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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1968

Page

4

Girl Fatally Shot. Verdict Rules Accidental

A 17 year old girl Mary Scroggin died from a gunshot wound to the abdomen after being found at her grandmother’s home. The death occurred Thursday night and a .22 caliber rifle was reported on the floor. Assistant medical examiner Dr Ruben Santos announced the accidental shooting verdict.

Mary Scroggin Guy T. Scroggin Dawnridge Methodist Hospital Caroline Scroggin Boxbo Helotes Ruben Santos

Med School Given Grant HAT orEM

A medical school received a substantial grant to support research and education. Officials announced the award and outlined plans to expand program funding, faculty support, and student opportunities across multiple departments.

University of Texas Med Cal School gets cancer grant

The University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio receives an 815000 institutional research grant from the American Cancer Society. Dr J B Rust says funds will boost cancer research by young investigators as part of the society's mission to speed cancer conquest. Alfred F Eckhardt named vice chairman for commerce and industry of United Fund campaign to mobilize 963 local firms and volunteers in the upcoming fall drive.

University of Texas Medcal School At San Antonio American Cancer Society J. B. Rust New Medical School M. P. Mason San Antonio Medical School Kenedy Southwestern Grads Vate School of Banking Southern Methodist University School of Bank Pursuic Relations and Marketing Alfred F. Eckhardt United Fund Fund Donald W. Garrett Eckhardt National Bank of Icommerce

Johnson urges unity amid tax and Vietnam policy debates

President Johnson, speaking amid pressure from lawmakers, argues Congress must consider social programs and tax reforms without delaying action. He warns against prolonged budget stalemates, notes $80 billion in stalled recommendations, and urges bipartisan effort to cut waste while funding needs in Vietnam and cities.

Washington Jwant Johnson Congress Alple Lough Éritrea Vietnam House Appropriations Committee Ued

Yarborough Opposes Horse Betting and Liquor Referenda

Senator Ralph Yarborough announces he will vote against the Texas referenda on horse race betting and liquor sales. He cites conscience and concerns about social impact if enacted. The Anti Crime Council of Texas releases the statement, with Texas Attorney General Will Wilson noting the issue centers on gambling, not horse racing.

Austin Tex Ralph Yarborough D-Tex Texas Wilson They Coudh

Saturday: ideal day for families to choose furnishings

A weekend cue invites families to visit showrooms this Saturday to select home furnishings. Local retailers promote wide assortments, from living room pieces to bedroom suites, with special in-store incentives and new arrivals highlighted for the outing.

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