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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1952

Page

2

Amateur vs Pro Mark Early Presidential Campaign Contrast

Springfield Illinois reports a clash of styles as Eisenhower the amateur aligns with professional operatives while Stevenson the professional builds a seasoned team. The piece analyzes first days on tour from Abilene to Denver and Detroit and contrasts campaign tactics and temperament.

Associated Press Don Whitehead Eienhower Stevenson Springfield Ill Dwight D. Eisenhower Adai E. Stevenson Eisenhower Eiisenhower Abilene Kan Detroit Denver Brown Palace Hotel

Budget hearing set by Ector County Commissioners Court

The Commissioners Court of Ector County Texas will hold a hearing on the 1953 county budget in the County Courthouse Odessa on August 26 1952 at 10 am.

Commisioners Court Ector County Texas Ector County Court House Odessa

Notice of dissolution and reformation of construction firm

The line formerly known as P and D Construction Company, J. W. Patton and E. F. Day, is terminated and dissolved as of August 6, 1952. Gallman and Day will operate the business as Gallman Day with E. F. Day and William B. Gallman. Debts to P and D Construction are payable to E. F. Day, Box 3546 Odessa Texas, and debts owed by P and D Construction are payable by E. F. Day. Signed: J. W. Patton E. F. Day.

J. W. Patton E. F. Day P & D Construction Company William B. Gallman Gallman & Day

Phone Girl Found Beaten To Death

Agnes Jaeger a 24 year old telephone operator was found beaten to death in a field near Fond du Lac Wisconsin on a Saturday. William Gardner Jr 24 was jailed on vagrancy charges after hours of questioning. He had dated the victim Saturday morning and claimed to have spent early morning hours with his wife.

Fond DU Lac Wis Agnes Jaeger William Gardner Jr Gardner

Phantom bandit robs Cornell cashier for 4000 dollars

A masked intruder described as a phantom bandit in a zoot suit and silk stocking over the head knocked out an assistant cashier at Cornell University on Saturday. He fled with more than 4000 dollars and was not seen entering or leaving the campus.

Ithaca N. Y Cornell University

Many Firms Alter Pension Plans Amid Inflation Pressures

The piece notes widespread changes as inflation drives costs in retirement. It profiles moves by firms to liberalize benefits, introduce savings and deferred profit sharing, and fund pensions via insurance, trusts, or current income. It highlights the Teachers Insurance and Annuity Associations’ stock option pilot and the growth of savings plans and profit sharing in firms.

New York Financial World Teachers Inso- France Annuity Associations of America Carnegie Foundation For the Advancement of Teaching Cmpanies Ployer Council of Profit Sharing Industries

Middle Age And Beyond

This health column explains that body wear occurs from birth to death and annual chiropractor exams help detect issues early. It notes benefits for women 40 to 50 undergoing physiological changes and promotes a practical, painless mechanical approach to care from chiropractors.

S. D. Browerbortant Sens Chiropractor PLC

Girl Kidnapping Suspect Arrested After Nationwide Search

The kidnapper Woods, using the alias George C. Anvil, planned a new life and fake papers but was captured after a massive hunt. The missing girl Eva Lois Woods was found safe with her mother Mrs Woods hidden to protect her. Police and volunteers including Boy Scouts and National Guard scoured the region in extreme heat.

Woods George C. Anvil J. J. Heaton Capt Fenton Dallas Boy Scouts National Guard Sheriff's Posse

Indians Hold Pow Wow at Anadarko Exposition

An American Indian Exposition opens in Anadarko Oklahoma on Monday. More than 13000 tribesmen from across the nation are slated to take part in six days of ceremonies and festivities.

Anadarko Okla

Nelson Office Supply rents Underwood typewriters this year

Learn at Home notices Nelson Office Supply at 510 North Grant offering Underwood typewriters for rent and sale for the upcoming school year. The ad urges early rental or purchase to improve typing grades and ensure availability by September 8.

Nelson Office Supply North Grant Underwood Nelson’s West Texas North Texas T.W.T.O.S

Campus Vamps Visit Lady Fair Beauty Salon

A campus fashion note promotes Ena and Lavada at Lady Fair Beauty Salon 121 West 2nd for versatile easy care coiffures. It urges appointments by dialing 6-4841 for hair coloring and styling to boost office or home looks.

Ena Lady Fair Beauty Salon West 2Nd Lavada

School supplies and clothing at 8th Street stores

Town shoppers find school supplies at 8th Street Variety and Department Store 409 East 8th and clothing for boys and girls. A new fall shipment of fabrics and materials is also available at 408 East 8th.

East 8Th Smiths

Custom Craft Draperies At John Boatright Furniture

John Boatright Furniture offers Custom Craft Draperies with yard long color swatches and measurements taken to fit any length or width. Prices range from 14 to 34 dollars per pair and satisfaction is guaranteed.

John Boatright Furniture Kermit Highway John Boatright Furniture

Broncho Cleaners Promotes Easy Fall Wardrobe Cleaning

An ad for Broncho Cleaners at 207 West 27th Street highlights easy clothing cleaning with fresh results. Open daily from 7 to 6, offering ample time before or after work and free parking for customers.

S&t Cleaners North Lee Simpson ABC West 27Th Street

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By Don Whitehead Republican Party Democratic National Committee Wilson Wyatt Louisville Chicago Stephen Mitchell Western Auto Associate Store N. Texas Phantom’ Bandit Sears Alto Dale Brewer Brewer Chiropractic 4 Eine East 27Th St J.an Cox Chiropractic Dius West County Road Mrs. Woods C. H. Phillips Aston Lorain Phillips the Woods Eva Lois Dwester Diemonds FED Ines Smith West First Allen Smith Allen West First Street Bailey Insulation Company Bailey’s Fisher Optical Office North Front Ann North Whittaker S&t Delivers Gulf Dick Folger Gulf West End T. S. Miller 2Nd T. L. Miller’s Furr’s 7Th and
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