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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1985

Page

6

Odessa American Editorial Motto Promotes Freedom and Progress

The Odessa American advocates self reliance and freedom as core values for residents of the Permian Basin. The piece emphasizes responsible living and personal development while inviting readers to engage with the newspaper for information and civic improvement.

Big Spring targets pool hall staff with mug shot rule

The city council passed an amendment requiring private club license holders with pool tables to file photos of all employees with police. Supporters say it aids investigations while critics call it a harmful overreach, suggesting broader photo checks. The ordinance took effect last month and faces calls for reconsideration.

Big Spring Doyle Curtis

September 7 History Highlights From 1825 to 1936

On Sept 7 1825 Lafayette bade farewell to President Adams at the White House during his U S tour. Elizabeth I was born in 1533. Brazil declared independence from Portugal in 1822. James J Corbett defeated John L Sullivan in 1892 to win the world heavyweight title under Queensberry rules. The Peace of Peking ended the Boxer Rebellion in 1901. Boulder Dam began operation in 1936.

Marquis de Lafayette John Quincy Adams White House United States England Elizabeth I Brazil Portugal James J. Corbett John L. Sullivan New Orleans Peking China Boulder Dam Hoover Dam

Reform dilemma on race in Africa guidance by Reagan

Harlan argues reforms in South Africa must balance change with white safeguards. He notes oppression exists worldwide but cites South Africa as the defining case for U.S. conscience. Reagan should leverage influence to push gradual reform while preserving white rights, with long view toward stable, reforming policy.

South Africa Tanzania Ethiopia Zimbabwe Soviet Union Africa Reagan

Entertaining 1988 GOP candidates recommended by Rooney

syndicated columnist Andy Rooney argues Republicans need lively contenders for 1988. He lists George Bush, Lee Iacocca, Rev. Jerry Falwell, William Buckley, Phyllis Schlafly and others as potential candidates, noting charisma, wealth, and debate appeal matter.

George Bush Walter Mondale Lee Iacocca Ford Chrysler Jerry Falwell

Government drowning in red ink and stubborn Congress

Harvey, syndicated Los Angeles Times columnist, argues the U S government bleeds red ink as 80 percent of spending goes to interest, defense, health and Social Security. He blames a gutless Congress for failing to curb waste and reform subsidies, noting many programs benefit bureaucracy more than the poor.

Congress Dunkelberg America Uncle Sam

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