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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 30, 1972

Page

2

McGovern Attacks Nixon In Peace Economy Plan Rally

Senator George McGovern campaigned across New Haven arguing Nixon mismanages the move to a peace economy with few White House aides and warns of 1.8 million jobs lost under Nixon. He touts civilian life training using defense skills and calls Nixon a radical demagogue while his wife Eleanor aids at telethons.

Harry Kelly Washington New Haven George McGovern Nixon White House America Metrovern McGovern U.S Archie Burkey Mellovern Harry Toralevan Carroll O'Connor

Nixon Backing Tower Boosts Texas Campaign Push

President Nixon endorsed Sen John Tower in a Texas bid to maintain his Senate seat. Tower drew about 300 supporters at a Houston reception with Clark MacGregor and a Nixon telecast endorsement. Opponent Sanders criticized Tower's absenteeism and called for full time service. Tower predicted an end to the Vietnam war soon, while Sanders urged tax relief for individuals and families.

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Nixon Denies Amnesty Amid Ohio Michigan Swing

President Nixon vows no amnesty as he courts Ohio and Michigan voters. A 2000-strong Cleveland crowd and 10,000 in Saginaw hear him push against draft dodger sentiment while backing Republican Sen. Griffin. Nixon uses a prebuilt poll narrative and focuses on law, order, and reelection.

Grace Bassett Washington Nixon Ohio Michigan Robert Griffin U.S. Senate Cleveland George McGovern Saginaw America Alsmatorcade Vietnam Frank Lorence Mantua Corners Ohin John Lorence Army Infantry Twang Banh Sen. Griffin Griffin Wareten Youngstown Hame United Atta Hitnnis Caliifornia

Yellow gold cross with two carats of diamonds

Delicately designed yellow gold cross featuring two carats of sparkling diamonds and accented with black enamel. Aimed as a keepsake piece, it promises lasting appeal with effortless wear. Diamond Salon, Downtown, with an additional location at North Star.

North Star

GOP Control of House Said Doubtful

Washington AP reports spread of redistricting and a pending presidential case create doubt about next week’s House vote. Strategists from both parties see Republicans unlikely to gain control. Republicans must net about 26 seats, Democrats may lose 12 to 15. Redistricting reshapes districts in around 40 states with 87 incumbents not on ballot.

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Navy bomber explodes during family day air show

SAN DIEGO UBS reports a Navy Fighter bomber exploded near the USS Constellation during a weekend air show for 2,500 civilians on the carrier deck. Two crewmen were killed, including pilot Lt. Rodney O. Osbwarth of Mercartalynd Washington, with the radar intercept officer’s name withheld as families were notified. Witnesses saw a fireball as the plane vanished in a trio of flashes.

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Tough law targets Halloween tricksters in California

Sacramento California California will make it a felony to wilfully mingle any harmful substance with food or medicine with punishments up to ten years in prison. The measure aiming to curb Halloween spiking faces opposition as parents still guide children through trick-or-treat neighborhoods.

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Blast devastates downtown Barcelona building

Experts comb debris in Barcelona after a blast tore through a four story downtown building, killing and injuring many. At least 12 people were dead or missing and presumed dead, with 17 injured as investigators probe the cause of the second such disaster in the city.

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Hughes Cancels San Antonio Press Talk Amid Illness

San Antonio Senator Harald Hughes cancelled a Monday press conference while on a trip to promote presidential candidate Senator George McGovern. The event was to discuss party matters and delegate selection but was called off due to illness.

Harald Hughes San Antonio George McGovern Hophas McGavern Party Ree Farm

Labor's Political Clout Weakened

Washington based report notes Joseph A Beirne president of the communications union argues labor's political influence has been permanently weakened by a split decision of the APFI CIO executive council not to back a presidential candidate this year.

Washington Joseph A. Beirne The Communications Workux Jabor Apfi-Cio Executive Council

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