Texas Rep Ralph Hall switches to GOP
Texas Congressman Ralph Hall formerly a conservative Democrat switched parties to become a Republican on the final filing day for the March 9 Texas primary. President Bush welcomed Hall, praising him as a friend and leader, while party strategists push for up to several seats gained via mid-decade redistricting.
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Galveston residents sue DaimlerChrysler over loan denials
Four Galveston area residents allege DaimlerChrysler Services North America denied loans to qualified black and Hispanic customers, contributing to the closure of Rick Perez Antonet dealership. Attorney Robert Wilson seeks class action status citing credit denials behind otherwise acceptable ratings. Other suits target DaimlerChrysler and General Motors lenders in Chicago and Nashville.
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Search ends for girl's remains in Texas lake area
Fort Worth authorities completed a weekend search for skeletal remains possibly belonging to 6 year old Opai Jo Jennings abducted in 1999. Lt. Jesse Hernandez said investigators have found skull fragments and pink Barbie tennis shoes matching the case while Dr. Nizam Peerwani noted continued discovery of bone fragments in the wooded area west of Lake Worth.
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David G. Burnet’s Legacy and a Texan Memorial Question
Wanda Orion critiques the treatment of David G. Burnet, first Texas Secretary of State, noting personal losses, Civil War death, and Reconstruction disputes. The column recalls Burnet’s life from Lynchburg to Galveston, his burial beside Gen Sidney Sherman, and questions a Clarksville statue whose connection to Burnet remains unclear.
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