille. They saw a sharp edged rock amid rugged terrain and discussed layering patterns that may reveal Moon evolution. scientists expect a quantum jump in knowledge from the mission data.

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Moon rock collection at Elbow Crater on Apollo mission

In Houston at Space Center Apollo astronauts David R. Scott and James B. Irwin gathered lunar samples near Elbow Crater while Mission Control urged them to continue. The scene conveyed long moments of focus and the demanding pace of the Moon mission from 250,000 miles away.

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Randolph Namesake Rides High in Moon Mission Context

The article recalls Col. David Randolph Scott and Lt. Col. James B. Irwin linked to Randolph Air Force base, noting Scott's Moon mission tie and his 1986 Gemini 8 flight. It mentions historic spaceflight events, including a perilous docking incident and a spin that required thruster firings to regain control.

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Apollo 15 Missions Awe Scientists With Moon Ride

SPACE CENTER Houston reports Apollo 15 crew thrilling scientists with a grand tour of the lunar Apennine Mountains. The crew’s display drew awe as they navigated the moon’s surface in a dramatic, bucking bronco like bogey across the desolate plains.

Apollo 15 astronauts drive lunar rover near Hadley

Scott and Irwin completed a 2 hour 14 minute first lunar surface trek to St George Crater, collecting rocks and taking color photos while navigating Hadley Rille. They briefly avoided a drop near Hadley Delta, praised by Deke Slayton, then prepared for the next EVA with plans to extend the base of Mount Hadley.

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David Scott Prefers Simple Trick to Moon Return

Apollo 16 astronauts test guidance systems for returning from lunar rover trips. David R. Scott suggests following rover tracks in the lunar dust back to the lunar module, contrasting with the onboard computer and sundial guidance.

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Weekend Sky Forecast With Mild Temperatures Ahead

The forecast calls for partly cloudy skies Sunday through Monday with rising temperatures. Winds shift from east to southeast at light to moderate speeds, with highs in the mid 80s and overnight lows around the 70s. A slight chance of rain exists Monday, and temperatures trend warmer than the prior day.

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TV Sweepstakes Yield Mixed Prizes Across Texas

A scrambled report notes Bryant of Joske’s claiming a prize in a Texas TV sweepstakes with cash, prizes, and a July style bonus. Winners include Mrs. Ernest Smith Jr. and Hazel Valley plus others from Eagle Pass and Alto. Daily cash prizes total 1560 with top prizes from 10 to 100 and large summer rewards such as autos and minibikes.

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