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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1981
Page
1
Odessans and area cindermen vie for state spots with Odessa High hosting regional action this afternoon at the Odessa High track while OHS and Permian athletes compete in Lubbock for 5A regionals. Details appear in today’s sports section.
A cloudy day brings a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms through tonight. The high stays in the low 70s while the tonight low reaches the upper 50s. For more weather details see Page 2A. SATURDAY.
Gov. Bill Clements faces a narrow House vote on his anti crime measure allowing wiretaps and bugs against drug traffickers. Sponsor Bennie Bock defends the bill while opponents warn of abuse. A final vote and Senate fate loom, with supporters arguing safeguards and critics citing privacy concerns.
Leonard Wibberley, seven years post open heart surgery, describes severe low mood and thoughts of not living as before. Medical professionals note post-surgical blues are common, influenced by psychological and physical factors, with recovery varying by care, coping, and work stress.
Detroit analysts say Japan's voluntary cap on car exports will reduce pressure for Congressional quotas more than boost domestic automakers. GM called it good news. UAW termed it modest but positive. Prices for small cars may rise 200 to 400 dollars as supply tightens. Reagan aides say the move could avert further action.
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