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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1972
Page
2
Castel Gandolfo Pope Paul VI cites growing world violence and fear. He blames some reading material for moral decay, urges faith and hope. He warns of crimes from theft to armed holdups and kidnappings, driven by greed or political motives, endangering innocent lives.
The column discusses school lunch funding, eligibility, and a potential new meal program at the Development Center's hel halac program run by Opportunity Workshop. Officials note federal support through school districts and possible future operation if funds become available. Also addresses common law marriage legality in Texas and Medicaid coverage questions for a mother moving from California.
A 61st traffic death for San Antonio occurred when a 61 year old man, Frederico Cuellar, died after a car he rode in lost control near the 670 block of San Jose. The vehicle struck a utility pole after veering off the roadway, and the driver Armando The, 31, of 118 Hawle escaped with minor injuries. Cuellar arrived dead at Bexar County Hospital shortly after the crash early Sunday.
A watchman was wounded after a struggle with two men at the highway department offices at 4615 NAM Loop Ald. One assailant, armed with a pistol, wrestled for the weapon causing a gun to discharge. Police are investigating the incident involving Kenneth Sands and others.
Police report a man overdosed and was found early Monday in a car parked in a lot near Cala ents and We Commerce. Investigators say the incident is linked to a surge of heroin overdoses in the San Antonio area since July, with at least 12 deaths confirmed.
A 38 year old San Antonio woman Mrs Delores Vasquez 38 of 147 Wallon was hospitalized in critical condition Monday at Bexar County Hospital with facial and leg injuries from a Sunday motor vehicle crash in which her husband Victor 41 also sustained injuries. The wreck occurred in the 3000 block and the details indicate serious facial injuries and other trauma.
Coloma, Calif. A GOP platform idea favors privatizing gold ownership to boost price and revive old mines. If gold hits $100 an ounce, California and other states could see renewed mining interest and investment, with Idaho and Utah also eyed for potential reopening of operations.
The Senior Citizens Advisory Board will meet Friday at 1:30 p.m. in the Cand Ballmony at Granada Homes, 31 Say St. Mary’s. Of the 50 members named by the City Council, 15 are elderly consumers and the rest are public service representatives from city agencies serving San Antonio seniors.
Texan Zack Fisher, executive director of the Texas Republican party, marvels at Doral Country Club’s size and amenities. The sprawling 2,400-acre complex features four 18-hole courses, a par three course, a putting course, tropical landscaping, pink flamingos, and houses the Texas delegation to the Republican National Convention.
Two men escaped with 674 dollars and a 1872 Mustang valued at 34,000 after a holdup at the Gillespie Ford rental agency on Broad Way. Benjamin Lopez, 28, an employee, watched as the bandits demanded money during a rental contract. The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. Sunday.
National University of Mexico branch in San Antonio starts classes Monday with 140 students enrolled in Spanish literature and history. Registration runs 9 am to 4 6 pm at HemisFare Plaza through Wednesday 6 pm. Courses include Spanish levels, modern Mexican history, and Latin American literature with two credits per six week term.
Dist Atty Ted Butler planned Monday appearances before the 17th Trustian Court grand jury to explain the law that he says gives a district attorney sole right to submit felony cases to a grand jury at will. The move followed criticism by Peace Justice Mike Hernandez after three robbery defendants were indicted. Richard Sanford, 17, a Hauck grandson, was fatally wounded by a San Antonio police officer near the scene.
HUD launched a nationwide probe into land developers using pressure sales and unfulfilled plans to cheat elderly buyers. George K Bernstein, HUD administrator, aims to draft new legislation using collected information and has scheduled two day hearings across multiple cities from Sept to Dec.
Police reported three assault cases in San Antonio. A 3-year-old suspect is sought in a rape at a home on E Carson Street where a paralyzed wife was attacked in her bedroom. A 17-year-old girl was assaulted at knifepoint in Eastervell Hills, awakened by a man in her yard. A 40-year-old woman in the 160 block of Cameal sac site was awakened by a man attempting to disrobe in her bed after entering via a removed window.
The San Antonio Light lists subscription pricing by carrier and mail for local Texas towns, other states, and foreign countries. Rates cover daily and Sunday editions, with monthly and annual options, and include daily only and Sunday only options. The notice notes Associated Press content rights and republication terms.
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