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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1986
Page
11
The body of Sergio Lucio, 17, of Chihuahua, Mexico, was found near the U S Mexico border and identified by officials as the deceased. Authorities say he apparently died from a snakebite on a trail used by Mexican nationals immigrating to the United States.
The Grandfalls Chamber of Commerce plans a weekend event titled Back To School Play Days with activities in Grandfalls and Royalty. Highlights include a Little Miss Grandfalls Beauty Contest street dance tennis and golf tournaments and multiple games. For details call 547-2348 or 547-2342.
Secretary of State Myra McDaniel will address the Andrews Committee of the Texas Sesquicentennial at noon Saturday at the civic center. Appointed by Gov. White in 1984 she is the first black in the post in Texas. Andrews women's groups will be recognized for community work along with a barbecue lunch door prizes and speeches.
Midland officials report a roughly ten percent drop in passengers boarding at Midland Regional Airport through July compared to 1985. Through July, 492,754 passengers boarded versus 541,946 last year, and net parking lot revenues declined by about $200,000, according to City Manager James Brown.
Howard County produced the overall high point winners at the Texas 4-H Trap and Skeet Shoot held at the Greater Houston Gun Club. Todd Farris headlined the senior division with top points, joined by Scott Farris in the junior division and Amanda Anderson in the sub-junior division.
A dispute in Ector County centers on permitting home grown vegetables to be sold along roadsides and at the Permian Basin Farmers Market. Rigid rules, liability concerns, and a push from vendors point to possible county land leasing or fundraisers as alternatives. Local residents like 75 year old Robert Collier defend the right to sell. Commissioner Bowen supports continuing vending on public right of way as a Texas tradition while others urge adherence to the law.
At the Texas Capitol about 250 demonstrators protest House budget reductions aimed at slashing state government by around 750 million dollars. Senators Truan and Barrientos pledge to defend human services while balancing cuts with potential tax measures. Lt. Gov. Hobby backs a tax hike plan alongside further cuts as the special session unfolds.
Garion Brunson of 9A Tax Odessa says oil and gas depletion and intangible drilling cost credits look favorable but removing the investment tax credit will hurt businesses. He expects political maneuvering and a likely revision within a year as Congress may not get the bill right the first time.
Attorneys discuss conflict of interest and intent to have the Shafer firm represent the county as lawsuits over alleged improper acts in the Data Processing Department move forward. The suit seeks up to 6 million dollars and involves whistleblower protections and slander claims.
The Texas Women's Political Caucus endorsed seven Democrats for statewide offices including Hobby Richards Hightower Mauro Mattox Bullock and Maury, and backed incumbents Bryant Frost Pickle Coleman. It did not endorse in the governor’s race due to unanswered questionnaire by Gov. White.
Theft reported by Theresa Lee Haas valued at 3100 from Skaggs Alpha Beta on East 42nd Street. Burglary at Country Burger on Grant Avenue with 2905 taken overnight. Window damage at 1227 East 10th Street valued 1000. Burglary at 3612 Everglade Avenue with jewelry a pistol recorder and tape totaling 2277. Unauthorized use of a 1981 Chevrolet pickup from East 42nd Street. Burglary at 2429 Santa Cruz Lane with TV and jewelry worth 5450.
Cotton, the county's largest crop, faced heavy losses from hail on June 1 and June rainfall delaying planting. Many fields could not be replanted, some will not be harvested, while irrigation in the west mitigated damage. Prices hover near 50 cents per pound under 1985 Farm Bill rules. Foreclosures loom as loan programs tighten.
Registration for the fall semester at Odessa College runs 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on August 27 on the Student Union Building second floor. Classes begin September 2 with late registration September 2 to 12. Open hours vary by day. Fall catalogs are available in the counseling center switchboard or drive-through booth. mail requests can be made by calling 335 6416 or 335 6433.
Randy Lynn Woolls, 36, Medina, argues drugs shaped his crime and asks the U.S. Supreme Court for a stay to avoid execution by injection in Kerrville. He killed Betty Stotts, 44, a drive-in theater cashier in 1979 and was among four Texas inmates with execution dates that week. Clifford X. Phillips and Richard Andrade received federal reprieves, while Larry Smith faced injection early Friday.
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