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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1986
Page
4
The Odessa American proclaims its mission to inform readers so they may promote and preserve freedom in the Permian Basin. It asserts freedom as self control guided by moral principles and constitutional truths, inviting correspondence to its Odessa Texas address.
In Austin advocates weigh amending the Texas constitution to allow second mortgages against homesteads despite a 150-year stance preserving first liens. Bankers push, consumer groups resist, arguing higher debt and foreclosures. supporters cite potential $4.4 billion in new financing and tax-law shifts. Kidd, chief of The American Austin Bureau.
The piece argues that appointing an independent counsel to investigate the Iran-Contra affair will remove political pressure, insulate the process from both the administration and Congress, and help the government regain direction. It commends Reagan and Meese for choosing decisive action to restore balance and legitimacy in oversight.
The Corpus Christi Caller notes a federal district judge in New Orleans questions the idea that employers may drug test employees at will as part of Reagan's anti-drug program. The ruling signals limits to an across-the-board approach, suggesting targeted testing may be justified while broad measures could be unworkable.
Juarez, El Paso's sister city, sees a parade marking the Mexican Revolution's 76th anniversary turn into a riot. Police used guns, clubs, and tear gas amid assaults, broken windows, and disfigured buildings. injuries and arrests reported as proximity strains cross-border ties.
A Sam Houston State University poll in Huntsville shows 54 percent of Texans naming crime as their top worry and 51 percent listing drug abuse as a major concern. The survey highlights public pressure on lawmakers to address crime and narcotics amid unemployment near 10 percent and ongoing traffic issues.
On this date in 1835 in Texas history, Alamo defenders beat back Mexican troops besieging the San Antonio mission. Heavy fighting began at 10:30 p.m. and continued through 6:30 the following morning.
A letter discusses why law enforcement officers lack training in handling diabetics, recounting a 1986 incident where a diabetic teen struggled during an insulin reaction. The writer urges officers to recognize symptoms, wearers to carry medical IDs, and seeks ADA resources for education and support. They critique Police Chief Alan Stewart’s stance and highlight dangers of misinterpreting diabetes as intoxication.
American Legion Post 430 and Auxiliary hosted their annual Youth Appreciation Banquet on Saturday November 1 in Odessa. Honored were students involved in Boys State Girls State Sons of the American Legion Junior Auxiliary Explorer Scout Post 83 and ROTC cadets with parents principals counselors and officials in attendance. Local sheriff Bob Brookshire and judge Jan Fisher joined educators and teachers in acknowledging youth participation and community support.
Monica Walden thanks Odessa area residents and local businesses for food money prayers and support after her husband Gene Walden the skydiver died on November 1. She expresses gratitude for the care shown and goodwill from the caring community in this personal note.
Jim Anders of Odessa argues against overreaction to oil odors and spills. He defends oil and gas as vital to Odessa Midland, defends workers, and urges support for the industry and air quality board, warning against panic and lawsuits. He notes long residence since 1936 and compares cattle country smells to oil odors.
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