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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1968

Page

4

Ten Declaration of Indepen

Editorial comments urge readers to strive for personal freedom and moral guidance. The piece argues self-control enables true development and harmony, reflecting the paper’s call for responsible citizenry.

Indepen Cierra

Fortas links to Democratic groups and late appointments

A 1940s affiliated Fortas with the National Lawyers Guild and the Washington Committee for Democratic Action is discussed. The piece alleges Fortas helped Lyndon Johnson prepare to name Abe Fortas as chief justice and Homer Thornberry as associate justice, amid broader claims about recess appointments and political influence. It notes his wealth from the law firm Arnold Fortas and lists corporate directorships and past roles, urging vigilance against subversive influences.

National Lawyers Guild Washington Committee For Democratic Action U. S Lyndon Johrson Fedus Fortas U. S. Supreme Court Wugo Black Mr. Johnson Johnson Buddy Abe Fortas Supreme Court Homer Thornberry United States Chicago Tribune Senate Kennedy Ihat Warren Philip Hart Michigan Lyndon Johnson Mike Mansfield Russell Long Patienee Geet Eeerentt Washington Arnold Tom Clark Ramszey Clark Lawyers Guild Civilian Defense Navy Owen Laflimore United Nations San Franciscoj London

Q and A on animal reverence and pirates origin

A reader asks why animals are revered in India. The answer cites belief in transmigration where a soul may be reborn in an animal. A second question explains pirates called buccaneers from buccan meaning to dry meat over smoke in Caribbean usage. It notes that when Congress is in session both Houses meet at noon.

Carribbean Islands

Final installment warns of coming revolution and civil defense

The article urges readers to prepare for urban unrest, advising to stay off streets during riots, avoid windows, and use firearms only for personal property defense. It claims a Warren Court rule would prosecute citizens who shoot to defend property and notes that obstructing rioters is not allowed.

Jones Thetreets Warren Court

The Numbers Game At The 1968 Republican Convention

Miami Beach observes a backstage numbers game as Nixon advisers and party leaders discuss strategies for November while public talk centers on first ballot support. Delegates seek their day in the sun, with various backers forecasting outcomes from Nixon’s likely victory to surprising upsets and internal rivalries.

Miami Beach Richard M. Nixon Nixon Sub Rosa Herb Klein Stan Reagan Rockefeller Rocky Harold E. Stassen

Nixon favored in GOP race amid polls and platform planning

The article argues Nixon holds the middle ground against Reagan and Rocky in the GOP contest, aided by party coordinators and private polls. It suggests rivals misread polls and should focus beyond numbers, while Humphrey factors shape Nixon’s favorable position. It also touches on inflation and government bond investments as wider economic context.

Man Iamatran Nixon Rocky Reagan Lindsay Hubert Humphrey Rockefeller Humphrey Hubert

Our Churches Undermined by Apostasy and Communism

A first person lament questions how churches have declined into immorality and atheism and warns that press obscenity and a Communist takeover threaten the nation. The speaker foresees surrender in Korea Vietnam and a possible civil war and dictatorship, urging action now.

Barbs Read the Fine Print on the Romans and Cement

Fragmentary item notes Romans and cement in a humorous way. Mentions a loan company and manager greetings, doughnuts and beanery, plus an old timer recalling past times. The readable text is scattered and lacks a clear narrative or dates.

The American Way on Bureaucracy and Tax Spending

The column argues federal bureaus push for higher funds under cover of service needs, focusing on the Post Office as a vehicle to raise taxes and salaries. It critiques LBJ era fiscal politics, calls government expansion problematic, and notes a cycle where postage hikes trigger pay raises across agencies. The tone is sharp and skeptical toward bureaucrats and politicians.

LBJ Congress Post Office Department State Department Washington Paty Ezra Benson USDA Herman Talmadge Post Office

Tidbits on a Work Habit and Grape Vine Rumor

A friend claims to work as a materials handling consultant yet rumors suggest he directs the loading crew on where to place goods. The note frames a local gossip about job role and possible bragging.

How To Address The Law Makers

A list of lawmakers with party, city, and Washington or district office addresses including Sen Ralph W Yarbo from Aus tin and Rep Richard C White of El Paso along with Sen John G Tower of Wichita Falls and Rep wu Fisher of San Angelo and state reps Ace Pickens Odessa and Richard Slack Pecos and Sen Dorsey Hardeman San Angelo.

John G. Tower Wichita Falls Senate Washington, DC Richard C. White el Paso Longworth House Washington, D.C Fisher Democrat of San Angelo Rayburn House

Crossword Puzzle 41 Cultivates garden 62 Concerning: lecus 63 Roman emperor

Crossword clues list with numerous entries across and down covering garden cultivation, language hints, titles, and cryptic hints across eras. Includes plant parts pronouns measures weights tribes cities and classical references.

Lecus

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