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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1955

Page

2

Spirit Makes Israel Stronger

Willian Randolph Hearst Jr. reports from Tel Aviv on Israel’s rise seven years after its founding. He contrasts modern Israel with surrounding states, portrays Ben-Gurion as a pivotal, Churchillian figure, and recounts Jewish return to the land through kibbutz beginnings. He notes shifts from collective kibutzim toward cooperative, market-minded communities while stressing resilience against Arab pressure.

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Balcones Heights Mayor Faces Assault Trial Testimony

Balcones Heights Mayor Frank Gaskins stands accused of simple assault as testimony unfolds in Balcones Heights court. Justice of the Peace Blair Reeves presides while Al Fayre, ex city inspector, recounts an incident involving a photograph of sewer connections to a city main.

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Budget Rules Teachers Pay Budget Rules

Superintendent Fiomas B Portswood said Wednesday that any teachers pay hike depends on the budget. He noted the budget must be drafted first to determine available funds. Teachers asked for a top scale raise of 400 dollars with raises for less experienced staff, with budget completion expected in August.

Fiomas B. Portswood Hie Pattwood

Anti-Red Area Hit by Leaflets Over Fukien Province

A Chinese Nationalist air force plane dropped tens of thousands of anti-Communist leaflets over Fukien province of Communist China last night, signaling a propaganda action aimed at undermining Communist forces. No casualties or further details available.

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Ben Ruby's Swank Gambling Den Raided

Police raided Ben Ruby's residence on Frederickburg road amid reports of illness and mental trouble. Neighbors described a high fence and barbed wire, with Ruby cooperating minimally and offering water to officers as Ken Kral and sheriffs deputies arrived. The raid followed years of operation amid jealousestrained rumors and was investigated by the district attorney's office.

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Reds ambush near Rangoon wounds officials in Burma

Burmese government says communist rebels attacked 350 miles north of Rangoon, fatally injuring 10 officials and capturing part of a 20 man party. One lieutenant died, two escaped, and the Red hand was believed to consist of about 70 men.

Rangoon Burma

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