Airlines seek state funded airport trust amid privatization debate
A news release from the Air Transport Association urged a two percent air ticket tax to fund an Airport Development Trust Fund within the Treasury, run by the Transportation Secretary, likening it to a public works approach. ATA President Stuart G. Tipton defended federal leadership for expanding air traffic control, while critics warned the plan mirrors a social security style bureaucracy and erodes private enterprise.
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Secretary of Transportation
Air Transport Association of America
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The
Air Transport Association
ATA
Tipton
Paris in unrest as students and workers challenge de Gaulle
Washington report from Paris notes a near revolution gripping France as students press for university control and workers demand wages and management influence. The Fifth Republic faces crisis, Pompidou government struggles, and Europe may tilt further left amid protests, strikes, and volatile politics.
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Europe
France
de Gaulle
University of Paris
GOP white paper accuses Johnson Kennedy arms lag in 1968 bid
The Republican national security task force drafts a forceful critique of the Johnson and Kennedy eras, charging no new ICBMs or strategic bombers, while the Soviets advance in missiles and bombs. It cites Eisenhower era systems and names several former defense leaders and officials who endorse the findings. Nixon plans to debate the issue with the Democratic candidate.
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Miami
Republican Coordinating Committee
Joint Chiefs of Staff
GOP
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Free World
America
Russia
Eisenhower
China
Marshal Vershinin
Marshall
Krasovski
Soviet Union
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Thomas S. Gates
Arleigh Burke
Naval Operations
Alfred M. Gruenther
Europe
I. Keith Glennan
National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Dwight Eisenhower
Richard Nixon
California
Ronald Reagan
Nixon
Almanac highlights and historical anniversaries for May 30
The Almanac notes key events on this date including Joan of Arc's execution in 1431, Columbus's third voyage in 1498, De Soto's 1539 Florida landing, Memorial Day origins in 1868, the 1883 Brooklyn Bridge panic, and notable World War II, political, and regional milestones through recent years.
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Associated Press
Joan of Arc
Rouen
France
Christopher Columbus
Spain
New World
Hernando de Soto
Florida
Brooklyn
Addressing Federal Lawmakers in Washington D C
A fragmented list provides addresses for senators and representatives including Sen Ralph Yarbo of Austin, Sen John Tower of Wichita Falls, Rep Richard White of El Paso, Rep C Fisher of San Angelo, Rep Ace Pickens of Odessa, Rep Richard Slack of Pecos, and Sen Dorsey Hardeman of San Angelo with their Washington offices and local district details.
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John G. Tower
Wichita Falls
Senate
Buldine
Washington, D.C
Richard C. White
el Paso
Longworth House
Eerst National Bank Bios
Odessa
Tex
Richard C. Slack
Democrat of
Pecos
Brandan
Congressional Quiz On Manpower Programs Quiz
A historical quiz summary from Congressional Quarterly reviews major manpower policy proposals in 1969. It tests Johnsons agenda, federal funding acts, program administration, and Republican alternatives, naming acts, offices, and proposed tax incentives tied to employment of hard core unemployed.
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Kemner Commission On Civil Disorders
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Conermss
Johnson
SIS
Apres
Dardcore
Federa
Congress
Department of State
Office of ‘Economic Opportunity
Department of Manpower and Education
Sen. Joseph. S. Clark
Senate
Industrry
Memorial Day Observances Marked Odessa's Heritage
Five years ago Odessa residents honored the dead with quiet trips and patriotic speeches on Memorial Day, the first holiday of the vacation season, reflecting local customs and remembrance.
Odessa Chamber to discuss hiring assistant manager
Ten years ago on May 30 1958 the Odessa Chamber of Commerce planned a meeting to discuss hiring an assistant manager position.
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Odessa Chamber of Commerce
Texas Employment Commission Odessa Office Ranks Fourth in April Placements
The Odessa Texas Employment Commission office placed fourth in the district for job placements in April, reflecting the local employment scene twenty years ago on May 31, 1948.
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Odessa
The
Texas Employment Commission
Johnson’s image improves as he nears hypothetical second term
Washington observers report LBJ’s public image has softened eight weeks after his decision not to run in 1968. Bipartisan leaders praise his reduced divisiveness and strengthened leadership, though critics warn of overpraising by loyalists and lingering suspicions about motives.
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Washington
Johnson
Congress
LBJ
White House
Paris
John Bailey
Chicago
Roche
Bailey
Crossword Puzzle Clues From a Page
A reader-friendly crossword fragment lists clues such as 61 Proms 62 Fairy tale beginning 62 Lecame 64 Word element immineral nares 65 Mellows 66 Famed 6/ Leisuretly, reflecting a vintage puzzle brief with partial entries and editorial hints.
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Charles de Gaulle
Sorbonne
Fifth Republic
BY Walter Trohan
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McNaught Syndicate, Inc
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Allen.Scott Report
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Germany
Rafael Trujillo
Arlington National Cemetery
East Pakistan
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Ralph W. Yarborough
Austin
Ruldine
C. Fisher
San Angelo
Rayburn House
Ace Pickens
Democrat
Dorsey Hardeman
San Argeln
South Irving
San Argelo
Congressional Quarterly
Paul Meloniby
Henry Doerd
Gov Neon A. Rockefeder
RNY
Capitol
Ted Lewis
Serace
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Trade Center
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Goverswaert Agency
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