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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1967
Page
8
A passage argues that U S bombing of North Vietnam raises morale in the South, punishes the North, and slows enemy infiltration. It cites President Jahnson’s press conference claiming the bombing has achieved its intended purposes and urges continued air strikes until Communists show genuine peace interest.
The United States military command in Saigon reports the Viet Cong is increasing its ro ap commitment and stepping up recruiting drives in South Vietnam. Estimated enemy strength now 284,000, up 3,000 from last week, while allied forces total about 1,600,000. Analysts say defeating the Viet Cong as a cohesive force is needed for any lasting Vietnam settlement.
The annual Chrysanthemum Ball, a high priced charity event, supports children’s charities in San Antonio. At a recent sponsors meeting, $101,000 was distributed to Boys Clubs of San Antonio Unit 1, House of Neighborly Service, Madonna Neighborhood Center, San Antonio Association for Retarded Children, and YWCA Pine Street Center. Since 1954 the ball has raised over $660,000 for charity.
Durcan, head of the National Maritime Union with 2000 seagoing members, accuses President Johnson of backing away from maritime labor. He demands a big ship construction appropriation and warns of action if ignored. The feud mirrors broad labor anger over U.S. shipbuilding competition with the Soviet Union, where Moscow reportedly orders 600 ships to America’s 49.
The column portrays NMU leader Joe Curran accusing President Johnson of ignoring vital labor and shipping issues. Curran cites a $400 million heavy ship construction subsidy and demands a personal White House reply. The piece notes Curran's planned presence at Bal Harbour and looming AFL CIO Executive Council talks.
Meany remains loyal to President Johnson and will support his policies. He meets with Rusk and Ackley to discuss European and Vietnam issues and later with Johnson for a private briefing. Meany calls Johnson the best president American labor has had while warding off internal dissent. Curran may maneuver around the edges as tensions persist.
Dr Lester Coleman discusses rising gun accidents at home despite safety education. He urges protective measures to keep firearms away from children and calls preventive medicine a goal of medical practice. The piece also profiles the hypochondriac, urging sympathetic psychological support and forewarning about discussing fees upfront.
The piece argues the United States should pause ABM deployment as Soviet defenses grow, citing estimates of four billion dollars spent by the USSR and foreseeing Senate opposition led by Sen. Tom Dodd. It highlights Dodd’s warnings on testing, deterrence psychology, and potential diplomatic consequences if the two powers do not mirror action.
TIM WATERMAN argues against the Senate hearings on a Soviet consular convention, calling for public explanation before ratification. He links Vietnam War doubts to appeasement fears and condemns Soviet influence. He also warns Texans against horse racing, predicting crime and social costs, urging residents to oppose tracks.
The Light profiles an MIT economist who warns that 390,000 Negro sharecroppers may be expelled from delta plantations and forced north using the federal minimum wage as a pretext. The Light also shares an AP report from Jackson, Miss noting a plantation owner’s claim that federal policy compels him to buy machines and replace tenant families.
Charles Reause of Pleasantan quotes Rep Gerald Ford urging rejection of the President's budget and submission of a more conservative plan. The letter warns that majority sway could mortgage future generations, destroy free market mechanisms through subsidies and tariffs, and erode constitutional meaning, keeping workers and managers subservient.
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