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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1971

Page

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Texas Legislature approves $684 million tax bill in 86-60 vote

The Texas House accepted the Senate tax plan by an 86-60 margin sending the measure to the governor. It would raise living costs for drivers, smokers, consumers and corporations with$70 million from the total to be trimmed if not enacted by July 1. A second attempt to win a two thirds majority or a revised bill was anticipated as liberals and Republicans argued against the plan.

Austin House Senate Joint Conference Reagan Misen Frances 20Th Comery Trent Creagh Legislatire

Governor says confidence in Dr Elmer Baum remains intact

Gov Smith states his confidence in Dr Elmer Baum, who resigned from the State Banking Board, remains unchanged though the resignation was accepted reluctantly. The SEC stock probe links Baum and Smith to profits from National Bankers Life Insurance stock. Both face civil suits by Sharpstown State Bank shareholders.

Austin Pres Smith Elmer Baum State Banking Board Baum U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission Tthey National Bankers Cife Insurance Sharpstown State Bank of Houston Sharpstown State Bank Democratic Executive Committee Ben Barnes Democratic Party SEC State Board of Health Senate Fui

Dollar Rebound Seen Temporary as Currency Turmoil Spreads

The dollar rallied briefly on European markets but threats to the currency persisted as speculators covered short positions. Sterling fell to 2.4134 dollars early in London while many nations suspended foreign currency dealings and Germany weighed a delayed revaluation.

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Reagan Defends Tax Privacy Amid Tax Return Questions

Governor Reagan challenged reporters over leaks of his state income tax data and said the information breach was illegal. He refused to confirm paying state taxes, citing privacy and business interests, while noting potential loopholes in tax laws.

Sacramento Calif Ronald Reagan Capitol Press Corps Festerday Reagan Temans Kers Rosemary King Teperin Capitol Franchise Tax Board George Nelson

127 Enemy Die In Battle In Cambodia

Saigon AP reports South Vietnamese forces and allied air power claimed heavy casualties for North Vietnamese troops in southeastern Cambodia. Officials cited 1127 enemy killed across three Cambodian engagements and noted one South Vietnamese dead with six wounded. A 21 hour ceasefire in South Vietnam was announced for Buddha’s birthday with a stand down starting Saturday noon.

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Chicago Seven Due Faces More Charges

Justice Department prosecutors pursuing a fraud jury investigation may add conspiracy charges against at least two Chicago defendants tied to antiwar demonstrations. FBI agents in New York detained Yippie members Abe Vermey and others as part of ongoing probes into alleged wrongdoing by the group and related activists.

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Odessa Weather: Warm Windy Conditions Ahead

Strong westerly winds and rising temperatures forecast for the Permian Basin today and Friday under partly cloudy skies. Highs near 90, tonight's low around 56, with a Wednesday high of 87. Gusty winds 13 to 25 mph expected this afternoon and Friday afternoon, with a chance of storms and strong winds Sunday and Monday.

Permian Mercury Texas Tate Lane

Tornado Tears Through Odessa Weather Story

A severe tornado swept through Odessa area causing damage and injuries. Officials report emergency responses, power outages, and shelter requests as residents begin cleanup and assessments. Local agencies coordinate to secure affected neighborhoods and investigate the storm’s path.

Antiwar protest unit departs capital amid arrests wave

Protest leaders vow renewed action after a week of heavy police presence and 12 000 arrests. Thousands of psychiatric professionals are urged to join the protest as demonstrations continue at the South Vietnamese embassy and city jail.

Washuag LN Dal Rota Rennie Davis American Psychiatric Association John Freines Davis Or Freines United Tales

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