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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1972
Page
13
The article discusses future Chinese aviation ambitions aiming for 1976 or 77 with Concorde-like airliners and suggests the US should develop an American SST. It argues an American built SST would outperform the Concorde, create jobs, ease the balance of payments, and keep the US leading the aircraft industry, urging pride in Made in U.S.A. jets.
Travelers using recreational vehicles should check propane systems before trips. Ensure connections are secure, valves are off when traveling, and venting of appliances is clear. Maintain systems to prevent leaks and possible explosions during holidays.
Another Link Mason Gatti returned from a four day trade mission in Mexico with San Antonio business and community leaders. The mayor met President Echeverria during the visit. A seminar is planned for October in the city with government and business leaders from Mexico at the Mexican Cultural Institute at Hemisphere Plaza.
William S Ritton quotes a Light column by John Roche criticizing General Lavelle and alleging disobedience of orders in Vietnam. The piece argues downgrading Lavelle risks aiding the North Vietnamese and defends generals for defending troops.
November Ginger Thibadally extols Sen Tower's seniority as valuable to Texas and urges voters to remember his representation in the November elections. The speaker argues former Sen Ralph Yarborough's seniority was equally valuable and notes Tower's alleged involvement in Turkey Three, as stated by Chester Dieter.
A letter expresses support for the president’s Vietnam actions and calls for a Cuba blockade, endorses capital punishment for multiple crimes, and urges rapid execution for certain offenders. The writer also argues seniors should be exempt from school taxes, while opposing foreign aid and urging debt repayment.
The text urges voting in November to honor those who sacrificed by ensuring peace through reelection of President Nixon. It frames birth circumstances as freedom and appeals to exercise good judgment at the polls.
A described plan introduces a “School Bus Degree” requiring a four to six hour daily shakeup for nine months. The proposal suggests primary students undergo the same educational standard as advanced classes, prompting concerns over safety and efficacy. The piece mentions letters to The Mailbox at Box 161 San Antonio Texas 78291.
A Boston writer describes a hot day trip to Chilmark Massachusetts. He details shifting fog near No Man's Land, the charm of the Fog Machines, and the relaxing cross generational commune founded in 1919. He notes a diverse, civility minded group with meals kept free of religious or political debate.
Health note highlights new skin testing methods for penicillin allergy under development by Dr. Bernard B. Levine and pending FDA distribution. Dr. Robert Austrian discusses field trials for a potential pneumococcus pneumonia vaccine within the next two to three years. A separate study at Loma Linda University uses radioisotope gamma ray imaging to assess cerebral blood flow and detect artery blockages. A college health Q&A addresses anxiety and fainting from stress and explains hyperventilation. Paring cuts or calluses with a razor warned as dangerous.
Buckley discusses post 1967 Middle East war debates among American liberals and their calls for greater U S involvement. He cites John Roche of Brandeis and John Kenneth Galbraith, contrasting responses to Israel with Vietnam independence. He argues selective intervention favors Israel over Vietnam.
The author argues Israel’s decisive security measures justified, contrasts UN censures, and questions Senator McGovern’s call for American commitment to Israeli independence while disparaging U S ties to South Vietnam. The piece notes Israel’s democracy as claimed by McGovern and critiques recognizing the Chinese government over South Vietnam.
The piece argues that Israel holds a special place in American sentiment and that U S political support is linked to Jewish backing. It notes Lyndon Johnson and Hubert Humphrey showed Vietnam commitments, while Humphrey later said he would not authorize further military aid for South Vietnam if elected president.
The piece argues that McGovern's call to reduce international commitments could lead to a Viet Namization of support in the Middle East, warning that what happened to South Vietnam could be echoed in Israel. It cites concerns from prominent Jewish leaders and notes Galbraith's stance as not aligning with Middle America.
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