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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 16, 1972

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U S Bombers Launch War's Biggest Attack

U S B52 bombers carried out the heaviest raids of the Vietnam War against North Vietnam near the DMZ. More than 80 missions and 7 000 tons of bombs pounded targets as fighter bombers and paratroops engaged in south and central Vietnam.

Saigon U.S North Vietnam Demilitarized Zone Paris Dong Hoi Dmz United States Hanoi Pon Haiphong South Vietnam Quang Ta Province Mu Gia Pass Laos Ho Chi Minh Quang Tri Central Highlands

Hope Leaves On Last Viet Trip

Bob Hope sails for the 22nd and final Christmas tour to entertain U S troops in the Far East with a group including Miss World and Miss Norway contestants. He hopes the war ends before they arrive and plans to reach Los Angeles by December 30.

Hope van Nuys Caht Bob Hope Vietnam Air Force Far East Tmne Air National Guard Bose Hope Shemya Japan Korea Thailand Diego Garewa South Vietnam Guam Los Angeles Dee 30 C. L. Hanson

Heading Back To Hanoi Promises To Keep Ties With Kissinger

A report notes a diplomatic heading back to Hanoi with plans to maintain communication with Henry A Kissinger. The trip follows the pause in peace talks with Le Due Tho and a presidential adviser, signaling ongoing efforts toward settlement.

Promsing Mouch Henry A Kissinger le Due Tho Thy Moscow Hanoi Kissinger Vietnam Dr. Kissinger

Odessa Permian Faces Dallas Skyine In Weeknight Clash

Forecasts call for fair conditions for the 7 pm Key Class 4A game at W T Barrett Stadium between Odessa Permian Panthers and Dallas Skyine Raiders. Overnight lows near mid-20s, temps in 40s by kickoff, winds up to 15 mph with a late cold front expected later Monday. no precipitation forecast.

National Weather Service Odessa Permian Panthers Dallas Skyine Raiders W. T. Barrett Permian Basin Midland-Odessa Ate Odessa Texas Dallas-Abilene Amarillo Childress Dalhart Marfa Wink

Seven Nixon aides resign from HEW and agencies

The White House announced seven more high officials resigning including Surgeon General Jesse Steinfeldt and NHTSA head Douglas Tons. NIH chief Robert Marston also leaves. other resignations include two HEW assistant secretaries Merlin DuVal and Robert Beetty, Aging head John Martin Jr., Urban Mass Transportation head Carlos Villarreal, with nominations and recess appointments for other posts.

Washington White House Jesse L Steinfeldt Douglas W Tons National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Ronald L. Ziegler Robert Q. Marston National Institutes of Health Ziegler Marston Merlin K. DuVal Robert O Beetty John B. Martin Jr HEW Carlos C. Villarreal Urban Mass Transportation Administration Steinfeldt Toms Nixon Robert H. Morris San Francisco Federal Power Commission

Truman’s Condition Deteriorates as Doctors Warn Very Serious

Kansas City AP report shows Harry S Truman’s kidney output declining and heart activity erratic while he remains semiconscious in hospital. Vital signs fluctuated and no dialysis decision made. nurses continue tube feedings though protein absorption is poor. Mrs Bess Truman and Margaret Truman Daniel visited as family weighs next steps.

Kansas City Harry S. Truman Truman Tlmes Research Hospital Wallace Graham Bess Truman Margaret Truman Daniel Mrs Daniel Trumans New York Hewsmen

Orange Dust Observed On Moon By Apollo 17 Crew

Astronauts aboard Apollo 17 reported orange dust on the Moon near the Sea of Serenity during orbital surveys. Geologist Harriadn H. Schmitt described a distinct orange hue and noted possible volcanic activity, as the crew prepared to return to Earth after completing surface experiments and sample collection.

Space. Center Houston Iar Apollo 17 Harriadn H. Schmitt Sea of Serenity Sulpicius Gallus Schmitt Eugene A. Cernan Ronald A Evans America Schmit Cernan Moon Earth Schmitt Serenity Sulpicias Gallos Taurus-Litirow Apollo Sulpicius Guallos Schnitt

Apollo 17 crew chase missing scissors aboard capsule

Space Center Houston reports Apollo 17 astronauts lost a hefty pair of scissors in the command module. Flight controllers study photos to locate possible lofts as the crew plans a back home search during the return from the moon sata.

Neal Hutchinson

Mayor Critiques Queen Of Christian Cities In Bethlehem

In a Windsor-like clash, Bethlehem’s mayor voices discontent toward a prominent church figure described as queen of Christian cities. The article notes tensions and seeks to frame leadership in a local, ceremonial light.

Bethlehem Christan

Missing heroin stash tied to French Connection case

New York police report 23 pounds of heroin worth about 1 million disappeared from custody in the 1982 French Connection case, raising total missing to 40 pounds valued at several million. Commissioner Vo Murphy says investigation will be deep. former detective Eddie Egan may be questioned. Egan claims no police involvement and suspects underworld influence.

New York Gap Patrick Vo Murphy Patice Eddie Egan Amos Egan

The Quipster First Cooking Attempt Boils Over

The Quipster’s inaugural cooking attempt ends in a dramatic boil of 10.0 units. The mishap highlights the learning curve in kitchen experiments and Sets up a humorous tale of culinary missteps.

Scali Named Next U.N. Ambassador by Nixon

President Nixon plans to name White House adviser John A. Scali as the United States Ambassador to the United Nations, succeeding George Bush who will become chairman of the Republican National Committee. Scali, a seasoned diplomat and AP reporter, has guided foreign policy initiatives and key trips to Peking and Moscow from the White House.

Washington Nixon White House John A. Scali U.S United Nations Scali George Bush L_N_ post Republican National Committee Associated Press American Broadcasting Co Peking Moscow Seal

Philadelphia boxer plays Santa at Cedarbrook Mall

Gil Turner, once a top lightweight, now 42, fits a red Santa suit stuffed with four pillows to greet shoppers. He recalls boxing memories and the challenge of weight, while joking with children and recalling Christmas mornings of old, finding joy in the role despite aches from the heavy suit.

Philadelphia Santa Gil Turner Turner Santa Claus Cedarbrook Mall Baby Jane Tomma

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