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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1968

Page

5

Columbia University Riot Deepens Campus Divide

A university review criticizes Rudd and the SDS for a week of disruption at Columbia in New York City. It argues the administration, led by President Grayson Kirk, must reaffirm rule of law by expelling Rudd and preventing his return, while noting student leaders like Fred Lowell and Robert Masters rail against the chaos and question recruitment and policy shifts. The piece traces how campus activism, political pressures, and external campaigns shaped the 1960s era conflict and warned of ongoing unrest if actions aren’t taken.

Rudd Cuba Columbia University New York City Columbia Morningside Heights Grayson Kirk Rodd Glass Kirk Fred Lowell Clas Robert Masters SDS Majority Coalition Columbia Student Committee For the Defense of Property Rights Budd Lowell Iveshimen Lowell Dow Chemical McCarthy Minnesota SDS m Colombia Morningside Park Harlem University Awful Columbia University Spectator Tonther

Egyptian Readiness to End War Skirts Strait of Tiran Issue

Cairo portrays readiness to end the Arab Israeli war if Israeli troops withdraw but claims over the Strait of Tiran are misperceived. The piece notes Israel currently uses the strait and warns Egypt’s delusion risks undermining Middle East peace efforts by ignoring realities and moderation.

Ravenis Cairo Egypt Israel Middle East Strait of Tiran Nasser

Army and Air Force generals flood San Antonio scene

Westward Ho reveals Maj. Gen. William J. Sutton as chief of the U.S. Army Reserve. Lt Gen. Robert W. Colgra vier Jr upon Korean War era active duty retirement. Maj. Gen. Conn L. Milburn Jr., Brooke Army Medical Center commander, promoted to chief surgeon for the U.S. Army in the Pacific and Tripler commander in Hawaii. Milburn to oversee Pacific medical service including South Vietnam. future return to Texas hoped.

San Antonio William J. Sutton U.S. Army Reserve Robert W. Colgravier Jr Port Sam Houston San Milburn U.S. Army Pacific Tripler Army Medical Center Hawaii South Vietnam

City mayor hosts Soviet visitor with wage question

A playful exchange unfolds as New York City Mayor John V. Lindsay asks Moscow's Vladimir Promyslov what municipal workers strike for. Promyslov replies that in Soviet power, such strikes have not occurred in years.

New York City John V. Lindsay Moscow Vladimir F. Promyslov Mr. Promyslov Mr. Lindsay

What Our Readers Are Saying on Wealth and Politics

A reader argues self defense compares to police actions, rails at moneyed influence in elections, and calls for an IQ based candidate testing to reduce money power. The letter critiques wealth, intellect, and the national ideals of equal rights while urging reform and equal opportunity in political processes.

Citizens debate police duty and civilian review boards

A San Antonio reader argues police officers acted with good judgment amid a knife threat and questions civilian review boards. The letter praises the police fire and hospital teams for a May incident and honors responders, urging trust in law enforcement and emergency services.

Last Straw Protest in Poor Town Prompted by Officials

Letter from J T Flores criticizes county and city leaders for backing demonstrations, questioning Pena and Alm, and noting persistent poverty. Flores wonders about missed pay and warns against officials staying in a town with ongoing hardship. The writer cites religious and social themes about the poor.

Buckley on Labor Housing Race Education in 1960s era

Buckley surveys crucial electorate issues Labor unions should be limited antitrust rules and a labor rights bill for management. Housing needs less government, more private welfare. race calls for civil standards and selective integration. education favors vouchers and privatized methods. Social Security earnings limits to be removed.

Leghlf Shelly Wright Washington, D.C New York

Understanding a stubborn patient on the verge of illness

A reader seeks help for a husband who resists medical advice. Frances Macgregor notes doctors' and nurses' frustration with noncompliant patients. The piece suggests involving a physician and possibly a psychologist to uncover underlying psychological resistance to health and treatment.

Frances C. Macgregor Cornell University School of Nursing New York City

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