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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1968

Page

6

Editorials Comments on Freedom and Moral Guides

The Odessa American editorial argues for universal freedom rooted in creation and self-control. It emphasizes personal responsibility to understand moral guides such as the Ten Commandments the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence to preserve freedom and help others receive its blessings. The piece reflects a 1968 faith in individual liberty.

Favoring Individualism and Jewish Civic Activism in America

The Jewish Society of America counters Weyl’s portrayal of Jews as left-leaning, citing a diverse view within the community. The group, with offices in New York and Los Angeles, emphasizes the sanctity of the individual, constitutional rights, free enterprise, and opposition to statism, while pledging loyalty to American ideals and religious liberty.

United States Nathaniel Weyl Weyl Jewish Society of America National Advisory Council Doctors Committee New York City Los Angeles JSA Advisory Council Chicago

Torch of Freedom Christmas Reflections 1968

A columnist laments commercialism and social pressures during Christmas. He contrasts festive duties with moral values, arguing technology and welfare programs erode true charity. The piece praises gift spirit, tolerance, and goodwill as the best 1968 holiday gift.

Santa Claus United States

World monetary crisis spurs critique of leaders and policy

A Chicago Tribune analysis argues that central bankers in West Germany and France, led by Erhard and De Gaulle, miss the core issue of inflation and fiscal responsibility. It contrasts U.S. tax burdens and Nixon era spending with European austerity, blaming government overreach for currency woes and urging accountability.

Chicago Tribune Erhard de Gaulle Canute Britain United States Cannes Amy Sesso France Ludwig Erhard

Nixon cabinet blabbermouths spark hush pledge plan

A chaotic preinaugural scene spurs talk of firing cabinet members who spoke out on policy and drew market reaction. The piece notes Nixon aides including Kennedy Hickel Scranton and asks if wives of officials will face briefings, highlighting a broader press and communications challenge.

Washington Bethodon Nixon White House M. Kennedy Kennedy Alaska Walter J. Hickel Hickel Dome Ieep Kenney Pennsylvania Wiliam Scranton Scranton Middle-East Cairo Tel Aviv Anton Aps Kenylin LBJ Pe International Nedy Hickey Brimstone Klein Herb Klein

Ramirez girl earns silver wings after Fort Worth training

Miss Mary Alice Ramirez daughter of Mr and Mrs Joe Ramirez of 1713 North Tom Green completes training at American Airlines Stewardess College Fort Worth earning silver wings in a five years ago December 24 1863 context.

Mary Alice Ramirez Joe Ramirez North Tom Green American, Airlines Stewardess College All Fort Worth

China proposes resuming talks with United States in Geneva and Warsaw

The almanac notes Red China's bid to restart almost 14 years of stalled diplomacy with the United States. It frames Mao Zedong's move as a more active role on the world stage and discusses potential implications for Asia and Cold War power dynamics.

Leon Dennen NEA United Nations N.Y Red United States Mao Edinburgh Castle Scotland Nixon Oliver Cromwell Asia Pulaski Tenn Ef Sports North Africa Jean Darlan Vieti Franklin Nam Peking D. Roosevelt Dwight D Europe Rudolph Russia America United U.S Ise of Representatives China West Warsaw Chiang Kaishek Taiwan Bandung

Treaty of Ghent Ends War of 1812 Signed in Belgium

On this date in 1814 the United States and Britain signed the Treaty of Ghent in Belgium, ending the War of 1812 and shaping postwar relations between the two nations.

United States England Ghent Belgium

Address for Federal and State Lawmakers Listed

A list shows Sen Ralph W Yarborough and Rep Richard C Walls with Washington and district addresses in Texas. Sen John G Towe and Rep 0 C Fisher are noted, alongside State Rep Ace Pickens of Odessa and Rep Richard C SI of Pecos. Additional names and offices appear from San Angelo to Pecos and Irving.

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