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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1981
Page
1
President Reagan told conservative supporters that their time had arrived and that his leadership would strengthen power for states, communities, and individuals. The White House agenda continues with broader decentralization and policy pushes across the federal system.
An unexplained jump in meningococcal disease, up to 193 percent in some areas, prompts CDC to explore a link to the severe winter influenza outbreak. In nine weeks of 1981, about 900 cases were reported, with Texas showing the largest state increase.
Tommy Harris an 81 year old Fort Worth shoeshine man will travel to Jerusalem with his wife thanks to a group of about 20 patrons led by investment broker Bill Harvey who funded the trip. Harris has met two Israeli officials through Louis H. Barnett and even dined at the White House with Lyndon Johnson years ago. He plans to keep shining shoes though he expects the trip to be a blessing and a chance to wash in the River Jordan.
Abilene witnesses report a luminous object hanging west of the city for about 20 minutes, then breaking into a fireworks-like shower of debris. Observers note a vertical smoky trail and a faint red glow as it disintegrated. Dyess Base and McDonald Observatory had no sightings.
A district court battle unfolds as Odessa seeks to seal the names of police chief applicants while The Odessa American presses for disclosure. City Manager Kerry Sweatt cites privacy rights and Open Records Act concerns, noting two applicants withdrew after news of the probe. The case, filed with Judge Joe Connally, also names Texas Attorney General Mark White as a respondent and questions the AG opinion’s binding power.
The Reagan administration projects the personal saving rate will rise from about 4.4 percent in January to an average of 7 percent over six years if tax cuts and economic plans pass. Treasury Secretary Regan says 6 percent this year and 7 percent by 1986 are likely, with business saving also rising to 13.3 percent of GNP in 1984-86.
The National Enquirer executives dismiss juror impact on sales as the Los Angeles trial of Carol Burnett for libel proceeds. Johnny Carson denounces the tabloid on TV while Edmund Brown Jr. personally called Burnett to wish her luck. Enquirer editors defend accuracy, noting a 20 million readership and strict copy review processes.
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