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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1986

Page

2

U S Objections Block Helsinki Rights Compromise

The United States blocked approval of a compromise on rights at a Helsinki process session. Aimed at easing travel and emigration for ethnic minorities including Soviet Jews, the draft faced bloc pressure and did not pass by consensus. West Germany and other NATO allies expressed disappointment but sought progress.

Bern Switzerland United States Michael Novak U.S United NATO Ekkehard Fickhoff East Germany West

Fire destroys Kearny aluminum plant complex

Firefighters from five communities battled a blaze after an explosion ripped through an aluminum manufacturing plant in Kearny New Jersey early Tuesday. The fire engulfed an industrial complex spanning 14 or 15 companies and officials reported at least one death.

Kearny N.J

Oil imports surge as US reliance on OPEC grows

A study notes North Sea Alaska and Latin America are near peak output, leaving Middle East reserves as the main source to meet rising US demand. Saudi Arabia supplied 664000 barrels per day in January, while OPEC’s share rose to 41 percent of imports. The oil bill and trade deficit climbed despite lower prices, prompting renewed calls for an import fee to curb dependency on OPEC.

North Sea Alaska Latin America Canada United States Middle East OPEC Saudi Arabia U.S

Inflation Outlook at Georgia State University and Gas Prices Rise

Analysts warn that gasoline prices may rise 5 to 7 cents a gallon in coming weeks as summer travel surges. Without falling fuel costs, consumer prices could edge higher in the months ahead though not matching the double-digit spikes of the 1970s. Excluding energy, April inflation ran over 4 percent due to higher costs in food housing clothing and medical care with medical costs rising near 10 percent over the past quarter.

Georgia State University United States

Inflation Trends and Dollar Decline Forecast

The piece notes inflation pressures easing after 1985 with prices rising 3.8 percent that year and around 4 percent in prior years. Analysts predict a 5 percent annual rate in H2 1986 and 1987, driven by energy prices and a weakening dollar, while service-sector costs offset gains in manufactured goods.

Assad meets Papandreou in Athens on terrorism, regional issues

Syrian President Hafez Assad defended Syria as a victim not a sponsor of terrorism after a four hour meeting with Greek Prime Minister Andreas Papandreou in Athens. They discussed terrorism and eastern Mediterranean tensions while Western nations accuse extremist groups linked to Libya and Syria of attacks in Rome and Vienna.

Athens Greece Hafez Assad Andreas Papandreou Assad Maximos Papandreou Mediterranean Libya U.S Rome Vienna Abu Nidal Sabry al-Banna Syria Europe Israel United States

Hostage Claims From Islamic Jihad Reported in Lebanon

Islamic Jihad claims five Americans and four French hostages in Lebanon. Britons not named. The Americans include AP Middle East chief Terry A. Anderson, priest Lawrence Jenco, William Buckley, Davie Jacobsen, and Thomas Sutherland, with details on roles and ages.

Islamic Jihad Lebanon Associated Press Middle East Terry A. Anderson Lawrence Jenco U.S William Buckley American University Hospital Beirut Davie Jacobsen American University of Beirut Thomas Sutherland

Rain outlook and storm damages across Texas regions

The National Weather Service in Midland reports a 30 percent chance of rain tonight with a mid-50s low and east winds. Wednesday brings a 20 percent chance of rain and highs in the low 80s. Severe storms Monday produced hail up to marble size and 55 mph winds in the Odessa Midland area, with further damage across the Rio Grande Valley and Big Lake.

Permian National Weather Service Midland Regional Weather Service Texas Permian Basin Rio Grande Valley Odessa-Midland McAllen Elsa Harlingen Big Lake

Odessa American publication details and pricing notices

The Odessa American lists mailing and subscription information including office address, postage status, and annual rate. It notes daily delivery and weekend timing, with a Box 7952 Odessa mailing address for changes and duties.

Odessa Texas

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