19 Jun 1977
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1977
Page
1
Visitors explore the Southwest Craft Center exhibit featuring ceramics, jewelry, wood items, prints, stained glass, and crafts. Demonstrations and kid friendly activities draw crowds as organizers highlight a hands on craft experience at Augusta.
A June theft at a Ford and Chevrolet dealership involved a pickup and two other vehicles valued at about 80 dollars and an additional 25 dollars. General manager McMillan discussed the loss and noted involvement by Smith firm in the investigation.
Sanitary Council wrestles with a proposed ordinance to curb Edwards Aquifer recharge concerns. Judge Fred Jindanow issued a temporary restraining order delaying action as officials call for alternatives. Developers warn a Moratorium could halt land deals, while some council members seek permanent, stricter rules and direct regulations.
City officials and lawyers clash over proposed extension policies impacting subdivision approvals. Pat Gardner argues the plan shields developers from timely reviews, while opposing groups say the change undermines city control and increases costs.
San Antonio River Corridor Committee members paddled from Brackenridge Park to Missem County Park on Saturday to view Olmos Dam renovation landscaping at the wider sepal site and the Southwest Craft Center. Mayor pro tem Henry Cisneros chaired the trip joined by Al Nolan and Jane Warren representing local agencies.
In a vivid profile, Las Vegas style rumors swirl around Harold M. Freeman known as Harry a longtime Freeman Coliseum founder and philanthropist. The piece traces his business empire from ranching to real estate and motels while noting his charity work with Boysville Mission Road Foundation and the Golden Manor Women.
Freeman lauds Rat V Prassels Hiery for ongoing generosity to worthy causes, noting his brother Keim and others who inspired his uplift, while recalling a past decision to pause giving before resuming with renewed energy.
Philanthropist Freeman decides to fund a new eye specialty division at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He donates 340 000 and oversees further fundraising to reach about 2 million dollars for the project, aiming to establish a regional eye research and treatment facility.
Friends and admirers gathered at the Coliseum Saturday for Harry Freeman’s tribute party called Give Em Hail. Prominent local figures and entertainers joined in the celebration raising over 27 000 for the organization as a showcase of community support and respect.
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