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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1971

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Reds Say 4 Captured in North Vietnam Air War

North Vietnamese antiaircraft and MIG21 interceptors reportedly shot down four US F4 Phantom fighter-bombers along the Laos border. Four crewmen were rescued or accounted for while six remain missing amid heavy rains and jungle search. Hanoi claims four captured pilots. US officials dispute some details and say planes went down over Laos, not North Vietnam.

Baigon Leas Hanoi U.S Laos Demilitarized Zone Plain of Jars Muong Suoi Svord North Vietnam Kenneth Roth Wells Leland Louis Hildebrand Samuel Richard Vaughan Kenneth R. Johnson Robert O'Brien O'Brien United States Nghe An

American stocks rise as dollar strengthens in European trades

In a turbulent European currency session, Ameribank in Frankfurt and American stocks advance as the dollar gains against the franc and mark. The Swiss franc is realigned to 3.84 per dollar, with the franc's overall value up sharply, while bank dealings limit excess speculation amid ongoing discussions among Group of Ten nations.

London Ameribank Frankfurt Washington Switzerland American Express Busi Thel Group of Ten Edmond Fritz Leutwiler Paris Deutschemark National Bank Jan Thelfranc Limlfranc Zurich London Foreign Exchange Bank of France Interpank U.S

Devaluation Pact Aims To Boost U S Jobs And Trade

The Group of Ten agrees on a new monetary framework to lift U S employment and make American products more competitive. Gold prices move with the dollar devaluation while imports and travel costs rise for foreign goods and travel. Experts cite a gradual impact, noting jobs gains but mixed effects on consumer prices and foreign purchases.

Washington U.S Frankfurt Zurich London United States Donald Rumstfeld Cost of Living Council Jess Ince

Odessa area eyes warm Christmas forecast despite uncertain details

The National Weather Service notes dry air and clear skies in the Permian Basin with high temps in the low to mid 60s Monday and Tuesday and cool nights near 30. Winds shift from southwest to west at 15 to 25 mph, with coastal showers and fog in parts of Texas.

National Weather Service Sation Me Jeminel Odessa Permian Texas Armarillo Wichita Falls Oklahoma Plaina Co[tulla McAllen Amarillo Dalhart Panhandle Brownsville Galves‘ton

Nixon lifts 10 percent import surcharge in Bermuda talks

President Nixon arrived in Hamilton Bermuda for two days of summit talks with Prime Minister Edward Heath and announced he signed a proclamation lifting the 10 per cent surcharge on foreign imports. The move aims to ease trade tensions as discussions begin.

Milton Friedman University of Chicago Intergerman U.S Friedman Jlieve Nixon Boston MIT Paul Samuelson Samuelson Hamilton Bermuda Edward Heath Theic

The Quipster’s Debt Recalled in Wry Farewell

A sharp remark lingers as a character confesses lasting gratitude for a witty companion. The line hints at deeper ties and a lasting debt of humor, marking a memorable moment in their exchange.

New Leader Pledges A Strong Pakistan Amid Crisis

Pakistan's leadership crowd fled the fallout from the two week war with India as Yahya Khan resigned after military defeats. Bhutto pledged a strong, united Pakistan and called for stability while stressing East Pakistan’s inseparability. He warned against a prolonged war and spoke of rebuilding with confidence. Nixon reaffirmed U S support for Pakistan's sovereignty during talks in Washington. The Awami League won a majority in East Pakistan, but Yahya canceled many votes.

Associated Agha Mohammed Yahyat Khan Bhutto Pakistan India United Nations Nixon de Jon U.S Fense Jagjivan Ram Joseph Farland Islamabad Sheik Mujibur Rahman Bangla Desh Rome Washington New Delhi I Bhutto Pakistan People’s Party National Assembly West Pakistan Sheik Mujib Awami League East Pakistan Yahya Khan Awami

Merger Costs Highlight ICC Findings

The ICC Bureau of Enforcement reports the New York Central and Pennsylvania merger caused about 100 million dollars in unpaid bills 400 million in excess labor costs and poor railroad operations. It cites 1760 pages of documents and notes a possible conflict of interest involving former Central executive David C Bevan.

Washington New York Central Pennsylvania

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