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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1966

Page

7

Inside Labor Building Unions On Strike Spree

A field report documents widespread construction strikes across the United States. Union demands include up to 60 per week for some trades and travel pay, with little picketing yet major project slowdowns. The piece highlights key unions, regional stoppages, and the president's advisory efforts.

Washington District of Columbia Carpenters Miami Puget Sound George Meany I. W. Abel United Steelworkers America Seattle

Pinworm infection alert for family sanitation and cure

A family learns they all have pinworms and are advised not to feel embarassed. The article explains transmission, symptoms, and that cleanliness helps, with strict sanitation after treatment. It notes medicines exist to cure pinworm infestation and urges thorough handwashing, bathing, and separate towels.

Military Show Highlights Armed Forces Week in San Antonio

U S Sen John Tower spoke at an American Legion dinner marking the week of Armed Forces Week. Randolph AFB hosts Saturday open house noon to 4 PM with an aerial B52 display and pilot training planes. Lackland AFB, Fort Sam Houston, and Navy displays showcased training, dogs, parachute jumps, and two hangar exhibits.

U.S John Tower American Legion Randolph Afb

Washington Republicans move to curb Birch Society influence in state party

Under Governor Daniel Evans leadership the Washington State Republican Committee seeks to expunge John Birch Society influence from party councils and eject its spokesmen. A standards measure defines responsible versus irresponsible Republicans, with progress noted in college campus representation rising from five to fourteen in the arts and sciences division.

NDER Daniel Evans Washington State Republican Committee John Birch Society Wall Street Journal

The False Image about Viet Nam Debates and Dares

The article discusses the ongoing ground war in Viet Nam and the Ho Chi Minh Trail as North Viet Nam pours men and munitions into the south. It highlights American soldiers fighting hardship while recalling a wounded North Vietnamese soldier who helped protect American troops, illustrating misperceptions abroad and lessons of humanity.

North Viet Nam South Viet Nam

Spain backs NATO presence amid European security shifts

The article notes Spain willing to host NATO post France expulsion for economic gain, promising U S investment and jobs while Spain remains neutral since the 1930s Civil War. It also covers a Texas Medical Association vote affirming individual physician responsibility in insurance settlements, limiting third party influence and tying payments to patients.

Spain NATO France Europe U.S Axis Texas Medical Association House of Delegates Austin Cian House of WM. M. Center M.D Bexar County Medical Society

Fluoridation Debate Sparks City Protest Tone

The piece mocks opponent E. C. L. over fluoridation in the city water, accusing him of backward views and suggesting he might organize a drive to push toothpaste makers to remove fluoride. It frames progress as essential and urges supporters to stay and demonstrate against dissenters.

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These Days Which Way for The Junior GOP

A 1965 King Features Syndicate analysis explores tensions in the Young Republicans as Ray Bliss seeks party control. It contrasts moderates and conservatives led by Tom Van Sickle with Sen. Hugh Scott and notes Donald E. Lukens’s primary victory in Ohio showing conservative strategy without personal attacks.

PIS Ray Bliss Republican National Committee Tom van Sickle Kansas Washington, D.C Young Republican Club Washington Reuben McCornack Frank Carlson D.C Young Republicans McCornack Sen. Scott Bliss Donald E Buz Lukens Republican Party 24Th Ohio Congress Middletown Armco Steel Co Sen Scott Prayer Breakfast Donald Lukens King Features Syndicate, Inc

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