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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1971
Page
3
The American argues individuals gain satisfaction by voluntary spending rather than forced distribution. The policy notes permission to reproduce editorials from The American with proper credit.
California barber Ricky Star operates cut-rate shops charging $1.50, below the state minimums. The state Board of Barber Examiners pursued disciplinary action for noncompliance with health rules and price regulations, threatening 30 days closure and possible criminal charges, arguing that defying edicts burdens taxpayers. Star defied the order, arguing for individual freedom in pricing and union status, while supporters note his role as a productive, taxpaying member of society.
This Almanac notes key historical moments on December 1 including U S declarations of war in 1941 and statehood events, plus notable anniversaries from 1816 to 1969. Birthday mentions include Fred Seaton and George Sauer. Thought for today cites Henry David Thoreau.
Ten years ago the Odessa city manager W. E. Routh attended a meeting in Abilene to discuss plans for the Texas City Managers Association annual meeting set for June 10 to 12, 1962. Attendees also included Texas Tech band clinic participants Jack Boyd Harry Gipson Don Debenport Robert Maddox Jr. and Irene Newcomb at Lubbock event.
Twenty years ago on December 11 1951 Odessa high school students were among about 1500 youths from West Texas and New Mexico recognized for achievements.
Thirty years ago on December 11 1941 Glenn R Murphy son of Mr and Mrs C B Foley was in the U S Army stationed at Fort Mills in the Philippine Islands during the early days of World War II.
In 1971 the House shows rising anti-busing strength as northern and western members join Southern conservatives. The anti-busing coalition wins key votes to bar federal funds for busing and delay court-ordered plans, led by Michigan figures and supported by CT, IL, IN, NY, OH, PA, WI lawmakers. Detroit and Indianapolis findings of segregation spur action.
Televised footage labeled Now You Know Now You Know shows Mars probe visuals that resemble old cinema but sharper. The segment notes public confusion and mentions a nightmare theme while viewers describe being overwhelmed as they stand amid crowded packages stuck in a revolving door.
Michael Perrin from College Station argues against the Ector County ISD stadium bond, contending the land under Barrett Stadium remains and the old site could be relocated or remodeled cheaper. He questions the need for 2.9 million in athletic upgrades, cites costs of free lunch programs, and urges strengthening intramural and non athletic programs as better educational investments.
A list of U S senators and representatives with their Washington D C office addresses from Houston Wichita Falls Lubbock El Paso San Angelo Midland Odessa Pecos and Pecos in Texas. The contact details name party and district show how to address lawmakers in official correspondence.
A compact answer set compiling clues and solutions for a Friday crossword dated December 10, listing across and down entries with corresponding answers. Includes entries such as Footlike part input occult Macaw eye part declaimed ship shaped clock island group makes possible transaction Golden Oriole infinitely light list crony fountain drink French novelist head Nazi high waves made of clay compass point large ship speedy palterer scarcely visibly intoxicated selective limited leg bone contagious disease ease of mind man s nickname nab former stout animals club see legal point talk shows before this hunting junket conversations king s judgment muscle twitches powdery residue contends successfully districts weight for stability given signal out of meat fuss temple figure tie together of the stomach gray for paradise hard to find nominal value spring knowing sets going business deal early explorer bedouin headband sandwich meat Euripides tragedy repeats force column Addison s co worker agrees with thorax colors due l duel dinner card taxi mineral Roosevelt agency abbr young Britisher.
A critical essay argues that a sustained economic freeze and a coming thaw reveal a moral crisis in America. It blames elected leaders for ceding to labor interests, creating a monetary excess and rising living costs, and calls for recommitment to original American ideals to reverse the trend.
The column argues that Chinese demands at the United Nations threaten U S troops in South Korea and could lead to dissolving UNSC directives. It criticizes reconciliation policy toward communists, warns of a possible UN retreat, and cautions that recognizing Peking risks American security, blaming left wing one world ideas and Kissinger for alarm.
A lighthearted column jokes that love and romance drive the world causing dizzying swirls of affection and whimsy, noting how relationships influence daily life and social scenes.
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