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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1966
Page
2
A New York laboratory tested latex foam used in automobile seats for fire resistance. The study checked whether the material would burn or smolder after exposure to lit cigarettes there is concern over cigarette fuel and upholstery safety.
In North Dallas a masked gunman shot and killed Herman Nachman after a bank customer tried to intervene during a heist at Inwood National Bank. FBI and police roved the area without sighting a 3 foot 3 inch suspect marked with J B tattoo.
Washington AP report notes Magnuson and Morton say Republicans largely back administration Vietnam policy while Democrats remain split. They discuss inflation, employment and the political impact as Johnson aides push to sustain wartime strategy ahead of fall elections. A separate Ava Missouri incident reports a pedestrian killed when a rod fell from a truck striking a passing vehicle.
Patrick and Lucy Nugent, on honeymoon in Nassau Bahamas, stay at Capricorn, a waterfront retreat owned by a plantation heir. Bahamian officials and the U S Consulate request privacy as press crews gather outside the secluded tropical residence near a white sand beach.
In Kansas City, union officials and convention staff barred agents from the arena floor after 9 pm until Peter Schoemann, union president, intervened to permit entry. The incident followed explicit Secret Service instructions to keep others out in Humphrey's presence.
Arkansas Democrats select a gubernatorial nominee in a runoff today between Jim Johnson and Frank Holt. Johnson pledges to challenge federal influence while Holt warns the choice could endanger federal aid programs. The contest reflects a broader party split as Republicans gain momentum.
The ad quotes 1658.50 for a VW Sedan including heater defroster washer wipers and dual sun visors. Optional leatherette upholstery adds 30, widely chosen to avoid seat covers. Local tax, license, and fuel are extra.
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