Laird Faces Early Test as Defense Chief in Nixon Era
Defense Secretary Laird, a Wisconsin Republican and longtime House Defense Appropriations subcommittee member, moves from Congress to the Pentagon. He must reconcile strong Navy needs and new strategic weapons with civilian control and McNamara’s cost effectiveness critique while navigating Democratic scrutiny and a tightening budget.
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Wintry blast heads toward Permian Basin area
A severe cold front from Canada brings a mass of frigid air toward the Odessa Midland region. Forecasters expect a drop to the mid-20s by Friday with gusty winds up to 40 mph and possible snow flurries in the Panhandle tonight, though no precipitation is forecast for the Permian Basin.
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Wildlife Commission Head Resigns Post
Will Odom resigns as chairman of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission, citing the need for new leadership. Gov. Connally appoints Leon P. Gilvin to complete the term, as a cold front and Arctic blast sweep across the region.
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Nixon selects aides to form a cabinet style panel
President-elect Nixon moves to give his cabinet freedom in naming top policy aides and undersecretaries. He met with designated secretaries for guidance while stressing independence, highlighting trusted allies like Rogers and Finch and signaling one Democrat may be named ambassador to the United Nations.
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INASA Denies Leak In Apollo Rocket
NASA spokesman denied a leak in the first stage of the Saturn V rocket feared after a fueling test. Officials said the December 21 launch remains possible with three weeks needed to fix any issue and no risk to lunar mission timing.
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Jauneh Jorey
Frank Borman
James A. Lovell Jr
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Inside. Odessa Marine Battles Near DMZ
Report from Odessa details Marine actions against Viet Cong near the DMZ with heavy fighting and casualties. The article notes American forces pressing operations and civilian risks amid the conflict.
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Draft Quota Hike Sought by Pentagon and Gilvin
The Pentagon proposed drafting 33,700 men in February the highest monthly quota in months, while details show Gilvin, a University of Texas graduate and head of Gilvin Terrill Inc., taking a major state role. The draft outlook includes 32,200 to the Army and 1,500 to the Marines with reserves and National Guard impacts.
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Talks Rift Shrinks Progress In Viet Talks
US and South Vietnam officials held a nine minute Paris meeting as they sought to avert a rift over peace conference procedures. The talks focused on who speaks first and the conference table shape amid pressure from Pham Dang Lam and Ky leadership to resist recognizing the Viet Cong Front. US sources say there is room for compromise and aim to start talks soon, with Saigon wary of any concessions that would grant full status to the Front.
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Quipster Dialogue on Marital Choice
A brief quip exchanges a poke about choosing a spouse. Lex asks about family brilliance in mate selection. Tex replies with a single sharp line praising his wife. The exchange reads like a columnist’s wry aside on marriage and judgment.
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