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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1960
Page
4
Local classified section advertises employment help and job listings with bold appeals to readers to use the Want Ads for quick hiring options. Highlights include service dial prompts and calls to action for readers seeking work.
City Engineer Marvin Shinran outlined a plan for Terrell Hills to take ownership of sewer and water lines, estimating a 1.2 million dollar cost but promising stable fees and long term savings. He argued ownership via negotiation or condemnation is economical versus building new lines, noting San Antonio’s low outlay and existing service potential.
The FDA plans further testing of 51 chemicals used as fund adate Uvas, labeled generally safe, after approving 84 chemicals used in food containers and packaging.
The Episcopal Diocese of West Texas concluded its annual council naming new diocesan and churchwomen officers. Elected by acclamation were Herbert B. Morris secretary, Wats Jr. Proper treasurer, Andrew Dilworth chancellor, Ruth Dunnica registrar, Mrs. David Shelby Gonzales first vice president Churchwomen, Mrs. L Mitchell treasurer, Mrs. Leonard Murphy Blanco northern vice president. Also elected were Sam Gottlich Jr Corpus Christi president, Rodney Varney treasurer, Dr. Owen Teamer secretary, Wiefin J Medlempyh vice president central convener.
Miss Clementine Clark of Chicago was found shot in a guest room at the Brooke Army Medical Center late Monday. Officials said she lay on the floor near an .18 caliber revolver, discovered around 3:30 p.m. by friend Pearl Machon Broxie who had gone to fetch ice. Bradford, Willie J. Bradford, was mentioned by officials in connection with the case.
At the diocesan council in San Antonio 700 delegates heard Rev Joseph L Brown Cor pes Christi chair the building committee reveal plans for a 20 acre Ep iscopal Center at Yoreida and Patterson in Alamo Heights The center will house administrative offices a chapel conference and retreat halls and housing units with split level masonry construction Fehr and Granger of Austin will be the architects The facility aims to support Episcopal lay retreats and will begin construction within the year
New York City marks the 85th birthday of master violinist Fritz Kreister with a city hall ceremony awarding a medal and scroll. The aging virtuoso, who retired from performing, recalls a half century shaping American musical heritage and praises colleagues while noting changes in the industry.
Wisconsin Senator Robert Proxmire says he will fight Johnson over a long period to curb what he calls Johnson’s power in the Senate. He notes growing support among colleagues but sees no quick path to curbing the leadership. He warns the struggle may take many years and involves Wisconsin voters and long-term political effort.
The labor department will open its public documents room Tuesday allowing citizens to inspect more than 50,000 reports filed under the new labor reform law. About 49,500 parts from international and local unions are shelved and will be available on request for in person or written viewing.
In Havana a Soviet cultural wave aims to showcase science, tech, music, and cinema as Anastiy Mikoyan opens a major exposition. The festival features Russian composers and a program of Soviet films, underscoring ongoing strain in Cuban relations.
Federal Judge F Dickinson Letts ruled that Ural witnesses before congressional committees may refuse to answer if questioned about communist beliefs as the inquiry is vague. He dismissed three counts of a four count contempt of Congress indictment against Frank Grumman of Ft Lesley N J. one count involved the question are you a Communist
Mrs Viola Jackson of Harwood Dallas Vexas promotes a home remedy claiming to help readers lose 28 pounds. The ad touts Tavcentrate and Bateentrate as original Superfruit juice concentrates. It promises easy, starvation-free weight loss and invites readers to return the empty bottle for money back.
A booklet from Careur Institute offers a 15 minute daily home practice plan to boost vocabulary and writing style to resemble a college graduate. Don Bolander invites readers to mail their name and address for the free 2a page guide promising practical tips and no obligation.
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