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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1954
Page
4
A terse observation notes that in modern times the only thing seemingly free is being cheated, reflecting public cynicism about bargains and scams. The line implies widespread distrust in offers that sound too good to be true.
Public service style note warns against harsh constipation medicines and promotes Dr. Caldwell's Senna Laxative syrup Pepsin. It describes safer relief for temporary constipation, gentle action, pleasant taste, and family suitability. Subscribers may mail orders to Box 280 New York NY 18.
Civil defense planners say a Soviet atomic strike could target 92 major U S cities with a knockout blow. Biological chemical and psychological warfare might back up the attack along with long range bombers or submarines. The plan notes Russia may soon have more powerful bombs but stresses such attack is only an assumed capability, not a prediction.
Eva Getchell of Portland, Maine recalls Patsy the dog drank a mug of coffee each morning. Rising coffee prices have changed the amusement, though Patsy still gets her cup, the humor has faded.
Franklin B Kelloge 79 serves his 57th consecutive term as Benson town clerk in Vermont. He follows a line of family holders with his father and grandfather having held the office.
Senator Gore urges the administration to decide on a course in Indochina and Southeast Asia. He cites Sen Knowland and warns the free world faces a pivotal moment as Geneva talks continue. Other senators debate use of force and alliances while pressing UN action.
Rep. Ken Regan of Texas denounces the proposed Upper Colorado River project as a billion dollar plan to create a vast federal hydroelectric empire. He argues the three-dam scheme serves irrigation schemes that are impractical and uneconomical and would move the government into the power business to subsidize irrigation.
Senator Daniel D. of Texas says the South has lagged in funding equal schools for Negro children but is now spending more. In a Facts Forum appearance he called for white and Negro citizens of good will to work together. He suggested handling the Supreme Court school desegregation ruling locally.
The piece notes a surge in interest for toll roads as states issue large bond offers to finance major turnpike projects. Kentucky plans 3812 million in revenue bonds for a Louisville to Elizabethtown toll road, while New York State Thruway Authority offers 300 million for a NYC to Buffalo network. It cites rising road-building costs and the concern over land traffic sustaining new tollways.
London reports a 45 minute network debut described as a huge success. The test linked Britain Belgium Denmark France West Germany Italy Switzerland and Vatican City with Pope Pius VII providing an apostolic blessing. Sponsors aim to extend the program for a month and seek permanent status.
Santa Fe observer Jim Breese, then a Navy lieutenant and NC4 engineer, recalls the 1919 Newfoundland to Portugal leg of the NC4 cross Atlantic flight. He details the ignition knife trick, engine troubles, Trepassey Bay delays, and the tense race to restart the failing engine before the Azores voyage.
In Flint Michigan a man identified as UP Roman drove to Eddie Lumber and Coal Co and fired a brick at a plate glass window. The first shot failed but the second shattered the glass. Otto Correil, who lives across the street, told police the incident and estimated damage at 100 dollars.
Richmond Va June 7 The Souths first regional conference on segregation brings 15 state leaders together after the Supreme Court ruling that public school desegregation is unconstitutional. Governors from Georgia Mississippi South Carolina among others attend. debate centers on defiance versus compliance and enforcement timing as fall plans loom.
Dallas police report a missing man Don G. Waller 27 is not in the recovered car and may be dead. The rented vehicle surfaced in Alexandria Louisiana after a major crash with three other men who admitted stealing it. Waller worked as a sales representative for Century Metalcraft Co. of Dallas. The car had been rented the last week in May from Earl Hayes Rents Cars and Trucks Inc.
Des Moines reports a primary dominated by a six way Republican governor contest. Incumbent U S Sen Guy Gillette and Rep Tom Martin run unopposed in their races. H R Gross faces Herman Lord and Fred Schwengel in the 3rd District. Clyde E Herring, son of the late governor, is the unopposed Democratic nominee for governor.
Texas and New Mexico officers were transporting Marion R. Palomera to San Marcos after he was charged with murder in the burning death of Raymond Rotter, a San Marcos businessman. Palomera, 37, was linked to an altered check for 1950 dollars Cashed before Rotter was found burned in a barn near San Marcos on April 4.
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