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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 21, 1981

Page

2

Libya Gulf Dispute Over Waters Sparks 3 Mile Clash Talk

An AP report details a Wednesday aerial engagement 60 miles off Libya between U S F 14 fighters and Libyan planes. Washington says the clash occurred in international waters beyond three miles, while Libya claims Gulf of Sidra sovereignty and internal waters. The episode unfolds amid US 6th Fleet exercises and international law debate on territorial seas and exclusive economic zones.

Washington U.S Gulf of Sidra State Department United States Libya Gulf Israel Associated Press Pentagon Alan Romberg U.S. 6Th Fleet

Khadafy's Libya shapes Western interests and policy

A U S government study calls Khadafy a threat to Western interests while a Carnegie Endowment analysis blames parts of America for his rise. Since 1969 Libya remained a major oil supplier to the United States, with thousands of expatriates and limited diplomatic protection amid deteriorating ties.

U.S Khadafy Carnegie Endowment For International Peace Foreign Policy Magazine Libya Defense State Departments Central Intelligence Agency Jimmy Carter United States Washington Saudi Arabia Nigeria America

Boomer Fears Dennis Weakens Over Atlantic Drift

The hurricane Dennis was downgraded to a tropical storm by the National Hurricane Center at 6 a.m. EDT as it moved northeast into the Gulf Stream. Forecasters said it was diffuse and weakening with winds around 55 mph, posing mainly a shipping risk. The center lay about 450 miles south southeast of Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Associated Press Carolinas Dennis Gulf Stream National Hurricane Center Miami Halifax Nova Scotia Myrtle Beach S.C Chamber of Commerce South Carolina Weather Service North Carolina Bogue Banks Onslow Bay

Income Poor in 1980 for 6.2 Million Families Nationwide

A Census Bureau report details that about 6.2 million families and 29.3 million individuals were classified as poor in 1980. White families earned more than non whites, with median incomes of 21 900 for whites, 14 720 for Spanish origin, and 12 670 for blacks. Real income fell for men and was nearly unchanged for women, with inflation eroding earnings across regions and groups. The report notes that money income omits noncash benefits and discusses factors such as aging baby boomers, rising female-headed households, and more married women working to lift incomes. It explains the poverty line and family definitions used in the census.

Reagan Calls on Navy to Show Muscle at Sea

Reagan warned that if U S forces were fired upon they would respond with force, then praised the Constellation's firepower and addressed cheering sailors. He joked about not being awakened during a dogfight and quipped that if enemy planes were shot down they should wake him, otherwise not.

Reagan America

Reagan Leads Constellation Tour Off California Coast

In what he called a really Yankee Doodle day a grinning Reagan wore a cap reading Commander in Chief and briefly steered the Constellation in the Pacific off the California coast. He watched a dramatic airpower show by F-14 jets, the same type involved in the Libyan incident.

Reagan Pacific California

Young bandit a scared kid at Paragould bank

A 14-year-old eighth grader stormed Security Bank in Paragould Arkansas and held Vice President Charles Campbell for 30 to 45 minutes before surrendering. He appeared frightened and confused, had a disassembled rifle and 350 bullets, and did not issue demands. No charges were filed and the youth was removed to an undisclosed juvenile facility. Foot traffic swarmed downtown while FBI and state police negotiated.

Paragould, Ark Paragould Junior High FBI William Kell Arkansas Charles Campbell Campbell Kell Jerry King Fred Wilcox Wayland Speer Arkansas State Police Speer Buddy King Claucie Laymon

Mother regrets treatment at Oak Ridge NASA project hospital

Mary Sue Sexton, mother of a leukemia patient, says she regrets taking her child to the Institute of Nuclear Studies at Oak Ridge for care. Mother Jones alleges patients were treated for space research aims rather than cancer therapy and that NASA involvement did not affect care.

NASA Brad Marman Sexton Dwayne Washington Mary Sue Sexton Institute of Nuclear Studies Old Atomic Energy Commission Oak Ridge Clarence C. Lushbaugh

Odessa American Postal Notice and Delivery Details

Public notice from the Odessa American outlines USPS 402 960, publishing schedule, mailing address, post office box, and subscription rates. It lists daily and Sunday delivery, Sunday only options, and a customer service line for delivery problems with hours. The text reflects printer and mailing information rather than a news event.

Odessa Odessa, Texas

Weekend forecast shows generally fair weather across the state

The National Weather Service expects warmer afternoons through Saturday with cooler nights and no rain. South Texas may see scattered showers and a few heavy storms. Highs reach 80s to 90s, with lighter winds and continued fair skies elsewhere.

National Weather Service Texas Midland Regional

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