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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1969

Page

3

Moon Landing Tops Decade News Across United Press Poll

United Press International surveyed editors to name the Moon landing as the decade’s top story with Vietnam War dominance. The list includes Chappaquiddick, unrest, Song My massacre, economic woes, and major political shifts shaping 1960s and 1970s history.

New York United Press International Seconth Apollo IL Edward M. Kennery Chappaquiddick Song My Abt Fortas US. Supreme Court Senate Wlusal Clement F.haynsworth Jr Supreme Court U.S John F. Kennedy United Sales Richard M. Signs Bay of Pigs Lyndon B. Johnson Nixon Paris Edward M. Kennedy Washington Long Myth South Vietnam A. G Ake Porlas Supreme Quarl Clement F. Haynsworth Jr

Water rules eyed by BARHY BROWNE for San Antonio area

North and west San Antonio property owners face stringent pollution controls crafted by the Texas Water Quality Board. A public hearing addressed proposed orders to limit sewage and waste flows into the Edwards Underground Reservoir feeding San Antonio, affecting Uvalde Medina Kerrn counties and others with inspection and individual service measures amid resistance.

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Two Men Detained After Early Wednesday Shooting Incident

A shooting in Bexar County leads to the arrest of two men identified as Juan Rodriguez and another suspect after a quarrel near Mis rom. The victim, a 2 year old man, sustained abdominal injuries and was transported for medical treatment. Authorities describe the event as linked to a dispute and note the investigation continues with charges pending.

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New U S Jury Seated Amid Pollution Zone Restrictions

A federal grand jury was named for January through March terms as San Antonio area officials implement a critical zone rule restricting industrial waste and septic systems. The order aims to curb toxic effluent from entering the Edwards aquifer and San Antonio River, with fines from 80 to 1000 dollars per day for violations. San Antonio and surrounding counties face water supply implications for over a million residents.

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Congo Adopted Red Flag Displays In Move Toward Unity

In Kinshasa the Congo Republic unveiled red flag symbols with a central emblem and a yellow border, signaling alignment with communist imagery. Officials described the display as a public show of factional unity amid leadership changes and a leadership transition that included references to former territory and new presidents.

Kinshasa The Congo Republic of the Congo Fammee Slekla Bravzayille Alphonse Massomi Fesk

Priest Weds as Vatican Letter Sparks Archdiocese Feud

In Laredo a wave of clerical dissent grew after a group of 68 priests in the San Antonio archdiocese signed a letter to the Vatican demanding Archbishop Robert Licey’s resignation. Henke, 33, and his 22-year-old bride met at a college. the couple plans to live in Greeley Colorado while he pursues a doctorate in rehabilitative studies.

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Burglar Suspects Held After Neighbor Reports Break‑In

Police arrested three burglary suspects Tuesday after a neighbor alerted authorities to a break‑in at Guada Covarrublas’s home on Capital Street. Items taken from the home and a vehicle nearby were recovered, including a radio‑telephone valued at about $300. Two youths aged 18 and 20 and a 21-year-old man were detained, with witnesses describing the suspects fleeing the premises.

Guada Covarrublas Rich Ware Remayer KITE Inslear

Debt collection pushed to speed up bad debts

Bexar County Hospital District board authorized administrators to negotiate with Central Adjustment Bureau to handle delinquent accounts as a last resort after careful screening by hospital staff and legal counsel. The board also discussed insurance changes, nurse protests, and moving funds between local banks as it faced a $50,000 loss for the month and reviewed third party collection and ambulatory care plans.

Bexar County Central Adjustment Bireau, Inc Waren G. Hardley Robert B. Green George Willis Joy Harding Tadha Ralph HW Focal Banks Main Bank and Trust Co Main Frost National Bank

Bandit Robs Downtowner Motel in San Antonio Cash Dump

A bandit robbed the Downtowner Motel at 202 E Houston in San Antonio around 2 18 a m. Clerk Karl Wooding said the man entered, asked for a room then displayed a revolver and demanded the cash from the register. The robber fled after forcing Wooding into a back room with his ring watch and wallet.

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Marine Fancy Trial Reveals Courtroom Tangles and Sentences

A trove of garbled lines describes a US military court action involving a Marine captain Adrian Spears and multiple defendants. Details mention barbiturate possession, probation terms, a notorious POW backdrop, and unspecified charges tied to a Vietnam era setting. The fragmentary report hints at decorum and awards while sketching a complex legal scene.

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Suspended Term Assessed in Foggy Courtroom Exchange

The judge pressed the defendant with questions about his plan if released as the defendant grew agitated and stated he wanted to return to work. Spearss harshly rebuked him, calling for patience and asserting the need to do his part without hesitation.

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