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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1969
Page
2
In this column Dr Wayne Brandstadt discusses edema or dropsy from poor peripheral venous return, causes such as leaky valves varicose veins anemia or hookworms, and notes salt restriction and careful use of water pills. Other topics cover puffiness under eyes heredity age and skin elasticity and the drug Dexamyl for appetite and potential dizziness related to low blood pressure.
An advertising snippet extols Gordon's gin as a cool antidote to heat, noting its 200 summers of popularity in England and the United States. It frames the drink as versatile for tonics, Collins, martini, and sour, appealing to global consumers.
New York Mayor John V. Lindsay staged a refined update of Fiorello H. La Guardia by reading poetry at a Bryant Park event sponsored by the Parks Department. About 300 young attendees welcomed him with enthusiasm as the reading followed La Guardia’s earlier radio broadcasts of children’s funnies during a newspaper strike.
Alfred Brittain Jr of Bankers Trust testified before the House Banking Committee that the prime rate rise to 8 percent reduced economic danger by keeping lending capacity available for essential needs. He said residential mortgages would stay at 7 and small business lending would rise less than the overall prime increase. The hearing also focused on Treasury Secretary Kennedy’s ties to Continental Illinois amid Patman’s ongoing conflicts of interest questions.
Army testimony to the House subcommittee warned 50,000 soldiers may desert by June 30, a 39 percent rise over 1968, with factors including undisciplined recruits and societal attitudes. Navy reports 2372 sailors discharged for drug abuse in 1968, a threefold jump, notably in Vietnam and the Marine Corps. Deserters range from pacifists to drug addicts, many seeking escape after poor leadership or dissatisfaction. The Army opened Ft. Riley rehabilitation training to convert AWOL cases into productive soldiers, while Navy education and enforcement efforts hardened against drugs.
The column provides dating tips for blind dates and handling jealous partners, with guidance on sincere attention and honest chat. It includes letters from Dawn, Bill, and Miriam seeking reassurance and boundaries, plus Ele and Walt’s suggestions for late night parties and a prompt to request their Games Letter from The Odessa American.
Washington AP reports one of two new M16 suppliers Harrington & Richardson struggles to meet the Army’s 60,000 rifles monthly target as July contract awards approach. Despite earlier criticisms over pricing, the choice hinges on lowest price with additional factors.
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