29 Jun 1977
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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1977
Page
1
A Fredericksburg resident recalls a playful summer scene with peaches, ice cream making, and family mischief. The narrator, referencing local places, describes trading jokes, a crank freezer, and shared plans to relive past experiences as they improvise a homemade peach ice cream adventure.
A man identified as Aaron, a resident of Copa do Oa Apartments, descended into a pool at the Desert Santis complex on Wednesday morning. Attempts by an unnamed neighbor and rescue staff failed to revive him. investigators noted near-drowning conditions and oxygen deprivation. The incident prompted police and emergency responders to cordon the area as investigators reviewed surveillance and interview residents.
The Small Business Administration and SCORE hosted a workshop at the federal building for aspiring or troubled entrepreneurs. Speaker Hesky M. Garcia stressed that starting a business is a serious management task requiring core personal traits and modern skills. Other speakers included A. W. Gardner of Sam Antonio Amiens Corp, E. Reich of Kerrville, and Ernst Rocriquex of Cortina Bank and Try Co, with 40 attendees.
Bond set at 25000 each for Gernando Guerrero and Christe Sparks after arraignment in San Antonio on aggravated robbery charges tied to the murder and robbery of Mrs. Mary V. Knepper. John Russell Thompson, 22, of Cibolo, charged with murder, held on 50000 bond. A fourth suspect remains at large as police investigated the May 21 killing at the Star and Lock storage facility.
James Buffington faces capital murder for hire of his ex wife Chere. Judge Armour Ball appoints Herman Stylerman as temporary guardian of Buffington’s three sons and designates Main Rantsent Trust as guardian of the children's estate. Trial set for Sept 17 in District Court Batl as probate details and guardianship arrangements are finalized amid Buffington's alleged crime.
A San Antonio Air Logistics Center specialist at Kelly Field questioned high pump prices used as FI5 fighter substitutes. After reviewing bids, management sought cheaper options from a local metal producer, estimating costs and advertising for bids to save taxpayers and aid a small business.
San Antonio officials review residency rules as data show 562 municipal workers live outside the city within Bexar County and beyond. Council members push for clear guidance while awaiting updated statistics to decide if out of city limits staff should remain on the payrolls.
SADA delays expansion at Santa Rosa Medical Center as the Santa Rosa Development Agency considers revoking a land option tied to Mart National Bank. The board seeks a written legal opinion on possible land reversion, with bids required if land is taken back. Commissioner Reed questions prior assurances while the council weighs historic restoration loans and low income housing support under HUD provisions.
At a Sam Antonio Manufacturers Association luncheon, Nola F. Ward and Earl W. Bing urged opposition to a US Senate Unemployment Insurance Cost Equalization Bill. They argued the bill would create a fund using money from well managed states to bail out others, citing Southern mismanagement and state debt.
A University of Texas at San Antonio construction worker was killed at a campus site when a runaway dump truck rolled toward him. Barilla B-Rouriguee, 37, died after being crushed between the truck and a dozer as he talked to an operator. Police report the truck lurched forward and trapped him as he tried to jump clear.
Public listings show Bees Center hosting multiple events including NCCA convention at Ban quet Hall all day and a 3:20 pm recreation talent show at Arnuson River Theater. A public dance is planned at Plaxu Nuevas abursitay Al Day with an NCOA convention and a River Room Alpha Hapna Alpine So rority event.
Two Fort Worth photographers Bob and Sammie Lambs visited San Antonio for the Texas Professional Photographers Convention. They praised Old World charm and said they captured many images to sell in Fort Worth. They enjoyed the San Antonio River jam session at Jim Cullum's Landing and plan to return with relatives in two weeks.
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