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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1961

Page

3

Baruch Proposed Atomic Ban To UN In 1946

Washington AP recounts Bernard Baruch presenting a 1946 United Nations ban on atomic weapons with an inspection system to prevent cheating. The article traces postwar nuclear tests by US Russia Britain and Britain’s early progress, noting stalled disarmament talks and later Kennedy administration warnings amid Russia linking disarmament and test ban talks.

Bernard Baruch United Nations Washington United States Russia Britain France China Geneva Khrushchev Kennedy Free World

School Bill Supporter Calls for Swift White House Action

Washington UPI reports Rep. Adam Clayton Powell says only quick presidential action can keep Kennedy public school aid bill alive this year. He notes a House deadlock between school aid backers and private parochial school backers and hints action is needed to salvage passage this session. The piece also mentions foreign aid cut calls by the U.S. Chamber and a Senate move to approve travel bureaus abroad to boost tourism with a $4.7 million annual cap.

Washington UPI Kennedy Adam Clayton Powell DSN. Y Powell House Education Committee Europe Congress House Rules Committee The U.S. Chamber of Com Merce Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chamber United States Senate U.S House Commerce Department

Shell Mileage Marathon Reveals 168 MPG Tech Tricks

Shell scientists recount the Mileage Marathon where a highly modified 1924 coupe achieved a record of 168 miles per gallon on a 11.94 mile course. Contenders used extreme measures under strict safety rules, including light lubrication and high tire pressures, to push efficiency while Shell promotes today’s Super Shell with Platformate to boost energy.

Hell Steen Shell Shell Super Shell Platformate

Daniel May Urges Tougher Lobbyist Control in Texas

AUSTIN AP Governor Price Daniel renews attack on lobbyists on radio and targets tougher laws ahead of a July 10 special session. A tax subcommittee chosen by Daniel will study solutions before the session, while he criticizes $60,000 direct contact reports as incomplete. He argues excise taxes on specific items better reflect ability to pay than a general retail sales tax.

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Anne Ford Debuts At $280000 Fairyland Party

Auto heiress Anne Ford marks debut at her Lake St. Clair estate party for 1,200 guests. The gown by Anne and sister Charlotte’s ensemble drew attention as rain interrupted the flower filled pavilion designed by Jacques Frank of Paris.

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Television slate updates and schedules for Tuesday and Wednesday

A fragmented TV guide lists KOGA TV and KOSA TV with planned programs, sports, news, weather, and film slots for Tuesday and Wednesday. It includes titles like Father Knows Best, Dobie Gillis, Concentra tion, Burns and Allen, The Price is Right, and various local and national shows with assorted time blocks.

Dodie Girls Red Sxelton Brothers

Goren On Bridge Opens with Five of Diamonds Lead

East West vulnerable North deals. Declarer hears the opening lead of five of diamonds and considers what West led from. The piece analyzes how a few seconds of self questioning can simplify play, noting the likely lead from jack and discarding strategy to avoid losing tricks in four hearts.

West Declarer East South

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