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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1966
Page
1
The FBI Uniform Crime Reports from 1965 show San Antonio's murder rate per 100000 people at 7.8, below Houston 10.7, Dallas 10.4, and Fort Worth 10.4. The comparison highlights San Antonio as safer in murder incidence among the four major Texas cities.
A Texas crime report shows San Antonio leading major cities for burglary with 986.5 incidents per 100000 residents, while robbery rates run 44.5 for San Antonio against 95 for Houston and 72.4 for Dallas. Auto thefts place Dallas first at 345.9, with Houston at 278.8 and Fort Worth at 273.2. forcible rape stands at 13.9, lower than Fort Worth but higher than Houston.
Victor Biando, once spending up to 60 dollars daily on drugs, took a $13,500 yearly post as assistant to New York City narcotics coordinator Efren Ramirez. Swearing in, he spoke of his recovery in Puerto Rico, his aim to bridge addicts with help agencies, and returning addicts to useful roles in society.
The San Antonio Light and the San Antonio Gazette publish under Hearst with offices at 420-22 Broadway San Antonio Texas 78205. Subscription rates listed for daily and Sunday by carrier mail and other options. prices shown for Texas and other states. Associated Press member news.
Sarasota grand jury indicted Dr Coppolino on murder charges in the August death of his first wife Carmela 34. Prosecution cites seven month autopsy study and alleged medical engineering involving undetectable drugs. Separate New Jersey case links Coppolino to the 1963 death of retired Army Col Farber after an autopsy revealed a pillow over his head.
Four teenagers began serving prison terms 18 days early for participating in a gang rape of a 15 year old near Oklahoma City. The four pleaded guilty to second degree rape and started their five year sentences with two years on probation. Names: James D. Fellers Jr, Larry Wyatt Smith, Michael Otis Stanley, Richard Payton Stanley. Other youths linked to the case include John William Shapard convicted last year and awaiting appeal, Paul Hampton Brogan awaiting trial.
The Cyprus House of Representatives extended President Makarios and all MPs terms for 12 months, delaying a longer term. The president and lawmakers had expired last August, with prior similar but incomplete extension laws. The move drew Turkish protests over not extending Vice President Fazil Kuchuk's term.
In Troy Michigan thieves used a borrowed tow hoist from an auto agency to lift a one ton safe containing about 35000 dollars in cash and checks onto a getaway truck. Police said the Monday theft targeted the agency's safe and cash.
The Commons backed Labor plans to nationalize Britain's steel sector by a wide vote, 325 to 24, targeting 114 companies supplying 90 percent of steel. Final passage expected later this year amid Conservative efforts to delay and witness protests over the economy. The session also features a two day confidence vote on the government's handling of the economic crisis with unlikely Conservative gains.
Austin AP report notes ex Attorney General Anthony Barber heads a panel discussing Britain's Fine Arts Commission and a Texas state ownership stance. Other new appointees include Tom Lea El Paso Ralph MeCullough Houston Paul Howell San Antonio Edward Heil Amarillo and Dewey Bradford Austin. Labor’s wage freeze and pound protection move prompts mixed reactions from the Trades Union Congress and George Brown. George Woodcock cautions skepticism and a second meeting is set to gauge union support.
Washington reports the Agriculture Department expects a better grain harvest this year thanks to improved weather and more favorable treatment for farmers. Soviet policies including higher prices, guaranteed wages for collective farm workers, and emphasis on fertilizer and machinery are cited as contributing factors.
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