End of Tex-Son strike seen after two years of turmoil
After nearly two years of picketing and violence at Tex-Son clothing, no formal settlement exists. The Texas Employment Commission has been asked to aid 70 to 75 remaining strikers seeking work as some workers call off the action while others insist the strike continues.
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International Ladies’ Garment Workers’ Union
Volkswagen launches Volks-Liner boat model
Volkswagen enters the pleasure boat market with the Volks-Liner a 17 foot inboard powered by a 56 hp engine. For quick classified ads sell your boat or fishing gear call CAG-1231. Light want ads largestee in South Texas.
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O. A. Banks Sets Record in San Antonio Weather Report
Weather notes show O. A. Banks as the top local figure in San Antonio climate reports. The forecast predicts a cool, partly cloudy pattern with frosty nights and east to northeast winds, while bank clearings for the month rise 2.4 percent over last year. Additional remarks touch on political comments and irregularities cited in the election discourse.
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San Antonio
GOP Plans Wide Probe of Fall Vote Fraud
Republican Chairman Thruston Morton announced a national inquiry into alleged irregularities in the November election. The panel aims to secure an honest count in suspicious states and pursue fraud wherever it exists. Morton noted President-elect Eisenhower supports protecting ballots. The committee includes Meade Alcorn, Claire Williams, Catherine Gibson, and Edward Bacher. In other news, Kennedy named Gov. G. Mennen Williams of Michigan assistant secretary of state for African affairs, calling it a top post outside the White House staff.
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Pre Printed Rolls Change San Antonio Light Thursday Edition
The San Antonio Light experiments with nine large rolls of pre printed paper on the press for this edition. Readers will find unique printing features on the reverse side as the article describes the unusual production method.
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San Antonio
No Burn Steer At $15 a Pound
CHICAGO The grand champion Hereford steer of the International Livestock Exposition sold at auction for 15 a pound. The steer will bring its owner Kaye Pollock 15,750 dollars. Record price for a grand champion steer here was 30 dollars a pound in 1957.
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Mt. Auburn
Miami Beach Keeps Heat On
Miami Beach remains hot as a heat wave continues to grip the area. Officials warn of peak temperatures and urge residents to limit outdoor activity and stay hydrated.
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Miami Beach
Ma Ferguson Stricken At Home In Texas
Miriam A. Ferguson 85 former Texas governor suffered a heart attack at her Austin home and was listed in fair condition. She was the first woman elected governor in Texas serving 1924 and 1932 with later 1940 bid unsuccessful against W. Lee O Daniel.
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Miriam A. “Me
Ferguson
James E
Jim” Ferguson
Texas
W. Lee O’daniel
San Antonio Census Final Figure Reaches 587,718
The final census figure for San Antonio stands at 587,718. This compares with the preliminary 1960 figure of 583,650 and the 1950 census figure of 408,442.
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San Antonio
Forecast of cool Thursday and Friday with frost threat
The forecast calls for clear to partly cloudy skies and cool temperatures Thursday afternoon through Friday night. Near freezing temperatures with scattered frost are expected early Friday morning. East to northeast winds around 8 to 15 mph. Daytime highs: Thursday in the upper 50s, Friday in the low 60s. Wednesday’s high was 51 with Thursday morning near 36.
Jackson Will Resign as National Chairman
Sen. Jackson of Washington announced she will resign as Democratic national chairman. The effective date is January 20, inauguration day, or the day after, following a meeting with President-elect Kennedy. She had said she planned to serve only until shortly after the election.
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Kennedy
Kennedy Margin Fades in Presidential Vote Totals
Washington report shows Kennedy leading Nixon by 165673 in a national tally of 68,453,948 with 32 states counted and 181 precincts remaining. Kennedy 34,126,130. Nixon 33,960,457. others 367,361 with totals from 32 states and rest unofficial.
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Nixon
NAACP opposes Fulbright as future secretary of state
John A. Morsell of the NAACP says the 400,000 member group is campaigning to block Sen. Fulbright from becoming secretary of state. He calls the appointment potentially one of the administration’s biggest blunders. The remarks cite the Arkansas Democrat in Plainfield New Jersey.
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NAACP
Sen. Fulbright
D-Ark
John. A. Morsell
Inaugural Ball Emcee Chosen for Kennedy Presidency
Comedian Joey Bishop has accepted an invitation to host the inaugural ball for President-elect Kennedy on January 20 in Washington. The event will feature Bishop as master of ceremonies during the celebrations surrounding the new administration.
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Washington
The Remarkable Kennedye
A brief note highlights a feature on The Remarkable Kennedye appearing on page 51 to entice readers to explore a multi-page spread in the newspaper. The item references a notable profile or serialized piece across the issue with heightened emphasis.
Rockets from Cape Canaveral land near Holguin inflaming Cuba
Fragments of a Thor Able Star rocket launched from Cape Canaveral reportedly landed near Holguin in eastern Cuba causing loud explosions and alarm. Cuban press calls it a new provocation of imperialism while U.S. officials say parts may have struck Cuba and are under investigation.
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Cigaret and Liquor Tax Income Figures Reported
Taxes on cigarets liquor and wine in November totaled 8 559 738 up from the previous year and month. The report compares with 7 82 646 a year ago and 8 478 1294 for the monthly total.
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