SBA promises minority aid to Hispanic businesses
SBA administrator James C. Sanders pledged fairer distribution of government aid to minority firms at the U S Hispanic Chamber of Commerce convention in Chicago. He noted disparities in past allocations while highlighting a growing market, as about 3,000 delegates gathered ahead of a Bush speech. Illinois Governor Thompson joined leaders predicting a major U S market expansion driven by Hispanic consumers and firms.
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Wholesale prices rise as gas jumps eight years high
The Labor Department reports a 0.6 percent wholesale price rise in July led by gasoline, while food costs fell 1.5 percent. Production and inventories show declines and auto output rises, with forecasts of leaner inventories to await stronger sales and potential production shifts in August.
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Peacemakers meet during Beirut truce
U S and Lebanese officials resume talks on removing the PLO from west Beirut amid cease fire efforts. Habib may travel to Israel to bridge gaps as fighting deaths rise and a tentative withdrawal timeline surfaces.
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At a Glance News Briefs From Warsaw and Cape Canaveral
Reports from Warsaw describe a protest near the V I Lenin shipyards in Gdansk as martial law nears nine months. Demonstrators moved toward the Communist Party border, with no further details available. In Cape Canaveral preparations target a November 11 shuttle Columbia flight while Challenger may fly in January.
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Civic center rally highlights Odessa access gap
During a rally in Odessa, speakers cited the lack of a civic center as hindering conventions and events. Camden Chancellor said he was embarrassed by church meetings held in dressing rooms at Ector County Coliseum. Kelly Dickson of Parents for retopping reercour defended the project, while critics questioned costs and utilities. One retiree challenged opponents and asked what consumes Sunday dinners, citing video games as a fiscal concern.
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Odessa American Postage Notice and Delivery Details
Public notice from the Odessa American outlining mailing and delivery arrangements. Mentions daily and Sunday home delivery, Sunday only options, and subscription rates. Includes post office box and mailing matter classifications for Odessa Texas.
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Permian Basin Weather Forecast and Readings Update
The forecast calls for fair warm conditions with southerly winds 10 to 15 mph across the Permian Basin. Midland region readings show high near 100 and tonight's low in the 70s, with no precipitation in the past 24 hours and .66 inches for the month. Extended West Texas outlook includes scattered thunderstorms west of the Pecos and isolated storms east, with Panhandle highs near 101 and Big Bend highs near 90 to 101.
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Watt raises energy influence on domestic and foreign policy
Watt told a conference of 36 American Jewish groups that those who control energy production and distribution affect both domestic and foreign affairs. He defended a controversial letter to the Israeli ambassador and apologized to Jewish audiences after noting liberals could weaken U S support for Israel. He avoided comment on tax credits for foreign royalty oil and Bechtel Corp dealings with Arabs.
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