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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1960
Page
11
A critique of political action, representation, and honesty argues that elections create a false sense of voter will. It says representatives cannot satisfy conflicting interests and that claiming a nationwide mandate is misleading and breeds unconscious dishonesty.
Nation's Press argues gasoline tax may have diminishing returns as state and federal boosts raise pump prices. From 1949 to 1939 there were 62 state hikes and a 1.5 to 4 cent federal rise, driving a 40 percent price increase yet only 45 percent of that in real value. The piece notes compact cars rising and predicts a 1954 drop of 4.5 billion gallons in sales, urging exam of tax effects and consumer behavior. It cites investors league and figures from major firms to illustrate profit versus loss dynamics and taxation.
Gladys asks about two wishes and Dorothy replies she would wish for a husband. Gladys notes that is only one wish. Dorothy adds she would save the other because of how he turned out.
Washington analysis notes Kennedy leads with 1329 delegates versus Kefauver’s near 200 in 1956. GOP strategist Morton expects Kennedy to secure the Democratic nomination, while six hotel suites in Chicago remain reserved for potential contenders. Dark horse second-place prospects Bowles, Church, and Collins gain attention alongside underground Bowles support networks and youth for Goldwater vice presidential pushes.
Senator Estes Kefauver’s prime inquiry shifts from drug prices to uncovering fixed prize fights. Witnesses slated include Jake LaMotta and brother Joseph, managers Richman and Burston, plus an unnamed underworld figure. The panel aims to reveal LaMotta’s November 14 1947 bout with Billy Fox as fixed and to expose Boxing racketeers including John Bonomi and figures like Salerno and Palermo. The inquiry targets monopolization and gangster involvement in professional boxing, with Hart presiding and Brown possibly testifying.
A critical view argues that tax exempt status for charities and similar bodies is misused to evade taxes and to weaponize policy. It notes inconsistent treatment for left and right groups, and warns that front organizations and executive salaries distort purposes. The piece urges strict scrutiny of how foundations use funds and stresses preserving non profit integrity.
A man dives after a car rolling with no driver and clambers in to brake it. Another man emerges from the vehicle complaining he is out of gas and being pushed toward a gas station. The exchange notes quick thinking amid a curious street moment.
The Odessa American reports Goldwater’s claim that Jack Kennedy and Robert Kennedy manipulated the McClellan Committee to shield Dubinsky and union interests. It links Mrs Nelson Rockefeller to the movement and notes a Luzerne County case condemning officials for failing to curb mob violence tied to Timhe Brazil and Lovestone factions.
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The Odessa American publishes daily content promoting liberty grounded in moral principles. It emphasizes personal responsibility and self-government as paths to individual development.
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