Opinion on Middle East letter sparks protests at Standard Oil
A Standard Oil California letter on Middle East conditions drew protests from Jewish quarters in Los Angeles. Vandalism splashed red paint on the firm’s office, with an anonymous call to the AP claiming Jewish group involvement. The piece urges restraint and cautions against destructive acts, noting the harm to public opinion and the struggle’s outcome.
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Middle East
Los Angeles
Associated Press
Standard
Letters dispute over gun rights and federal power
Dear Editor letter argues the eighteenth century founders created a Union of states that decayed in the twentieth century due to small figures and tyrannical federal overreach. It criticizes the National Advisory Commission on Criminal Justice Standards and Goals for recommending seizing private handguns and calls for strict constitutional interpretation of the Second Amendment. It also condemns repealing laws against gambling marijuana pornography prostitution and private sexual acts, urging vigilance against such moves. Sincerely James H. Countryman Odessa.
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America
Philadelphia
National Advisory Commission On Criminal Justice, Standards and Goals
Commission
Congress Resignation Idea Lingers Amid Watergate Row
In a Q and A, Henry Reuss urges Nixon and Agnew resign together for a national unity government. He argues the leadership failures harm governance and the economy, even as Agnew faces new probes. he says the move would have benefited the country earlier.
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Henry S. Reuss
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Agnew
Government of National Unity
House
Carl Albert
Reuss
International Finance
Spiro Agnew
Foreign dollar fears buoy prices and export controls
Foreign observers question Nixon Agnew era missteps as Watergate fuels dollar doubt. The weak dollar lowers foreign prices on US feed grains while boosting American domestic prices and spurring authorities to tighten exports, signaling perceived policy weakness and economic tension.
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Nixon-Agnew
Rangers mark 150th anniversary with new Waco memorial
The Texas Rangers celebrated 150 years with a ceremony at Waco to break ground on a memorial building. The article notes the Ranger tradition, teamwork, and modern policing tools, highlighting the force within the Texas Department of Public Safety and honors for past members.
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Rangers
Waco
Texas Ranger
Texas Department of Public Safety
FDA vitamin rules spark clash over freedom of choice
Washington columnist James J. Kilpatrick rebukes FDA commissioner Alexander Schmidt over August 1 labeling regulations. He argues federal power should not prescribe scientific truth or curb consumer autonomy, warning that government rushes to regulate vitamins and minerals risk stifling individual judgment and liberty.
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Food and Drug Administration
John T. Walden
Deppty
FDA
Alexander M. Schmidt
Dr. Schmidt
Congress
Papa
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Almanac History Highlights For Friday August Seventeenth
Friday August seventeenth, 1973 marks the 229th day of the year with 136 days left. Notable events include Germany declaring war on Russia in 1914, Cromwell’s 1648 victory, Crockett born in 1786, Fort Sumter bombardment in 1863, and De Gaulle commuting Petain's death sentence in 1945. Birthdays list Mae West, John Hay Whitney, Franklin D Roosevelt Jr. Thought for today cites Clarence Darrow.
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Germany
Russia
Mae West
John Hay Whitney
Franklin D. Roosevelt Jr
Johnny Crawford joins Odessa rodeo entry in 1963
Ten years ago on August 17 1963 Johnny Crawford star of The Rifleman filed an entry in Odessa Texas for the National Championship Junior Rodeo.
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Johnny Crawford
Odessa
Ruth Women's Circle hostess event at First Presbyterian
Twenty years ago on August 17 1953 Mrs Gene Hart served as hostess for the Ruth Women's Circle at the First Presbyterian Church in town, hosting members and guests for a gathering reflecting church fellowship.
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Gene Hart
Ruth
First Presbyterian Church
Odessa urged to reserve season football tickets now
Thirty years ago on August 17, 1943 Mrs. Mac Boring Jr of the Athletic Office urged Odessans to reserve season football tickets, signaling early planning for upcoming games and local fan participation.
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Mac Boring Jr
Athletic Office
Witty Barbs and Phrases in Light Verse
A playful collection of quips on marriage pride and advice. The lines poke at drink tolerance, forewarned worries, patenting ideas, loyal friendships, and tidying up to brighten one’s surroundings.
CROSSWORD PUZZLE 1 ARGONAUTS AND MORE
A crossword puzzle listing clues and partial answers across multiple definitions. Entries include historical and general knowledge terms such as Argonauts barbed spears prophets meadow and various abbreviations and descriptors.
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