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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1961

Page

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U S and S Ports Tie Up as Seamen Strike

Five major maritime unions struck U S shipowners across the coast complex with longshoremen and teamsters pledging to honor picket lines. Labor Secretary Kennedy’s emissary and shipowner negotiators continued talks after a Thursday setback, while picketing spread from Boston to Seattle. Piers in New York and other ports saw active walkouts as the nationwide stoppage potentially idled up to 400,000 workers, though 50 American shipping companies already under contract would escape disruption.

New York UPS U. S East West Gulf Coast Cee Teamstdrs Joint Council International Longshoremen's Assn New York Harbor Teamaleva Thes U.S National Maritime Union Joseph Curran

Retail Trade Up In U S Week, Say Firms

A distorted clipping reports that U S retail trade rose significantly in the week ended, with total dollar volume about 104 percent higher than the previous week. The item cites Windise and Brads as reporting firms and notes gains across sectors.

Windise Win & Brads Istvoeh, Inc

Trujillo Plot Figure Dies By Own Hand

Police report a man linked to Trujillo’s assassination shot himself Thursday night amid investigations tied to the May 30 killing. Names and exact roles are unclear in the fragmented dispatch.

Ciudad Trejillo Rafael 1 Trujilo Ramon Raman Fer Jose Rene Roviani

Venezuelan Quake Recorded

An earthquake of brief duration was recorded here early Friday at Ataracatro Venezuela. There was some alarm but no casualties or damage were reported.

Ataracatro Venezuela

Soviet Boats Fish Off Canada

Soviet vessels are reported fishing near the Grand Banks off Newfoundland in the Canada region. The count varies between seven and eighty ships sighted by observers, with activity continuing along the coast. The report notes Soviet fishing operations persist despite regional tensions.

Canada ST. Joain's Newfoundland Grand Bank

Integration Attacks Hit Washington as Bombs Explode

In Washington two home made bombs exploded near the White House area and a busy intersection during Friday rush hour, with a first blast late Thursday near the White House. A mystery caller claimed six bombs citywide in protest against integration. no injuries were reported. A live grenade elsewhere prompted police concerns, but no one was hurt. Authorities noted the blasts could cause fatal harm.

Washington UPI White House Ike Jayerhy Pollee Poller Cant John L. Sullivan Int Thea Special Investigation Squad Heath

Bright Plans Drawn for San Antonio Master City Plan

A feature in The Sunday Light outlines San Antonio's 1970s master plan focusing on freeways, transit, neighborhoods, and public works. The piece notes a 1,000,000 population goal by 1976 with coordinated transportation, communications, recreation, and city services. It previews city hall staff efforts and a city-wide coverage series, plus sports and entertainment sections for readers.

Alamo Sinad Ogee Bacon City Hall AVI San Antonio Alamo City

Medics Reconsider JFK Ultrasound Therapy Schedule

The White House said a medical expert was called to review ultrasound treatment for President Kennedy. He remains using crutches as doctors discuss dosage and frequency of the supersonic radiation intended to ease back pain. Jackie Kennedy greeted him at Washington National Airport after a trip abroad.

Kennedy Jackie Stuey En Baer Washington White House Andrew T. Hatcher Halehenr Chelsey Naval Medical Sceater Bethesda Asner Chet Dravell Washington National Ratation Greece Kennedy Aleppil London Ken ‘Gedy

Flight Canceled at Edwards AFB

An attempted flight by a five rocket plane at Edwards Air Force Base California was cancelled by NASA for technical reasons. Officials cited the cancellation as necessary to ensure safety and mission integrity.

Edwards Afb Calif CPU Othe National Aeronautics and Space Administration NASA Offici Sail

Woman Loses Hand in Washer Accident

SOUTH PARMINGDALE ILL. Mrs Gladys Dupre 33 an expectant mother of two had her right hand severed by a washing machine Thursday neighbors heard her screams and called an ambulance authorities said.

South Parmingdale, IY Gladys ~Dupre Dupre

Shop Downtown Saturday Parking Event Ad

Park free on meters and orange curbs after 12 noon in downtown area. Special rates offered on multiple parking lots to encourage shoppers this Saturday.

Daily newspaper index listing sections and page ranges

The index announces multiple sections and page locations including Amusements on a8 and 5, Around the Plaza on Classified 50-57, Comics on 38 and 40, Death Notices on Filtorial, Featnees on 43, Financial on Pareth, Goren on Bridge, Nearst Task Fares on V4, Ratlin TV on 28, Society on 83-36, Sports on 46-49, Texas in Civil War on 23, and a note about a feature on 2 dollars.

Financial Goren Ratlin TV Society Texas

Nixon Back Sore After Back Strain Report

Washington dispatch reports President Nixon with a strained back after a medical issue. The White House indicated he would rest and reschedule engagements as aides monitor his condition and determine needed treatments.

Washington 66 Ancel Nixon Renney

Negro Agent To Guard JEK

Washington UPT report says the Secret Service for the first time posted an African American agent on the White House detail. The agent’s name is withheld as policy.

Jek Washington UPT

Weather notes and farmer troubles mist over crops

Fragmentary weather report notes showers and cooler temperatures with a usual mid seventies range. The piece mentions humidity and farmers facing wet fields hindering planting and harvest efforts as rain persists through the week.

Medina mother killed in public safety item attack near San Antonio

A 32 year old Medina County mother was shot dead on a farm near San Antonio early Friday. Her husband, a disabled veteran with psychiatric care history, was being held in the slayings. The body was found near a residence two miles from Des Sac and her seven children witnessed the incident and reacted in distress. Police described the event as a fatal shooting during a domestic disturbance. An investigation is underway with the husband in custody.

Medina County San Antonio Manoa Iman Virgil Roberson Monne Dora Devine Peace Justioe Oaks Williams GHW Hop Manos Wits Maria Miles Smith Des Titefelder Aloni Antonin Sadler

California Tops Heat Derby By United Pera Entrenational

California clinched the Heat Derby title defeating United Pera Entrenational in a contest that highlighted strong offense from both sides. The victory solidifies California’s standings as the season moves into the final stretch.

California United Pera

Weather forecast fragment for Thursday to Saturday

Fragmentary forecast notes a mild Thursday in western Wyoming with overnight low near 70 degrees. Friday and Saturday mentions are incomplete but suggest continued warm, dry conditions and variable highs around the mid 70s.

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