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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1972
Page
1
A citizen letter to ACTION LINE urges San Antonio transit drivers to slow for seniors and mothers with infants. Ton Fuller, assistant general manager, says drivers should show courtesy and avoid sudden starts but notes heavy traffic limits a one size rule.
Sen George McGovern clinched the California credentials fight at the Democratic convention, gaining a strong edge toward a first ballot nomination as Hubert Humphrey withdrew and released his delegates. McGovern’s victory reduced the Daley faction’s influence and solidified his control as the convention moves toward the party platform votes and potential strategy changes to shield his image on tax welfare and defense cuts. New York’s 267 votes helped push him over the threshold for the 271 pledged delegates needed to secure the nomination.
At Miami Beach the Texas delegation voted heavily against McGovern in two pivotal caucus votes though later McGovern defeated Texas opposition in California and Illinois contests. Texas cast 96 of 130 votes against him in both rounds. 34 pledged delegates voiced support. Several credentials challenges were withdrawn before adjournment of session one. Speakers included Humphrey Udall and Mrs. Emma Long urging unity and a free convention. Smothers attacked South Dakota’s plans on using and defense spending.
A Minkstorage firm in the 300 block of Nakoma reported a burglary late Monday night with $20 000 in drug samples taken. Stephen Laor, 23, a McNeil Lab salesman, reported the theft. Police noted the office door was found open during checks. Another burglary at Jack Goebel Construction Co. involved the theft of 150 sheets of plywood worth $1 750.
State Comptroller Robert Calvert oversees a formal review of the 4.1 billion Texas budget. He expects to decide by Wednesday if finances cover the spending after certification required by constitutional limits. Governor Preston Smith may veto some items but cannot raise taxes. the plan uses 35 million more than Smith advised.
Space Center Iouston reports Apollo 15 astronauts were reprimanded for carrying unauthorised signed envelopes on the Moon. They planned to sell 101 envelopes to establish a trust fund for their families.
Sen Hubert Humphrey ends his bid for the Democratic nomination after California credentials victory by McGovern. He vows no loss of spirit, releases delegates, and thanks staff and supporters alongside his wife Muriel. Muskie and Jackson also exit plans, with early morning Coast-to-Coast announcements.
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