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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1982
Page
5
An Odessa publication proclaims dedication to informing readers to promote freedom and self reliance. It asserts freedom as a divine gift, not government grant, requiring self restraint aligned with moral guides.
Pacific Northwest loggers urge Congress to cancel two year old timber contracts on federal lands and charge current lower rates, arguing market demand has fallen. The stance contrasts with Reagan administration opposition and calls for business to bear losses rather than taxpayers.
The House rejected Weinberger’s dense-pack MX basing 245 to 176 amid criticism from senators and former defense chiefs. Reagan defends a hard line against Soviet threats while Congress questions the weapon’s survivability and the secretary’s strategy.
Andy Rooney critiques perfume and fur coats as shopping season approaches. He recalls his Paris perfume gift, rejects expensive scents and fur, and favors simple, less ostentatious gifts. He notes perfume’s strong presence in stores, the odor of ambergris, and his evolving view on luxury items.
Washington reports say Moscow accelerated testing of a new submarine launched missile, coded 95 percent, violating SALT II. Conservative senators threaten to link MX support and Reagan nominations to full disclosure, while administration officials claim proof of violation is elusive.
The Odessa American invites submissions for My Turn Now a reader written guest column to appear periodically. Guidelines require over three double spaced pages typed or handwritten and editors minimize edits. Submissions should address any topic and be sent to the managing editor using the masthead address.
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