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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1960

Page

2

Senate Demos Push Medical Aid Plan For Aged In Social Security

Senate Democrats plan a major push in the closing days of Congress to write a medical care program for the aged into Social Security. House passage was 38023 with broad support but divided opinions. Kennedy Symington and Johnson favor adding elderly health benefits while Ike opposed. Byrd may act promptly to speed action.

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Tax bill compromise narrows entertainment deduction proposal

Congressional tax writers reached a compromise on an excise tax bill in Washington. They dropped a plan to repeal the 1 percent credit on dividend income and a Senate House committee change to narrow entertainment expenses business deductions. Both proposals had Senate approval but not House.

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Judge Strikes Down Texas Pipeline Tax

Odessan Robert Eugene Caswell, 1440 Sandalwood, was charged in Pecos federal court with embezzling 3642 from the First State Bank of Odessa where he formerly worked as a teller. He was held on $1500 bond, arraignment followed. Perry said the loss exceeds 16000 traced to Caswell’s department. FBI involved. Caswell, a Fort Worth native, is linked to a South Odessa tavern operation. bank asserts loss fully covered by fidelity bond. Other items note national inflation data and policy comments by Herter.

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Cost Of Living Peaks In May As Auto Prices Fall

The May cost of living index shows declines in new and used car prices, tires, and gasoline while housing softens due to cheaper furnishings fuels and household operation. Fresh fruit vegetables and pork may rise again. autos should drop seasonally, suggesting possible summer stability after a February high.

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Herter Claims Khrushchev Meddling In U S Affairs

AUSTIN AP Dist Judge Jack Roberts ruled the state's new natural gas tax unconstitutional, potentially costing Texas 15 million dollars in revenue over the current two year period. The decision, awaiting appeal, centers on whether the levy discriminates and restricts interstate commerce. The test suits involve Transcontinental Gas Pipeline Corp and five other firms seeking to overturn the 1959 tax.

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Mao Emerges as Serious Khrushchev Challenge

London reports from UPI indicate Mao Zedong is seen as a serious challenger to Khrushchev within world Communist leadership. Western observers note Mao’s bold assertions after a public split with the Soviet line on coexistence and class struggle. Experts say the Sino Soviet dispute signals a shift toward rival centers of power within the Communist bloc.

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Rain Predicted For West Texas Thundershowers Loom

The U.S. Weather Bureau forecasts a break from a week of 100-degree heat in West Texas as heavy thundershowers move into the Odessa area Friday afternoon and Saturday. Winds up to 35 mph accompany the storms, with Thursday reaching 97 degrees and Saturday easing toward the low 90s.

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UN wins peaceful settlement in Eichmann dispute

The United Nations announced a peaceful accord ending the Argentine Israeli clash over Adolf Eichmann. Argentina agreed the kidnapping by Israeli agents in Buenos Aires last month was inadequate and would face trial in Israel for World War II crimes, amid a United Nations Security Council resolution backing moderation.

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Venezuelan president injured in Caracas bombing

In Caracas a bomb exploded as President Romulo Betancourt's convoy neared Avenida de los Proceres. Interior Defense Minister Gen Jose Lopez Henriquez and others were seriously hurt. Betancourt survived. The attack prompted army reinforcements at the presidential palace amid fears of a coup. The bomber's target appeared to be Betancourt's entourage near the reviewing stand. Betancourt was taken to a city clinic for emergency care.

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Hate America Drive Launched From Cuba

Washington reports Allen, director of the U S Information Agency, said a marked rise in communist propaganda has been launched from Cuba. He testified before a House subcommittee that a $100 million campaign aims to undermine United States prestige, with Soviet and Communist agents present in Cuba and Chinese technicians involved. The effort seeks to provoke accusations of U S military and economic intervention.

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Reds May Break Off Arms Talks

USIA chief says the drive is part of a Communist effort to help Fidel Castro's government and expand influence in Latin America. He hints the Soviet Union would break off talks if Western powers resist disarmament, calling it an integral part of a plan to push total disarmament and justify U S opposition.

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Kennedy Gains New York Promises for Nomination Drive

Kennedy secured pledges from New York delegates raising his unofficial tally to 44 with hopes of many more. Johnson added 24 votes for an unofficial 202, while Liberal Party backing could influence the final nominating fight. Tammany leaders and Pat party figures maneuvered over Lehman’s seat as Wasner chaired the delegation meeting.

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