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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1961
Page
9
The Odessa American declares freedom as a divinely inspired gift, not a government grant, stressing self control and moral guides like the Golden Rule and Ten Commandments. The page outlines publication scope, prices, and subscription rates for Odessa and surrounding areas.
The essay argues that everyone possesses a personal philosophy of freedom and that freedom is a human necessity as vital as sleep or food. It critiques shallow views and urges deeper study of freedom, warning that trading freedom for handouts undermines true worth.
A Stockton reader notes evolving English with examples like set propulsion and station wagon, while a Philadelphia Dispatch recap outlines temporary federal gas tax hikes from 2 to 4 cents between 1951 and 1959 to fund the Korean War, hinting that modern taxes exceed ten cents per gallon.
An op-ed style warning from London denounces unfair labor practices in the newspaper industry, noting oversized payrolls, restricted automation, and demarcation rules at The News Chronicle and The Star. It argues these burdens harmed profits, led to job losses, and could enable Communist competition and wage loafing if repeated elsewhere.
Capt Eddie Rickenbacker, addressing the Economic Club of Chicago on April 12 1961, faults the 16th Amendment income tax as Marxist and dangerous to liberty. He urges support for the Proposed Liberty Amendment and directs readers to The National Committee for Economic Freedom in Los Angeles.
President Kennedy approves an extra 30 million in economic aid to Iran to shore up the Shah's government amid internal graft arrests and land reform opposition. An additional 22 million from the international oil consortium funds advances on oil royalties, with Iran long receiving U. S. aid since 1950 totaling 980 million. Iran sits near Soviet borders as a CINTO ally, with key U. S. bases there and growing regional importance. Separately, work continues on a 1200 ft New Mexico shaft for a five kiloton underground nuclear test, with safeguards and indemnity legislation proposed. McGovern keeps Food for Peace independent from the State Department, as Johnson aides discuss a SEATO ready force.
The article notes SEATO discussions on forming a stand-by force drawn from member nations to deter attacks on any member state. Pakistan remains pro West and has awarded an oil exploration contract to Russia, with prospecting in lignite coal areas. Jordan and Iraq deepen trade, shipping 2 500 sheep monthly to Jordan. Russia’s Mikhail Lomonosov visits Rio de Janeiro for supplies, a large oceanographic ship larger than US vessels cruising South Pacific. Brazilian President Quadros extends an invitation to Colombia’s President Alberto Lleras for an official visit at an undated future date.
The Nation argues for faster depreciation on buildings and industrial equipment to spur renewal and job creation. It warns that high price supports and welfare spending threaten freedom, promote dependency, and push the U.S. toward socialism and a monolithic state as Khrushchev warned.
A question and answer style note explains chamber music as vocal or instrumental pieces suited for a small audience in a hall. It also defines magnitude as the term used to denote a star’s brightness.
A compact crossword puzzle clue set listing definitions for Hebrew letter fountain drink plant capsules unseen out of sight two words reel and others including numerical prefix doctrine symbol of triumph flash war correspondent Ernie death notice state of confusion preserved gets together scruff Hebrew dry measure extremities acknowledge pass title to overly French juniper juice.
The piece critiques federal intervention in Alabama over Freedom Riders, noting rioting, state rights tensions, and Kennedy's role with marshals and legal actions. It contrasts Alabama and Mississippi responses, cites Governor Patterson, Attorney General Gallion, and White, and quotes James Lawson on nonviolence.
A writer argues blunt honesty strains friendships while predicting speed limits may reach a hundred mph to slow drivers. An authority links trees color to alcohol, the red nose theory gains ground, and homes resist heat yet avoid visits. Dad’s rope leads to crooked pictures as summer approaches and teachers hand over many child troubles to mothers.
Addresses for lawmakers are listed for federal and state officials. The document names Rep J T Rutherford and Sen Ralph Yarborough with Washington DC offices, Sen William Blakley, Sen Frank Owen III in Austin, and Rep George Cook in Austin, giving Capitol Station and Senate Office Building locations.
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