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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1977
Page
1
A jumble of clipped items references Sen Carl Parker accusing Sen Walter Mengden over prayers in schools and demands for equal silent disbelief bills. It notes Johnny Carson’s return from a pinched nerve, a Kremlin reshuffle, a ten year food stamp extension, and a satirical riff on merchandising the presidency.
Police charged Skyrursold in a shooting that injured Ibione Vasquez and another man. Mike Cantu Rivas of Travis was held on a 15 4K bail by Nipal Magistrate Manuel Lopes. A loaded 22 caliber rifle was found in the suspect’s car, which police say involved two cars speeding on Trinity and Verona.
Rep Henry B Gonzalez spoke at Memorial Day ceremonies at San Antonio’s Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, praising fallen heroes and urging stronger defense and continued local funding for Olmos Dam and city projects. He defended retirees working for the government, criticized federal funding delays, and urged use of federal revenue sharing to finance downtown safety. Maj Gen Neel laid the Army wreath as 2,500 attendees mourned those who died serving the country.
Dr West announces the new group SOCK Save Our Christian Kids intending to form a permanent organization to oppose gay rights in Florida and across the state. A rival group CURE echoes opposition while rallies and dances raise funds for both sides in Dade County Florida.
Officials from the Edwards Underground Water District report a well near San Antonio approached its all time high water level during the recent period. The record was within one inch of being tied, signaling unusually high underground levels for the aquifer.
City planners list upcoming events to ease congestion in the Convention Center area. Officials urge drivers to note posted times and detours for smoother travel around downtown Ames.
In Austin the Texas Legislature adjourned after a tumultuous session that blocked a vote on the $1 billion public school finance plan. Senate sponsor Maury urged action but lawmakers failed to proceed. Governor Briscoe signaled possible new session to reconsider school finance amid a broad agenda.
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