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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1972
Page
2
A permission clause from the Odessa American appears in the March 27 1972 edition clarifying that editorials originated by The American may be reproduced in whole or in part in these columns with proper credit.
The piece argues for amnesty and humane treatment of American prisoners of war held by North Vietnam. It contrasts U.S. moral criticism of Hanoi with calls to apply international standards to all POWs, and urges public advocacy to pressure Hanoi for exchanges or better conditions. It warns against scapegoating captives and notes the lack of action from allied governments.
Capitol Ideas reports King Hussein of Jordan hints at creating an autonomous Palestinian state by linking the West Bank and Gaza under Jordanian influence. Israel resists ceding key territories including the Golan Heights and Jerusalem while U S Nixon may raise the idea with the Soviet Union in May to gauge Kremlin Middle East intent.
Dr Henry Kissinger adviser to President Nixon will testify before the House Foreign Affairs Committee on terms after previously invoking executive privilege. He is set to meet the committee as history makes foreign policy moves.
The article reviews Hussein's lift of an Israeli Jordan compromise idea voiced in 1970 and 1988, notes how his father King Abdullah talked of it, and details mixed reactions from Arab states and Palestinian leaders. It discusses Lebanon's stance, Meir's rejection, and the broader regional dynamics influencing the proposal and Middle East politics.
Ten years ago Odessa hosts planned a three day Rotary District 573 conference at the Lincoln Hotel with J B Nance as Odessa club president. The event gathers about 2,500 Rotarians from 43 clubs for meetings and background sessions.
The piece analyzes friction between House and Senate Armed Services Committees over defense funding. It notes Hebert’s dominant control in the House and Stennis in the Senate, with lawmakers debating who truly guides Pentagon spending and whether amendments bypass committee influence. The article cites Symington Pike Aspin Schweiker and others on committee dynamics and budget outcomes.
Almanac style roundup cites 1984 Alaska earthquake with 100 deaths and $750 million damage. Notable dates include 1945 Allied victory in Europe, 1834 Maryland area rail settlement, 1703 Russian city founder, and 1933 Japan withdrawal from League of Nations. Birthdays list Eisaku Sato, Gloria Swanson, David Janssen. quotes note enduring partisan love.
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