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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1973
Page
2
A damaged and fragmented report recalls a 20th annual service at La Villita Church in memory of veterans. It notes participants from local groups and veterans with scattered names, places, and brief references to World War II experiences, interspersed with garbled phrases and partial quotes.
City public service officials study how burning fuel oil impacts gas fired generators. Coastal States Gas producing Co and CPS discuss results as plants run on oil to supplement gas, with 129 million cubic feet of gas supply noted and Thursday generation at 24.6 million kilowatt hours.
Warrant Officer Marald E. Slusher received the Association of the United States Army plaque for being the distinguished Wynne Hraduate of Brooke General Hospital’s first Army physician assistants class. The two year program trains medical personnel for field care of battalions and units.
A woman promoted within the state's administration has been named chief of staff, succeeding her predecessor who held the role since prior. The new chief will return to her hometown for prior duties and continues an established path of service.
The San Antonio Light announces advertising rates and public notices for Sunday and daily editions. Rates show daily and Sunday prices for various regions and services, including domestic and international listings, with figures in dollars and cents and different states.
Officials from Texas anti poverty groups advocate a cautious “wait and see” stance as pending federal cuts loom. Humberto Aguirre of the Office of Economic Opportunity warned funding beyond September 30 is uncertain while local revenue sharing may sustain projects. He noted federal grants are expected to be phased out with the Nixon administration’s actions guiding the shift.
Dr. Jose San Martin was honored by the West Side Coalition at a testimonial dinner for his dedication to San Antonio. More than 400 friends and co workers attended at Sacred Heart Catholic Church where he thanked the crowd and received an appreciation plaque for community service. Roy Barrera urged continued leadership and representation for Mexican American residents, noting San Martin’s long service on city committees and local boards.
The Texas Board approved Raul B. Valdez of San Antonio as director of the El Paso State Center for Mental Development effective Sept. 4. Valdez, a former executive at Guadalupe Community Center, will lead the open summer 174 center offering day care and short-term residential care for mentally challenged and mentally ill. The board also approved an $810,000 contract for pharmacology and appeals studies at Tonovalion Ghwirtl Dullesn psi San Antonio State Hospital and set operating center allocations for next year, including $1,155,944 for Bexar County MUMA Center in San Antonio.
The fragment suggests a clash involving Chavez and RURTANGAME figures, with references to “stat on the Wag” and multiple parties. It notes Teamster officials sailing, a misunderstanding, and talks possibly ending with resignations. The readable content is fragmented and uncertain.
A San Antonio man was fatally shot outside the Godfather Lounge at the corner of North St Marys and Quincy. Police identify the victim as Bike V Gamez, 2540 Wy. authorities say he sustained two chest wounds. Further details on the shooter and motive were not released.
Texas State Bank announced a $2,000 annual award for minority medical students at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Bank chair William Linkin and president Maury Holden presented the first installment. Dean Stanley Crawford and Dr Michael Gold accepted the scholarship aid as part of a public appeal linked to the Bexar County Hospital District.
The 6th Army Band director of the 2nd Infantry Division Band, Chief Hedspeth, was honored Sunday at Fort Harm Houston with the Meritorious Service Medal for 38 years of Army service. He has served across Alaska and the continental U.S. and previously led the Orla band in 1981.
Washington announced federally subsidized flood insurance will be available for San Antonio structures beginning Wednesday. Eligibility was set by the Housing and Urban Development department after adopting land use and mitigation measures to reduce flood damage.
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