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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1968
Page
8
The Odessa American editorial echoes a belief in equal Creator given freedom and duty to guard liberty. It argues freedom requires self control guided by moral standards, Ten Commandments, Golden Rule, and the Declaration of Independence, aiming to inform readers to promote freedom and encourage others to grasp its meanings.
A six cent U S postage stamp bearing Support our youth prompts questions about which youth is being aided and how, amid coverage arguing SDS influence and college campus unrest since 1964. Critics cite FBI Hoover and U S News reportage labeling SDS as radical and disruptive, while debates focus on parental hopes for critical thinking and authentic values.
Question Box notes Odessa city ordinance prohibits stopping standing or parking a vehicle on sidewalks with an exception only to avoid conflicts with traffic or obey officers. The piece mentions a possible loophole in phrasing and who decides when sidewalk use is necessary, leaving legal viability unresolved.
Washington based NEA report describes Resur rection City head marshal convening 50 to 75 marshals to discuss discipline and outsiders’ access. The chief flashed a long blade and warned reporters to leave, revealing tension over security and press intrusion during the gathering.
Five years ago on June 12 1963 Odessa Prop Busters president Lowell Davis announced a free flight model airplane contest to be held today with coffee at the home of Mrs Jack Gunkel 1709 Beverly. The article also notes a Poor People’s Campaign link with tangible prosperity from the Washington march and profiles George Stewart a former drug addict turned artist in Southeast Washington. Stewart’s background includes lengthy detentions and a 20 month DC jail sentence before discovering drawing. The piece recalls prior years 1948 1958 1959 and references Rep Albert Johnson’s musical hobby and portrait commissions for the campaign.
A fragmented debate cites Jefferson Lincoln and Madison on equality while questioners argue segregation and race define American progress. James Meredith and Toynbee figures are contrasted with Birnbaum and Bunche as speakers debate whether racial change or constitutional principles drive national progress.
Grass Roots from Damariscotta argues against government subsidies, warning of increasing government domination and the myth of something for nothing. St Mary’s Press counters with faith in a government by the people, urging citizens to vote in November and participate to drive change.
The piece argues about distinguishing reality from image in politics, comparing a shadow president concept to Ronald Reagan and the public self versus the real person. It reflects on acting, perception, and the gap between wish and act across administrations.
The Almanac marks June 12 as the 164th day of 1968 with 202 remaining. Highlights include New York's 1665 incorporation, John Winthrop's 1630 harbor arrival, and historical events ranging from the Virginia Declaration of Rights in 1776 to 1944 bomb attacks in World War II. The piece also features eclectic letters and opinions touching on governance, unions, acting, and politics.
A fragmented commentary links Johnson's assassination to government violence and anti gun laws, arguing the Establishment prompts fear while neglecting broader deaths abroad. It condemns Vietnam war policy, calls for stopping war and reforms, and notes leaders like Kennedy and King amid national mourning.
A compact crossword clue list mixes light items like Bright fish and opposite of 27 with legal terms man of law and SS Command to a. Across and down entries include resin, holed, occupied, and other generic crossword prompts.
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