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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 16, 1968

Page

3

Bread prices barely rise as world wheat market shifts

Washington reports Agriculture Department data showing wheat price changes on the free market have little effect on consumer bread costs. The average loaf cost remains at its lowest since the early 1940s, with retailers adding about 4.5 cents while farm and processing costs climb the rest through flour, baking, and distribution. Figures indicate farm price shifts and marketing margins, yet shoppers see modest bread price movement despite higher wheat and flour costs.

Washington Agriculture Department

Oklahoma City Man Seeks Independent Presidential Bid

A resident of Oklahoma City announces candidacy for president as an independent after a bid in the Democratic primary failed. Gillespie, who secured votes in the primary, filed to continue his campaign on Thursday.

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Dividend on preferred stocks amid changing records

A Heily dividend of st. I pays able October Ts shareholders of record September 16, T68. Quarterly dividend of per share on SH Preferred eid Si27 per sare on Prefered Stock declined pave this November 1, 2868 to shareholders of recond Gyteber 1S, 908, mat 14, 7868 Cheer Worl, bends Seerenacy.

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Unsafe House In Dallas Demolished In Cleanup

In Dallas in August a house built long ago was condemned as unfit to occupy. Ed Marsh was hired to demolish it using a bulldozer and found scattered debris and concrete blocks. A second house nearby was torn down after similar concerns. The owner Charles Pum reportedly faced losses and may pursue further action. The incident followed a downtown fire and raised questions about safety and enforcement.

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Horse Sense Test and Baseball Nicknames Quiz

A mixed set of questions tests sports terms and nicknamed teams. It asks which term RBI hints at, which home a foal prefers, which military academy is farthest west, and the meaning of Mush for horses, plus broom sport and a nickname-state matching exercise with multiple clues and tangled answer strings.

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Hair nets and hot dogs in tin houses gossip

A reader laments disappearing hair nets among waitresses and poor public butter. She notes hair in soup, better not counted, and critiques hot dog casings now plastic. She recalls past food standards and prefers simple chili and hamburgers over upscale meals due to stomach sensitivity.

Actress Returns to Old Chicago Home in District

A sharply dressed visiting actress, Co ostie Holme, wandered a four story Old Town District bookstore once her home at 7623, 1929. She paused to speak of memories and the place’s charm before leaving.

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Police Seek Sreke Thief Across District

Police pursue a young thief described as about five years old, seen traveling in a distinct pattern near Franklin Park. The case, noted by Stone Y and Homer, remains under investigation with authorities urging caution and no questions at this time.

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Dear Daughter Dear Son Advice Column Dilemmas

A reader asks how to handle parents pressuring social limits over a wealthy girlfriend and a divorced mother planning a second wedding. Ele and Walt suggest confronting bias, involve a clergyman, and balance wedding plans with modest traditions. The column notes Timetable Newsletter offers dating tips for a dime and stamped envelope.

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Miss Universe Creator Dies at 69 in California

ADA Hills California Oscar Main Hardl creator of the Miss Universe pageant died in a hospital Thursday at age 69 two months after suffering a stroke. Born in Philadelphia he revived Miss Universe in 1952 and helped launch the Miss International pageant. He is survived by two daughters a son and three grandchildren.

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