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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1969

Page

3

Exchanges of Mideast Fire Increases

War reports say Saturday and Sunday saw intensified Israeli and Jordanian artillery duels near the cease-fire line. Two Israeli tank and two assault gun assets were reported knocked out, with heavy fighting around the Allenby Bridge and the Sea of Galilee. Cairo described Egyptian and Israeli exchanges and claimed Egyptian fire destroyed equipment. Meir blamed the Soviet Union for the new flare up as discussions with the United States and the Big Four continued.

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Nicholas Dad With 'Mostest' Fathers Honor Spawns Large Family

In a wartime style feature the event names Nicholas, 19 children, as the most prolific father alongside other honorees like Oldest Father Munoz and Youngest Father Sanchez. The piece notes celebrants across nations, with remarks about family life, war, and international goodwill amid Father of the Year honors.

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Senate approves Viet Nam aid amid debate on costs

In Washington AP report the Senate Appropriations Committee backed a $4.45 billion add on for South Vietnamese modernization within a Vietnam aid package. President Nixon argued for faster, better trained troops as US forces withdraw. Senator McGovern criticized the plan, warning much could end up in Viet Cong hands and stressing a political base is needed.

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Bonus proposals to build all volunteer armed forces

Washington reports a presidential commission studies enlistment bonuses to reduce draft reliance. Proposals include upfront payments, higher pay, expanded education benefits, housing, and improved serviceman status. Nixon aides weigh pay reform, Hubbell study plans, and a Gates Commission review to push full volunteer forces by next year.

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Nixon's May presence and family noted at San Clemente

Washington reports describe President Nixon and family plans for a May appearance in San Clemente with a religious service led by Rev Norman and Vincent Peale. Aides recount a Hawaii surfing incident and preparations for the first news conference since April 18.

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Police Nab Kids in Theft at Top Value Store

Four youths ages 14 to 16 were captured by police early Monday near the Top Value Southwest Store at 2801 Nagalitoy. Juvenile authorities recovered two clocks left on a sidewalk after breaking a front window during the theft incident.

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Guardsmen Back Home After Summer Camp Ends

More than 3600 National Guardsmen returned home in Texas after completing parachute jumps during a summer camp. The group included about 2500 from the 1st Brigade and 1000 from the Transportation Group, with 34 units from 20 Central and South Texas towns. Brig. Gen. Thomas D. Blackwell called the camp exceptional and praised the troops.

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Gonzo Prepares To Make Pitel In National Congress

Henry B. Gonzalez heads to RFK Stadium for the annual congressional clash between Democrats and Republicans in Washington. The event highlights a key five-year plan funding mix and minor foreign aid discussions shaping India’s development.

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Moon hero Armstrong praised after landing training flight

Neil Armstrong, Apollo 11 commander, is congratulated by NASA test pilot Harold Bud Ream in Houston after a successful Tutiar Landing Training Vehicle flight. Armstrong completed practice landings and takeoffs similar to those planned for the maiden lunar mission, set to depart Cape Kennedy on July 16.

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Armstrong dives in Lunar Landing Training Vehicle test

Neil Armstrong braved high winds to complete multiple practice flights in the Lunar Landing Training Vehicle at Cape Canaveral. He piloted the craft from 10 to 350 feet, delivering near perfect landings as officials watched for safety amid gusty conditions.

Armstrong and Aldrin prep lunar flight amid test crashes

The article describes preparations for a July 16 to April 11 launch involving astronaut Edwin E. Aldrin amid thrust, stability concerns, and prior Bell Aerosystems test crashes. It notes Armstrong will pilot the craft to the lunar surface and reports two of three vehicles crashed during testing, with no injuries to Armstrong.

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Work Slated Alone TE 35

A section of Westbound Alamo and Beaddwary streets will close from 9 am to 3 pm Tuesday as electric distribution wires are removed ahead of North Expressway construction. City Public Service Board says old lines are being replaced and traffic will be diverted by officers and two aerial bucket trucks to minimize disruption.

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