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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1997

Page

2

Union Leader Carey Wins Re-Election Strike Fallout

The UPS strike boosted James P. Carey's public profile as Teamsters president, but a federal election order questions fundraising practices. Barbara Zack Quindel ordered a new election pending new evidence, while reformers and Hoffa supporters clash over accountability amid ongoing investigations and legal actions.

Galen James P Carey Teamsters Iasat Labor Research Association New York Sociacenes Barbara Zack Quindel Hoffa Jimmy Hoffa Quindel Old Guard Associated Press

Clinton Defamation Suit Against Jones Moves Forward

The suit includes emotional distress and outrage claims, with defamation against State Trooper Danny Ferguson. In a hearing, dates for witness questioning were cut to Jan MO and motions due by March 13, with filings due by March 24. Clinton’s attorney Bennett urged May trial start, Jones, a California resident who says Clinton propositioned her in 1994, seeks damages while Clinton denies the allegations and seeks dismissal.

Jones Danny Ferguson Clinton Attornney Robert §. Bennett California Arkansas

Prominent Figures Weigh In On Fame And Legacy

Patti Davis reflects on life as a first daughter in Harper’s Bazaar and admires Chelsea Clinton’s poised approach to public life. Barbara Billingsley cameo notes in Leave It to Beaver remake and Jimmy Carter promotes a new book, while Pamela Marvin recalls Marine buddies and reunion meaning in Westfield Massachusetts.

Davis Chelsea New York Patti Davis Chelsea Clinton Miss Davis Harper's Bazaar Ronald Nancy Reagan June Santa Ana Calif Barbara Billingsley Billingsley June Cleaver Martha Janine Turner Orange County Marvin Pamela Westfield

Lightning detectors fail during golf tournament weather alerts

At a Nike tour event golfers were evacuated after a Thor Guard lightning detection device failed to activate before a bolt struck. Officials replaced the system with a new Guard and battery packs, while monitoring forecasts and using airport readiness checks to guide play resumption when conditions allowed.

Thor Chris Moser Walker Nike Tour Walker Ae Moser Thor Guard

New Hampshire town mourns fallen friends

In Colbrook a granite monument marks the memory of editor Dennis Joos part time judge Vickie Bunnell and two state troopers killed in a spree by Carl Drega. Funeral processions for Troopers Leslie Lord and Scott Phillips drew mourners from across the region as residents offered support and reflected on the violent events.

Colebrook N.H New Hampshire Memorial Park Dennis Joos News and Sentinel Vickie Bunnell Harrigan United States Canada Leslie Lord Scott Phillips Illinois Victor Morris Drega Bunnell Columbia Priday Jeanne Shaheen Cabo

Recall Issued Over Burger Patties Contamination

The recall stems from E coli contamination traced to a slaughterhouse outside the plant and unsafe meat handling, record keeping, and testing practices. Agri pen Secretary Dan Glickman said stricter safety standards must be adopted before reopening. The Hudson party products may have reached most states. no illnesses reported so far. Company executives addressed thousands of consumer calls and replaced stock in restaurants.

Agripen Dan Glickman CDC Alaska Hawaii King Food Mary Welch Rank Yous

Friday's a 5 Pick 3 Infoline Note

Friday's a 5 Pick 3 Infoline announces numbers and how to call for results. Winning figures are unofficial until verified by the Texas Commission. The TLC's office is on Bivd. and can be reached at 915 368 5243 for official confirmation.

Texas Commission TLC

Lanier Faces Possible Time For Arrest Evasion

Judge Ali heard victims fear restraining report Lanier advances and political power. S Marshal Buck Wood said Lanier's case was returned when he was cited. He could face more prison time if convicted of evading arrest. Lanier's Nashville lawyer Alfred Knight was out of his office and unavailable Friday. A call to Lanier's Dyersburg home picked up by an answering machine. no immediate return call.

Ali Lanier Buck Wood Alfred Knight Nashville Dyersburg

Four Separatists Face Jury Trial Over Texas Jurisdiction

District Judge Kenneth DeHart denied McLaren’s motion as four defendants claim Texas was illegally annexed and refuse to acknowledge the court. A jury trial is set for October 27. District Attorney Valadez seeks consolidation of four trials and a mental competency evaluation for Otto.

Kenneth DeHart McLaren Anthony Foster Gregg Paulson Paulsons Otto Texas Ono Albert Valadez Valadez

Odessa American Classified Contact Notice

Classified notice lists Odessa American publication rights and a contact route for permission. Mentions Advertising Classified Department and a 24 hour fax line for six months term details.

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