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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1966

Page

3

Senate Vote on Tax Increases Begins

Senate begins voting on a bill to raise taxes while considering amendments by Sen. Gore to replace excise tax hikes with a two year suspension of the investment tax credit and other measures aimed at funding the package. Johnson highlights lingering unemployment gaps and urges broader education and training efforts nationwide.

Albert Gore D-Tenn Gore Washington Senate Vance Hartke D-Ind Sen. Abraham A. Ribicoff D-Conn

Shriver declares gains in poverty war with 2.2 million moved out of poverty

In a congressional address, Sargent Shriver of the Office of Economic Opportunity says America is winning the war on poverty. He reported 2.2 million people left poverty in 1965, reducing abject poverty to 32 million, while warning progress remains hard and controversial.

Washington UPJ Sarrgent Shriver Congress Today America Shriver Office of Economic Opportunity OEQ OEO OHO

Viet Nam War Update and Labor Market Data Summary

Viet Nam reports heavy fighting near Quang Ngai with claims of Viet Cong casualties and captured weapons as Operation Utah ends. In U S labor news the unemployment rate falls to 4.0 percent, jobless totals drop to 3.15 million, and employment rises 0.3 million with weekly earnings at 2.67 dollars. Yard service listings appear in the Business and Service Directory.

Quang Ngai Utah Vietnam U. S Washington Labor Department Bureau of Labor Statistics

Indonesians Attack Foreign Ministry In Jakarta Riot

Thousands of anti communist Indonesians stormed Jakarta’s Foreign Ministry, destroying offices and files as Sukarno denounced the protesters’ bid to topple him. Pro communist demonstrators also attacked the U S Embassy and burned cars, with reports linking the crowd to Kami and a high school group called Kapi. Sukarno vowed to crush any attempt to overthrow him.

Kuala Lumpur Malaysia Foreign Ministry Jakarta Indonesia Sukarno U.S Radio Malaysia Radio Jakarta

New portable fat-burning device marketed by engineers

Dayton AP report describes a new electronic impulse exercise machine that claims to burn fat and reduce inches without effort. Aimed at muscle groups, it supposedly causes immediate visible changes while users rest or watch TV. Demonstrations, rental options, and a showroom at 310 North Star Mall are listed with contact details.

Iome First Depu Gou Ly Subandrio Red China Simul Die Malaysia Dayton Ohio Israel Figuretone Dem North Star Mall la Fuente

Light Want Ads Prompted By Note Found Inside

A fragment notes that a note inside prompts placing light want ads for selling items or renting units. It mentions plates made by convicts and encourages speaking up about items to sell or rent. The piece reads like a terse instruction to publish ads without restraint.

U.S. foresees protracted Vietnam war lasting years says Hymand

Vice Admiral John J. Hymand, commander of the 7th Fleet, said the Viet Nam conflict could last up to five years with no quick end. He noted expected casualties and setbacks as the United States maintains a long-term mobilization of 175 ships, 1700 aircraft, and 75,000 personnel aboard the Oklahoma City.

Manila United States Viet Nam John J. Hymand U.S 7Th Fleet Hymand Oklahoma City

Lord Astor Dies of Heart Attack in Bahamas

Viscount Astor, 59, son of Britain's first female MP, died of a heart attack while vacationing in Nassau with his third wife Bronwen Pugh. He fell ill after chest pains and died at Princess Margaret Hospital. The Profumo scandal era links are noted in a broader historical context attached to his family.

London Viscount Astor Britain Bahamas Nassau Bronwen Pugh Princess Margaret Hospital Cliveden Astors Stephen Ward Christine Keeler John Profumo Profumo Christine Ward Lord Astor Mandy Rice-Davies

Richmond Red Devils get prayerful boost before state semifinals

In Richmond Indiana AP report Rev Maurice Dugan offered a brief prayer at a City Council meeting asking blessings for the Richmond Red Devils. The high school team advances to Saturday's state tournament semifinals for the first time in 13 years.

Richmond, Ind Maurice Dugan Richmond Red Devils St. Mary's

FDA Bans Widely Sold Antibiotic Lozenges

Washington UPI report says the FDA banned over the counter antibiotic lozenges for sore throats and cold symptoms due to lack of evidence of effectiveness. Commissioner Dr. James L. Goddard notes a broader review of antibiotic ointments sprays and related products may lead to further withdrawals if efficacy isn’t proven.

Washington UPI Food & Drug Administration FDA James L. Goddard

Poodle Chews Up Man's Dentures

In Blakersfield California a man sought quick denture repair after his poodle chewed his false teeth A new product Plate Weld repaired the break and replaced a tooth on the spot The company says Plate Weld is available at all drug stores and holds like new

Writers urged to contact Editorial Director in New York

A notice invites authors with full manuscripts or in progress works to discuss publication with an executive. Call CA2.9574 between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM and leave name and address, or write to Editorial Director P.O. Box 2139 GPO New York NY for an appointment.

New York San Antonio P.O. Box G.P.O

Mentholatum M P O ointment promises faster relief

The notice touts M P O medication as homogenized for faster absorption and action, with a temperature stable base for prolonged relief. It claims germ killing by Herachlorophene, invites a three day trial, and offers refunds via Mentholatum Co. Buffalo NY. Available in stainless ointmentors up positories at drug counters.

M.P.O Mentholatum Co Buffalo N.Y

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