Scars of Flood Mark New Braunfels One Year Later
In New Braunfels the flood of last May left lasting scars. Seventeen died, many homes were washed away, and thousands were left homeless. SBA loans totaling 3.7 million for homeowners and 2.3 million for 37 businesses aided rebuilding, with 661000 from the President's Office of Emergency Preparedness supporting city utilities. Flood-retarding dams move forward, Bleeders Creek progress hindered by weather, with completion targeted for 1974.
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Shell Strike Progress Seen
A federal mediator reported a major breakthrough in the Shell Oil Co strike in Houston with 1,800 workers. A tentative agreement on health and safety provisions was reached between management and the union.
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Dams Planned to Curb Dry Comal Floods in Braunfels
Braunfels plans include two more dams on Dry Comal Creek with 13 total proposed, but only two built before last May’s flood. Completion of no new dams may take three years. Officials cite federal statistics predicting infrequent flood rains and say the recent downpour was five times expected. residents worry until flood control is completed. City Council to consider an ordinance June 1 to restrict construction in the prior flood area unless water levels exceed the 100 year mark.
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