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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1997

Page

2

Diana and Dodi Fayed in Med holiday romance and fatal crash

News sketches Diana Prince of Wales and Dodi Fayed amid rumors of love during a summer in the south of France. Reports note Fayed’s wealth and ties to Diana’s circle, with eye on their relationship and Diana’s comments about her sons.

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Fair Lubbock Fair Adds Exhibits and Fire Safety Display

Fairgoers will see new children exhibits, a fire safety house donated by the Odessa Fire Department and Firefighters Association teaching home fire procedures, plus creative arts, farming equipment, and live stock shows added as the stay extends. Local business displays include Internet services and cellular equipment promoted by exhibitors.

Lubbock Odessa Fire Department Firefighters Association Johnny Ramsey Rudy Franco

82-year-old man captured after 45-hour standoff in Ohio

In Cleveland an 82-year-old man identified as Clayton Thomas was captured Saturday after a 45-hour standoff following gunfire from his home. A nursing supervisor at St. Luke's Hospital later identified him as Clinton Thompson. Police said the man fired at least five shots during the confrontation and several new hires were evacuated as a precaution.

Cleveland Clayton Thomas St. Luke's Hospital Clinton Thompson Mark Hastings

Rushdie Marries Girlfriend on Long Island

Salman Rushdie wed his girlfriend of three years in a private ceremony on New York's Long Island. The British author, 50, who has lived under police protection since 1989, reportedly kept the bride's identity confidential. The wedding follows years of public appearances amid threats related to his famous novel.

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Odessa residents debate widening busy Golder Avenue

Golder Buice and neighbors argue over a planned 1.5 million project to widen Golder Avenue in central Odessa. They warn heavier traffic and tree loss could harm two adequate routes to downtown, while officials say the plan aims to improve flow and safety.

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Clinton admin blocks state aid for uninsured kids

McKinney notes new Clinton roadblock as private screening looms to determine aid. Karen Hughes, Bush press secretary, says Clinton refuses to allow states to cover uninsured children at no cost to the state amid efforts to expand private screening and public aid programs.

McKinney Clinton Karen Hughes Bush

Labor Day marks phase two of federal minimum wage rise

On Labor Day the federal minimum wage increases to 5.15 dollars an hour, the second phase of an increase approved by Congress. The change affects about 10 million workers, with 6.4 million earning below 5.15 and more benefiting as wages rise overall.

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Williams cites military service views on training and roles

Polls show divisions between veterans and nonveterans on joint training and women in combat. Williams notes 57 percent support among Hispanics and women, praising Ann Richards as a role model amid debates on military justice and exposing brutality of outgroup outfits.

Williams Dards High Texas Ann Richards

Texas Poll Reflects Voter Attitudes on Guns and Women

The survey notes that those who did not answer are excluded and reports a margin of error of about 3 percent. It highlights Texas women and gun culture amid campaign coverage, contrasting with other regions.

Margen Texas

TLC Office in Odessa Sets 6600 DOD Entry

DOD entry 6600 noted as unofficial until Texas Commission verification. TLC office located in Odessa at 4682 E University Blvd. Phone number 915 568 5245.

Texas ‘Commission TLC Odessa E. University Blvd

No winners push Lotto Texas jackpot higher

No tickets correctly matched all six numbers drawn Saturday night for the twice weekly Lotto Texas. The jackpot rose to an estimated 13 million dollars as no winner claimed the top prize.

Odessa American Readers Guide and Postal Notice

Public notice from the Odessa American includes mailing and postage details, address change procedures, and publication information with contact numbers and location at 222 E 4th Street Odessa Texas. The text lists USPS and postal terms and a policy excerpt about permission for reuse.

Odessa American E. 4Th Street Odessa

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