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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1972

Page

7

Land Reform and Tax Power Redefined Property Rights

The piece argues developing nations confiscate land to aid peasants and warns the U.S. could follow, using tax policy to neutralize private property. It notes new ecologist aims curb development, increasing state control and dictating property use. It compares land seizures abroad with planned land management at home and warns of diminishing incentive to own land.

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Anniversary Pins Banquet Set for May Day

Ten years ago on May 1 1962 a 3 year service pin will be presented at a Centenarian banquet Tuesday. Twenty years ago mayor Fred Gage suggested a city manager would be hired in a special council session Friday. Thirty years ago Odessa planned a spring cleanup campaign starting Monday lasting through Wednesday with sanitation officer G C Fairey in charge.

Fred Gage Odessa G. C. Fairey Moscow

Energy Crisis Debate in U S and Britain

A Wall Street Journal column debates the energy crisis, noting rising U S imports, projected costs, and tech limits while urging calm and practical policy, contrasting American and British responses and emphasizing optimistic approaches over panic. It cites figures on petroleum imports, mineral demand, and opinions from Dr James Schlesinger and Treasury Secretary John Ny.

Alaska U.S National Petroleum Council United States James Schlesinger Atomic Energy Commission Elburt F. Osburn Bureau of Mines Treasury Johnny Great Britain U. A

Foreign students hold jobs in U S despite laws

Robert S Allen reports thousands of foreign students in the United States work while enrolled, violating immigration rules. Officials cite limited enforcement funds and rising complaints as unemployment persists. Instances span New York Detroit and beyond, with thousands ordered to leave and others facing deportation or status changes.

Washington U. S Congress Iing Ignation and Naturalization Service Igration William Scherle Iowa Appropriations Committee Scherle Eritetikiee Tate Eblun Rep. S New York Immigration and Naturalization Service Office Detroit Icky Cantec Tar Lipti Ana U.S Delhi Pakistan A. G. Sattarelli Srikumar Poddar Lansing Mich Sai Indian Institute of Technology America West Coast

Crossword Puzzle Across and Down Clues Pack The Grid

A scrambled set of crossword clues covers Across and Down entries from 1 to 58 with hints for lays aside improbable Eskimo town on ones toes woodwind stipulate track runner Khayyam s calling fused using alloy correct consider roast peculiarities marking a tag etc, including names for river and city clues.

Khayyam Gota

Movement against women wearings fur boosts marriage odds

The piece argues that opposing women wearing natural furs could help husbands avoid bankruptcy and preserve marriage stability. It notes that skepticism should be tempered with humor as life gains zest.

Almanac May Day Highlights and Historical Notes

Almanac brief for May 1, 1972, listing major historical events on this date from 1898 to 1969, plus birthdays of Gen. Mark Clark 76 and Jack Paar 54. Includes thought for today by Ed Howe.

Associated Press Adm George Dewey Manila Bay Smithsonian Institution Washington U.S. Post Office Chicago Mark Clark Jack Paar Frank Beard Ed Howe

Texas Reform Faces Suffrage in Governor Fight

In Texas a gubernatorial race centers on reform amid the Sharpstown stock scandal. Incumbent Preston Smith, Lt. Gov. Ben Barnes, Frances Farenthold, and Dolph Briscoe vie for the Democratic nomination as voters question where candidates were when money changed hands. Briscoe promotes reform. Barnes’ rise and assets stir doubt. Farenthold champions investigation. Smith defends innocence and seeks a third term. May 6 primary, runoff June 3 likely, general election in November.

Alan Ehrenhalt Congressional Quarterly Washington Texas Reform Preston Smith Ben Barnes Frances T. Farenthold Dolph Briscoe Frank Sharp Houston Sharp National Bankers Life Insurance Company Sharpstown Bank Gov. Smith National Bankers Life Stock Gus Mutscher Smith Barnes Treasury John B. Connally House Senate Briscoe Farenthold Texas House

Quick Wissens Corner Facts From History and Nature

The Red Sea’s hue stems from recurring algae blooms. John Adams and Thomas Jefferson signed the Declaration of Independence. Honey locust trees bear long, sharp thorns. SacEe refers to flesh-eating coffins and limestone corrosion. The nine-banded armadillo is the cat-sized mammal related to sloths and anteaters.

U.S John Adams Thomas Jefferson

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