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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1971
Page
1
The 62nd Texas Legislature enacted several measures to curb drug abuse. The health commissioner notes licensing of methadone maintenance programs, a law expanding consent capacity for treatment, and another allowing marijuana research permits to study effects. Page 12, Col. 4.
A fragmented newspaper listing outlines sections and page references for Amusements, Comics, Editorials, Features, Sports, and Horoscopes. Includes page designations such as 12-A 19C 7-B and mentions death notices and fun and games across the issue.
The Manned Spacecraft Center near Houston says it will release 122 workers as NASA reduces its workforce. An additional 69 employees will be reassigned or moved to lower grade positions.
Joseph Columbo Sr. who was shot seven weeks ago at an Italian-American Unity rally in Central Park has been taken off the critical list. He remains in serious neurological condition with a Roosevelt Hospital spokesman calling his state fair though still fragile.
The local Sierra Club asks the Parks and Wildlife Department to create a 29 mile state park along the former Kerrville to Camp Stanley rail line. If approved, it would become Texas longest state park.
Herbert R. Raittwater national commander in chief of the Veterans of Foreign Wars said he has Inside information that some American prisoners of war will be released before Christmas. He offered no specifics and did not identify sources.
San Antonio officials report strong support from DOT leaders for building the North Freeway on the route proposed a decade ago. Mayor Gatti, City Manager Henckel, and DOT figures including James Beggs and Ed Foreman praised the plan and noted favorable statements on parkland protection and route prudence.
A two vehicle crash near Gonzales killed a 15 year old San Antonio youth and a woman. Two brothers of the San Antonio victim were hospitalized with one in critical condition. Albert Robles Minter, son of Tony Robles, was airlifted to Bexar County Hospital and died on arrival. John Robles 20 and David Robles 21 were in fair or critical condition with multiple injuries.
Ten foreign tourists were caught in a storm on a Black Sea cruise near Vienna and remain unfound, the Bulgarian news agency BTA reported today.
Prime Minister Faulkner rejected Premier Lynch’s call to abolish the Northern Ireland government, saying the demand undermines democratic methods from the gun. In Londonderry British troops killed a youth near Bogside, raising NI death toll to 25 since Faulkner announced military measures.
The Light's Football Today offers Friday editions with indepth pro and college football reporting. Readers get cityfocused gridiron coverage and insights into the rush of the season.
A Rochester elementary school teacher, 47 year old Donald Wanjon, was reported in satisfactory condition three days after receiving a heart in Stanford University's 33rd transplant operation. Twelve other Stanford heart recipients are living.
Fidel Castro marked his 45th birthday today with no public celebration planned in Cuba. UPI reports the Cuban leader’s birthday passed without ceremony or public events, reflecting the regime’s cautious approach to public displays.
Walter A Edwards of 209 Dalehurst and Toe Pacheen Sr of 3110 Mission Road share $100 in the Light's TV Sweepstakes. Edwards, a Kelly Air Force Base employee and two year subscriber, plans a birthday present for himself while Pacheen, a retired Civil Service worker, aims to pay medical bills. Two teachers won $1 each. Mrs Ernest Rack of Pearsall and Mrs Lillian Garza of 403 San Pedro contribute to the draw. Weekly totals reach $1,560 with prizes from $10 to $100. Readers are reminded to check winning numbers daily Monday through Saturday.
Heavy rains swelled rivers and creeks in Hondo and D H Anig areas west of San Antonio. Army helicopters and boats ferried evacuees while residents waited on rooftops and in autos trapped by four foot waters. Sheriff Floyd Koch warned the situation would worsen and more help was needed. Continued on Page 16.
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