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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1972
Page
5
A reflective piece denounces mailed letter bombs aimed at the President and top officials as the ultimate form of terrorism. It emphasizes that killers seek any victim, but security measures and global condemnation undermine their cause and will erode support as authorities tighten detection and response.
The 12th annual Greek Funstival at the Villita Assembly Building features an Oklahoma City band, local Greek dancers in native costumes, Greek pastries, a taverna with imported wines, a coffee house, and a bazaar. Sponsored by St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church, profits aid the church fund and charities.
The American Forest Institute proclaims forests in the United States remain three fourths as large as at Columbus’s landing. The ad cites Mediterranean deforestation and notes U S forests cover 761 million acres, with ongoing planting efforts of over 1.5 million acres annually and more than one tree planted for every tree used.
A columnist cites Dr Hugh Travel in Hampshire England who studied volunteers in India showing high fiber chick peas cut blood cholesterol by nearly 50 percent and reduce coronary heart disease. The piece notes engineering advances aiding medicine, a leg recovery device, and trials of new drugs for narcotics and alcoholism.
Italian politics face a Red threat as CGIL led strikes paralyze government. Fiat, Italy’s biggest exporter with 280,000 workers, suffers amid CGIL protests blamed on Moscow backed Italian Communist Party. Agnelli, seeking Soviet credits, hints at leaving Italy as Berlinguer tightens grip and a fragile coalition spreads.
Garry Wills reflects on fading patriotism amid critiques that mix nationalism with imperialism and secular distrust of state power. He argues for preserving social affections, religious liberty, and individual choice, urging a constitutional bend toward supporting religious schools and stronger trans-social loyalty.
Justice Calvert pushes proposed Texas Constitution amendments amid debate over merit selection where governor picks judges for one term and voters can oust them. critic Walter Ef. Goetz questions mandatory lawyer requirement, favoring broad eligibility and upholding both constitutions.
A reflective note traces the World Series 1920s and 1930s on newspaper fronts and in the rise of TV viewing. It praises national unity, athletes from diverse backgrounds, and the ceremony of the anthem, handshake, and sportsmanship without endorsing drugs or alcohol.
N Harry Botwin asserts the American Dream hinges on hard work clean living and faith in God for all Americans regardless of church. He cites the 1972 World Series as proof the dream can come true through perseverance and belief.
A reader vents about college attendees described as anti Anglo and anti government. They blame GI Bill–funded students for delays in benefits and criticize perceived misbehavior, urging rescission of the GI Bill for those deemed badly raised and unhappy.
Voter expresses intent to write in a personal name rather than vote for Len McGovern or Wallace. Claims distrust in Richard Nixon and automobile secrets, asserting a write-in is the only acceptable option to avoid wasting a vote.
Readers are invited to send letters to the Mailbox column in The Light, Box 261, San Antonio, Texas 78291 for publication consideration. Include full name and city of residence. Letters should be concise, timely, and suitable for a general audience.
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