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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1968

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Censure Vote Slated As Pompidou Boycots Talks

Paris reports say Premier Georges Pompidou faced a likely censure vote as eight million French workers joined a widespread strike crippling major industries and transport. Labor leaders pressed for concessions while deputies argued over education policy and government response amid growing unrest across cities.

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Obviously Set College Blaze Fatal To Coed

Senate votes to undo Supreme Court limits on confessions and eyewitness testimony in criminal cases as part of a crime control bill. Debate centers on preserving defendants rights versus expanding police powers including wiretapping under court orders. Senators McClellan and Ervin argue to keep limited Supreme Court review. others warn of judicial overreach in law enforcement. Page 2-A.

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Fire kills coed as 70 students evacuate Lincoln Tower

A blaze on the 11th floor of Lincoln Tower at Ohio State University killed Pam Patterson, 18, a freshman, and left 14 others with varying smoke inhalation injuries. Nine students were treated for minor injuries, two coeds remained in critical condition, and authorities investigated the cause while reinforcing floor closures. Fire officials noted a similar fire occurred last week in Morrill Tower, with no injuries.

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Warm Weather Persists Despite Weak Front Across Odessa Area

A weak front crossed the region bringing a slight cooldown but Odessa and nearby areas remained hot with readings near 80s to 100s. Gusty winds up to 26 mph accompanied the front while clear to partly cloudy skies prevailed and visibility dropped in Dalhart. »

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Texas Surgeons Transplant Heart to Teen at St Luke’s Hospital

A heart transplant at St Luke’s Episcopal Hospital made a 15th in the world and the fourth for a male patient in Texas. Surgeon Denton A. Cooley implanted the donor heart into 34 year old Fierro of Elmont, N.Y. The teenager Brangardt died earlier in Pasadena after brain hemorrhage. The operation began 11:09 pm and finished about 1:00 am with the heart restarted by a shock.

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15th In World University Dorms Firestorm Ends

Police cleared areas as fires broke out in dormitories during a student protest in Nassau County New York. An officer Everett C. Thomas 47 was struck in the face by a stone and injured. The campus clash led to arrests and disrupted classes as demonstrators clashed with police. The sick news describes a chaotic night with injuries and widespread disruption amid student opposition to university policies.

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Columbia Violence Renewed In Student Strife At University

Police move to clear five occupied buildings after students resist disciplinary measures in a predawn clash. Protests demand university restructuring led by activist groups including Mark Rudd. Police claim 150 injured as authorities rout demonstrators in the chaotic confrontation.

Three Persons Hurt in Monahans Train Crash Death of One

In Monahans a car driven by Robert Covington collided with a freight train at a crossing. The wreck killed Covington, injured his wife and two children, and sent them to Odessa for treatment. A four-door 1964 model sedan carried the family north on Franklin before the collision. The mother suffered facial cuts, while Robert and the two boys received hospital care for serious injuries. Damages were about $1900.

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Paris Talks See North Vietnam Warn of Failure

North Vietnamese envoy Xuan Thuy warned Harriman that if Paris talks fail the United States would bear full responsibility. Harriman accused Hanoi of using talks for propaganda while Thuy said progress is blocked by American obstinacy. Moscow talks were noted as a possible influence on the Paris negotiations.

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Briton Heads For Moscow Viet Meeting

A Briton heads for Moscow for talks on Vietnam with Soviet officials. Harriman said the United States and North Vietnam would discuss political settlement only if South Vietnam’s government participates.

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GOP Candidates Propose Cures For Society’s Ills

Two Republican hopefuls for the presidential nomination present contrasting remedies for social ills in a concise campaign snapshot. The piece outlines their policy aims, highlighting domestic reform themes and differing approaches to governance.

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Credit Plan Passes House

The consumer credit protection act would require full disclosure of credit costs to borrowers and buyers, with penalties for extortionate lending. The measure advances to the Senate after House passage, ending weeks of conference and relying on a voice vote. It defines extortionate terms as excessive interest or threats to harm persons or property to collect debts.

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Quipster Politician Defends Record During Rally

The politician seeking re election told the audience he ran on his record. A voice from the rear interrupted questioning whether a long time hired hand should be retained if he acted like he owned the place.

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