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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1981
Page
6
Odessa American reports ongoing efforts to improve the Permian Basin community. Local officials, businesses, and residents collaborate on housing, infrastructure, and services to make the region a better place to live and work.
An opinion piece argues AT&T sits as a government‑favored monopoly, seeking rate hikes while paying high salaries to celebrity spokespeople. It contrasts AT&T with other brands, noting figures like Cheryl Tiegs and Frank Sinatra, and questions alignment with free market principles.
The U S Postal Service weighs selling ads on trucks mailboxes and stamps to raise income. Possible partners include Turtle Wax and beverage brands while UPS space on trucks could test free enterprise.
Bob Bullock Comptroller of Austin commends the August 8 editorial linking inflation and high federal taxes to the underground economy. He notes Texas’ decade without a tax increase and urges federal policy to follow Texas as a model, praising the newspaper for addressing these matters in its editorial column.
Dr. and Mrs. Harold Williams of Odessa express gratitude to a Odessa policewoman and her partner for ringing their doorbell at midnight to check safety. They thank the officers for detaining and questioning a trespasser on their lawn and for their concern for the couple’s well being.
Peter P. Pranis Jr argues that U S actions against Libyan planes show a strategic test by the Soviets, warning against appeasement and urging a firm stance to deter further challenges. He links Libya to Moscow backed groups, notes Carter era misses, and stresses the danger of escalation to global conflict and regional instability.
James J. Kilpatrick argues that federal courts approach reversing the Taney era in civil rights. He traces reverse discrimination rulings from DeFunis to Fullilove and notes a Richmond voting rights case where white plaintiffs allege racial bias in ward redistricting. The piece frames a pivotal test of color blind versus race conscious policy.
Today marks September 1 1981 the 244th day with 121 remaining The date recalls World War II events including Japan surrender on Missouri in 1945 and Germany invasion of Poland in 1939 It also notes Iran earthquake fatalities surpassing eight thousand officials reported in 1968
Mike Royko ventures through a long parade of TV preachers and mail order ministers from Brother Bob to Jerry Falwell. He jokes about miraculous oils, cloths, and plastic ID cards, then notes Falwell’s pricey appeals while he refuses to fund religious campaigns.
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