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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1968
Page
5
The editorial outlines a philosophy of equal freedom for all, stressing self control, the Ten Commandments, Golden Rule, and the Declaration of Independence. It argues that informed readers can safeguard their liberty and influence others to share in its blessings. Page 8-A, Tuesday, December 10, 1968.
Edward Daniels argues that car design adds repair costs and proposes cheaper bumpers radiators and easier repairs. He notes the industry has enabled affordable cars and long-lasting ownership, while urges preserving value and innovation. He warns easy to fix, off the shelf repairs could tempt reckless demolition on highways.
A collection of brief clippings argues that fear shapes national action, contrasting USSR and USA in a world of permissive education and political control. It cites anthropological findings on monkey discipline, notes teacher strikes once unthinkable, and links dedication to reform and education with liberal change.
Washington reports a blue ribbon panel led by Frederick Kapp proposes large pay raises for about 2,000 top federal executives and key officials. It suggests boosting congressional salaries from 30,000 to 50,000, the President’s pay, the Vice President, all Cabinet members, judges, ambassadors, and various board chairmen. The plan notes ceilings, phased top-rate increases, and economy measures linked to a broader tax package.
The Senate Investigations Subcommittee plans new hearings in the spring on riots aftermath and revival in inner city neighborhoods. Chairman John L. McClellan leads prep work, with testimony from mayors, police, and militants.
A columnist muses on reading habits and book culture from cookbooks to War and Peace. He jokes about publishers pushing deluxe editions, covers over content, and voter platforms, noting readers focus on covers more than substance. He quips about political parties and the idea of collecting editions.
Fred Bell of Odessa will be one of four delegates from Texas to attend the Baha'i National Convention in Chicago Illinois.
December 10 1958 Dr Joe H McAlister was guest speaker for the Pioneer Study Club with the program topic Americanism.
Twenty years ago on December 10 1948 Mrs Rena McQuary a music teacher presents a Christmas program for PTA members at South Elementary School highlighting student performances and school activities during the holiday season.
The article notes that Now You Know Now You Know minstrel troupes first appeared in America in the mid-1800s. It cites West Quoddy Head Maine as the easternmost point in the United States and mentions Mariner 2 recording Venus surface temperatures around 800 degrees, deemed unfriendly to life as known on Earth.
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Today is December 10 1968 the 345th day of the year with 21 days left. Notable events include the 1898 Paris treaty ending the Spanish American War and cession of the Philippines Puerto Rico and Guam to the United States. Also Nobel prizes began anniversary events in 1896 and Mona Lisa recovered in 1913.
New York Senator Jacob Javits pressed Army Secretary Stanley Resor for a broad review of the reserves program after revelations that 20 000 reservists were released early from active duty. Javits cited high costs, limited training, and questions about mobilization necessity, urging lawmakers to push for funding and time to improve drill pay, equipment, and readiness across Army reserves and National Guard units.
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