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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1972
Page
5
The American Newspaper Publishers Association notes healthier 1971 metrics with daily U.S. newspaper circulation at about 62.23 million, ad spending totaling $6.2 billion of $20.5 billion across media, and newsprint use near 10 million tons. The piece argues newspapers remain the top information medium.
National columnist notes George McGovern gains in California with a broad campaign network. He visits Whittier amid roaring crowds, expands offices to 157, organizes 18 regional managers, and projects large final weekend canvassing while funding flows from new liberal donors. His calm, steady demeanor contrasts with past doubts.
Six Permian High School students Eddie Claassen Mike Bellamy Sandy Bardin Man Kennerly Royce Shipman and Morris Hamm attend summer institutes for outstanding high school students. The cohort aims to advance academic and leadership skills through selective programs this season.
Mrs Floyd Stephens Pee Wed School students entertained at the Lions Club luncheon in the Lincoln Hotel. Performers included Sally Crouser Susan Boykin Darlene Hutchenson Joy Runnestrand Travie Surrett Joyce Crouser Sandy Crane Billie Haversack Gregory Boykin Barry Hewett and Linda Welch.
Taylor Rushing, long time high school principal, was chosen as president of the local Lions' Club. Alex Ogilvy was named secretary, signaling a shift in leadership during June 1942.
In the presidential year debate, Sen Adlai Stevenson argues military spending underpins security amid Soviet naval expansion. A controversial essay by Prof Robert J Pranger criticizes containment, urging continental defense and dismantling services, risking weakened forward strategy and heightened U.S. vulnerability.
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The Guest Pen notes tax reform as a surprise political issue in 1972 tied to populist demands for fair treatment and government responsiveness. It cites loopholes supposedly costing up to 77 billion annually, homeowner deductions, and proposals by Sen. George McGovern and Sen. Hubert Humphrey. It also mentions Connally’s caution, Nixon’s avoidance, and Mills allegedly toying with repealing the federal tax code in 1974.
On June 5 1972 the Almanac notes key events from 1940 the battle of France began to 1917 millions registered for WWI draft and the 1948 Marshall Plan speech by George C Marshall. It also recalls 1863 French troops entering Mexico City and 1872 Grant nomination at Philadelphia.
In the Wall Street Journal critique, free-trade allies in Congress face a difficult year with little new proposals. The piece argues protectionist forces gain ground due to US deficits, inflation, and trade imbalances, while Burke-Hartke’s plan risks disguised protectionism and higher prices harming consumers.
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