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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1968
Page
8
The Senate voted 53 to 25 to reject a key Administration gun control proposal, arguing that only about 500 people die annually from rifles and shotguns and that hunters should not be penalized. Senator Roman L. Hruska contended the measure would inconvenience hunters, comparing lives lost to political arguments.
A Tulsa Tribune opinion arguing against lowering school standards in poor neighborhoods. It cites a U.S. Office of Economic Opportunity study and warns that tying bright students to low norms harms motivation. The piece urges focusing resources on early education to elevate disadvantaged children.
Addie M Powledge from Dallas praises San Antonio for its mellow charm and new developments like HemisFair Palacio Del Rio and the Emerald Tower, calling the city a jewellike ornament and a perfect host during its 250th birthday. The letter also notes concern about education and college leadership by Hugit D Adair.
H M Harrell argues that a superb program staged in the Municipal Auditorium on May 14 should have been televised. He contends America needs such entertainment and notes lesser programs have been shown before, urging broader TV coverage.
The article disputes Max Fuentes statements about the South San Antonio Independent School District funding, noting both federal and state money can be withheld if conditions set by the state are not met, and that the district’s ability to meet those conditions remains unclear.
An 1860s or early 1870s anecdote recalls Gen. Robert E. Lee as university president addressing unruly students. He reportedly warned that disruption would end in expulsion and closure, after which the students returned to their studies. The tale underscores his stance on education and order.
Clyde W. Pulley argues that authority must be backed by power and dignity, and that police training justifies shooting attackers. He says if the assailant dies, Americans would accept it as a necessary evil to protect officers and citizens, comparing it to humane but harsh measures against a rabid dog.
Editor notes editorials as Johnson asks Senate Majority Leader what it takes to pass a family gun control law. The letter cites Johnsons Kennedys Lind Says Ramsey Clark and others as reluctant to act against rioters arsonists and looters, and cites UCLA figures on firearms confiscated during riots. The letter questions political timing and riot coverage.
A fragment from a speech references a poverty march in Washington and questions its purpose. It quotes Mr. Abernathy demanding a million dollars to fund home mortgage relief while urging action on racial and economic inequality. The speaker asserts many lack high paying jobs yet persevere through faith.
John Chamberlain criticizes FDA plans for vitamin labels and argues many foods already supply vitamins. He argues for broader warnings about cooking, antibiotics, laxatives, nicotine, alcohol, bleaching, sulfuring, and water chlorination destroying vitamins, urging Congress to decide.
The article describes tachycardia as a sudden faster heartbeat caused by a delicate electrical switch in the heart, often triggered by caffeine drugs stress or infections. It notes that stopping causative factors usually stops the fluttering and mentions extra heartbeats. It also discusses weight loss clubs, stating there is no single diet and that caloric reduction is needed for lasting weight loss.
Dr. Lester Coleman reports on a gathering where a circle of heavy people shared emotional issues, reducing their intensity through expression. The discussion resembled group therapy and highlighted the therapeutic effect of talking. It also notes hazards from poorly made sunglasses lenses that fail to protect eyes adequately.
William Buckley argues for flexible exchange rates and a Friedman style tax overhaul. He calls for eliminating personal deductions, doubling the exemption, and a uniform rate around 50 percent, plus a negative income tax replacing federal welfare. He warns of disorganized poverty and urges state oversight and reform of minimum wage laws.
A brief Bible digest emphasizes forgiveness. It cites Colossians 3 13 and Matthew 6 14 15, urging believers to look at their own faults before judging others and to forgive as Christ forgave. The note stresses that forgiveness is tied to divine forgiveness.
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