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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1972
Page
1
An all girl crew operates a San Pedro service station and car wash attracting mixed reactions from customers. Managers praise the workers while some patrons critique the appearance and behavior observed during shifts. The piece notes changes in uniforms and routines as the operation continues.
Arthur Vellman proposes naming pedestrian bridges along the downtown river segment to honor pioneers of river preservation. He noted a feasibility study is underway and plaques could honor Ey Edwards Jack White Maury Maverick Sr Robert Hayman and David Straus as part of the River Walk restoration efforts. The idea received praise from River Walk Advisory Commission members including Vivi Hamlin.
An unseen donor offers 354 dollars as a reward tied to the June 1 abductions of Valley Hi National Bank president B R Bentley and his wife Oral. The Secret Witness Committee met without a quorum and took no formal action pending full committee approval. A separate proposal from the San Roberto Association of Insurance Agents would fund rewards up to 1000 dollars for vandalism or arson cases. An IRS issue was raised about tax-deductible status requiring a name change for the committee while maintaining the program's Secret Witness label.
Col Hal Basham, Air Force director of advertising, warned in San Antonio that ending the draft June 30 will erase the era’s strongest recruiting tool. He said the service is already in a two year, multi million dollar advertising campaign to replace it, highlighting teen targeted films and mass media. Basham noted the Air Force now meets quotas while rivals lag, and showcased public service spots featuring dynamic jet performances and the Arista Kerr Singers that won recent national awards.
The notice lists subscription and mailing rates for daily and Sunday editions in San Antonio and surrounding areas. Rates cover daily, Sunday, and mail options by region, with pricing for U.S. states, Mexico, Canada, and overseas. It notes Associated Press membership and republishing rights.
Central City Development Council heard two downtown improvement plans. In Town In Town by San Antonio Ranch New Town would transform 46 acres with housing for all income levels, offices, and industry while preserving historic sites. HUD funding and private investment were discussed.
The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce unveiled Action Plan 77, a five year goals program developed with the American Management Association. Chamber President Pat Amtoun outlined six brainstorming sessions for 2,700 members at the Convention Center. A AMA driven drafting process will culminate in a final plan presented at the December annual meeting with input from local business leaders and officials.
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