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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1972

Page

2

Burnet Woman Dies in U S 281 Crash Near San Antonio

Three others were injured in a two car collision seven miles north of FM 1604 on U S 281. Mrs Joan Mitchell Maddux 41 the driver died on arrival at Bexar County Hospital. Her mother Bertha Mitchell 71 and Ruth Hughes 49 both of Burnet remained critically ill officials said Linda Duggan 18 released after treatment. Bernice Duggan 71 of New Braunfels in fair condition.

Bexar County Hospital Joan Mitchell Maddux Bertha Mitchell Ruth Hughes Burnet Bernice Duggan New Braunfels

Police clash leaves officers hurt in Chicago bus melee

A crowd of about 50 Latin Americans attacked CTA buses on Chicago's West Side, injuring four policemen and damaging seven vehicles. At least 28 arrests were made as demonstrators from the Association for Worker's Rights protested alleged discriminatory hiring by the CWA, which denied the charges.

Chicago UPL F Capa Chicago Transit Authority West Side Association For Worker's Rights CWA CTA

Fire destroys carport and damages San Antonio home

A mother and four children escaped unharmed when a fire at 1925 Dellcrest in East San Antonio damaged the home. Fire Chief D G Chris Christiansen said the 12 04 a m blaze started in a carport likely from a faulty water heater. The flames threatened two children in the living room, with damages estimated at 10000 to the structure and 3000 to contents.

East San Antonio Dist Chris Nansen Dan Ballinas Dellcrest Christiansen

Decline in Trade Deficit Reported for August

United States trade for August shows a smaller monthly deficit, with imports around 4.7 billion and exports near 4.2 billion. The Commerce Department notes the August deficit marks a improvement over July and the smallest since January, though figures are subject to revision.

Washington United States

Lavelle Pressed Bombing Despite Reports of No Ground Fire

General John D. Lavelle overruled Joint Chiefs to direct bombing in North Vietnam after pilots reported no hostile fire. Maj. Gen. Alton D. Slay testified Lavelle pressured for a reaction and falsified reports while five months of actions violated Nixon's orders. Lavelle was relieved of command and retired with pension.

Washington UPI John D. Lavelle North Vietnam Alton D. Slay Lavelle Nixon Senate Armed Services Committee Joint Chiefs of Staff Fitesimmons Army Hospital inAuron Cole Stay Zth Air’ Force Pentagon John D. Ryan Air Force Force Lonnie 1D Franks

Braniff Introduces Wide-Body Coach For More Space

The airline unveils a coach seating with roomy 2‑and‑2 layout, armrest tables, and extra headroom to enhance comfort on long flights. Passengers will enjoy fewer interruptions from others as spacious interiors reduce crowding.

Braniff

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