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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1971
Page
6
The American argues individuals would prefer voluntary spending of earnings over involuntary distribution, asserting personal choice benefits in the long run. The piece appears in the Odessa American on page 10-A under a capsule policy column.
A newspaper column argues confidence in political office mirrors consumer trust in markets. It notes four U.S. senators elected by slim margins wield broad power, seemingly insulated from the voices of voters, illustrating the fragility of placing faith in the political system.
A Washington Report piece cites World War I and II death totals, civilian suffering, and global conflicts since 1945. It criticizes UN inaction, notes massive U.S. war debts and aid, and laments rising inflation, crime, and unrest. It urges restraint, reason, and liberty against power’s corruption. It quotes Acton, Smyth, and Santayana on power and memory.
Today's Almanac notes the 361st day of 1971 with historical milestones including Netherlands sovereignty for Indonesia in 1949, Kepler's birth in 1571, Pasteur's birth in 1822, Carrie Nation's first raid in 1900, and openings of Show Boat in 1927 and Radio City Music Hall in 1932. It also mentions Bastogne relief in 1944 and Nehru's Goa stance in 1954, plus birthdays like Marlene Dietrich. Thought for today quotes George Eliot.
December 27, 1961 Merry Tuggle daughter of Mr and Mrs Pat Tuggle of 1627 Castle Road is a UT junior physical education major chosen as one of ten most beautiful girls on the University of Texas campus by Richard Boone who picked the ten from 35 finalists.
Fire Chief Charlie Meadows announced today that two new sets of uniforms will be issued to 44 city firemen shortly after January 1. The note is dated December 77, 1951, marking a twenty year reference.
Captain Perry C. Buchner, aviation procurement officer, announces that married men may now join the Flying Cadets. The statement specifies eligibility changes expanding the corps to include married applicants.
Mrs Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, at a New York party, was urged by a Democratic hopeful to publicly back him. She laughed and gave no hint of whom she might endorse, while close friends said she would likely stay out of politics. Political speculation centers on Sen George McGovern due to Kennedy ties. McCarthy is also noted for lecture fees linked to a presidential bid. The piece also outlines Washington civic leadership reshuffles, noting changes in the City Council and potential replacements, with focus on Anita Allen and Walter Fauntroy.
The United States ran a record 10 billion deficit in its balance of payments last year, the largest since the series began. High domestic production costs plus cheap foreign goods fuel unemployment, while tariffs will not help. The remedy calls for cutting costs and boosting output, possibly reducing wages, increasing worker productivity, and reconsidering foreign aid, Social Security payments abroad, and returning American staff home.
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The article discusses John Ehrlichman’s view that Nixon must run on his record while acknowledging major uncertainties for 1972. It notes doubts about economic recovery, Vietnam, world peace efforts, campus unrest, and the mood of voters. It highlights the unusual "future-based" case for reelection and looming credibility gaps.
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