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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1985
Page
4
The Odessa American declares its commitment to informing readers in the Permian Basin to promote freedom, self control, and community betterment. It frames freedom as a divine gift and outlines alignment with moral guides and the Declaration of Independence.
The Dallas Times Herald notes President Reagan showed fortitude during surgery for cancerous growth and commends his prudent move of temporarily transferring powers to Vice President George Bush. Skeptics worry this heightened crisis, but the paper supports the precautionary action and emphasizes that presidential powers remain unbound by his health.
TheTexas Open Records Act is cited as forcing DPS to release driver license data upon request. Critics say reforms are needed to curb access for commercial interests. The Texas agency notes no choice under current law, while concerns rise over privacy and widespread data use.
The piece argues for keeping the Museum of the American Indian in New York rather than moving it to Texas. It highlights iconic New York landmarks and the city’s unique cultural bustle to emphasize the value of preserving the museum’s location and access to its art and history.
Octavio J. Alfonso, a 60 year old air conditioning repairman who arrived from Cuba 20 years ago, was elected to a county governing body despite limited English. Critics urge fluency requirements for candidates while Alfonso defends his compliance with citizenship and residency rules. Lufkin Daily News
The seven hostages in Lebanon are described as noble volunteers not pawns, drawn to aid Lebanon through the American University of Beirut founded in the 1850s. The attackers seek to undermine the symbol of American aid, but the world must see united resolve to free them.
A roster of federal and state lawmakers with office addresses in Washington and Austin includes U S Rep Larry Combest Republican of Lubbock U S Rep Ronald Coleman Democrat of El Paso U S Sen Lloyd Bentsen Democrat of Mission U S Sen Phil Gramm Republican of College Station Rep Larry Don Shaw Democrat of Big Spring Rep Kelly Godwin Republican of Odessa Rep Tom Craddick Republican of Midland Sen John Montford Democrat of Lubbock Sen Bill Sims Democrat of San Angelo Mark White Capitol Station Austin Texas 78711
In 1978 the House approved a measure to abolish the Civil Aeronautics Board by a 356 to 4 vote paving the way for free market airline regulation. Key figures include Jimmy Carter, Gerald Ford, Alfred Kahn, and Terrence Bracy. The shift spurred fierce price competition and questions about long-term consequences for carriers like Eastern and Pan Am.
The House adopted a 333 to 71 vote on a sweeping polygraph plan for the Defense Department amid spy cases like the Walker family case. Senate action would grant only one more year to complete 3,500 exams. Critics warn of false positives and privacy concerns while supporters call it a deterrent.
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