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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1979
Page
7
The Odessa American editorial expresses belief that individuals would gain more satisfaction by spending earnings voluntarily rather than involuntarily redistribution. It grants permission to reproduce editorials originated by The Odessa American with proper credit.
Open letter from Harry Hoiles, vice chairman of Freedom Newspapers, challenges Carter, Brown and Patterson over oil price rhetoric and rising government costs. Cites Warren Brookes figures on tax burden vs gas price, questions why politicians blame oil firms while government costs rise. Letter to be published in 29 Freedom Newspapers with 740,000 circulation awaiting response.
The column argues a six year term could shield presidents from poll influence and public opinion while handling complex duties. It cites President Carter's leadership as flawed and notes Connally’s claim that a six year term might curb regional and ideological hostility. The piece questions Carter’s focus on politics over hard solutions and hints at a broader debate on executive accountability.
In Chicago to accept the Albert Pick Jr. Award, World Bank President Robert S. McNamara argued for wealth transfers to Third World nations and claimed more military hardware does not buy security. He criticized Western aid levels while noting U.S. inflation and OPEC price shocks. He labeled aid as an obligation and defended Cuba and Vietnam ties, drawing fire for blaming poverty on Western exploitation and internal Third World deficiencies.
A columnist criticizes the U.S. Postal Service Express Mail plan in New York and nationwide. He argues the program aims to boost revenue and may erode first class rates while shifting work to faster services, potentially raising costs for urgent deliveries. He warns of a future where high rates and selective service expand, harming ordinary mail customers.
Nations from around the world signed the United Nations Charter in San Francisco in 1945 along with the International Court of Justice statute, signaling a post war commitment to peaceful dispute settlement and cooperative security.
August 3 1979 marks the 215th day of the year with 150 remaining. Notable events include Columbus sailing in 1492 and Celia’s 1970 hurricane strike on Corpus Christi. Birthdays feature Tony Bennett 53 and Martin Sheen 39, with a thought from Pliny the Elder.
Evans and Novak report that SALT II repeats a 1972 blunder by failing to define the SS-19 missile size, leaving U.S. limits vague as Soviet negotiators refuse to agree on specifics, risking compliance and signaling ongoing strategic loopholes amid Senate ratification talks. The piece links Kissinger’s earlier logic to today’s negotiations and notes Iran's role in uncovering the deception.
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