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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1987
Page
2
Outside Radio City Hall in New York on a Wednesday crowd watched imitation snow confetti fall as Santa Claus and his helpers gaped skyward. The publicity stunt helped double advance ticket sales from last year for the Magnificent Christmas Spectacular.
The Rolex Challenge Cup match on September 19 will be invitation only for about 500 guests to boost security. The event was originally to sell 200 public tickets at 15 dollars each, but organizers shifted to a $200-a-plate luncheon for invitees.
Soap opera star Joan Collins celebrated her divorce from Peter Holm with a jewelry shopping spree and a victory party in West Hollywood. She toasted with cappuccino and wine among friends and her lawyer Marvin Mitchelson, then browsed Artin's Jewelry and Antique Shop with Dani Janssen. Superior Court Judge Kenneth Black granted the divorce, Holm reportedly abroad, with his attorney stating an $80,000 monthly support claim to be pursued in October.
Ballet star Mikhail Baryshnikov drew a sold out crowd of 2,759 at the Orpheum Theater in Omaha. He led 10 American Ballet Theater dancers through Balanchine Apollo and Gershwin Who Cares after Don Quixote, receiving a thunderous ovation. Gov. Kay Orr hosted a reception and presented a crystal fish to the famed dancer who enjoys fishing.
Polish labor leader Lech Walesa, Nobel Peace Prize winner, hopes to attend the September 17 Constitution bicentennial ceremonies in Philadelphia that will feature President Reagan and a session of chief justices from the original 13 states. Walesa said he has not yet sought permission to travel from Poland and fears possible denial of re-entry.
Nashville producer Joe Sullivan says the Charlie Daniels Band will host the 13th Volunteer Jam on September 6 to benefit muscular dystrophy. Portions of the concert will be broadcast live during the Jerry Lewis Labor Day Telethon with taped segments airing September 7. Daniels had earlier announced a Lynyrd Skynyrd reunion at the event.
Odesson recommended clearing the dilapidated lot but tabled the case 60 days for Mitchell to finish repairs. Mitchell claimed he upgraded the building with a new roof and utilities, but city records show no permits or improvements after the extension. Council granted additional time to Jan 1, 1988 if weeds are cut, with Mitchell seeking another 3800 dollars to finish as his finances strain.
Wunderlich notes each site plan will run about 3000 pages with at least 1000 references. Officials say the large volume caused review bottlenecks within a 90 day window. A January draft release is seen as extending review time and aiding state feedback before the late 1988 final draft.
The text cites mixed reactions to a Republican appointment by Governor Bill Clements. Justice Raul Gonzalez and others comment on merit over party, noting prior Republican selections and ongoing shifts in Texas judiciary.
Showers and thunderstorms spread across Texas with heavy rain possible in central and southeastern areas. Permian Basin and Concho Valley expect mid-60s lows and upper 80s highs while Panhandle, South Plains see 60s to mid-80s. Frontal system and trough bring lingering showers into Friday across West Texas and surrounding regions.
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