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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 06, 1996

Page

2

Father sentenced to seven years for infant shaken injuries

In San Diego a year old boy left blind, paralyzed and brain damaged after being violently shaken as a baby received a seven year prison sentence for his father. The case, under a plea bargain, featured emotional scenes as the foster mother pleaded for the harshest possible penalty. The judge said the tragedy must not be repeated and declined probation.

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Stallone shifts pace in Daylight humanist role

In Daylight Stallone plays a medical worker guiding strangers trapped in a tunnel, signaling a shift from explosive action to a more humanistic performance. The actor hints this could surprise fans and reflect a new focus beyond muscle bound heroics.

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Thurmond Celebrates Birthday with 82nd Airborne

In Columbia South Carolina Sen Strom Thurmond marked his birthday by flying with the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg North Carolina the unit that helped him during D Day in World War II Thurmond recounted feeling close to the paratroopers and referenced his role as a jumpmaster during the war.

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Stokes Named Interim ECISD Leader Amid Scrutiny

Stokes, 57, said the appointment is interim and urged the board to address needed reforms. He praised the district’s search process, noted long-range goals, and discussed his experience with more than 20 Texas districts. If confirmed, he would earn over 95 thousand dollars annually.

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Help for Odessa beings sought through local groups

Community assistance drive invites contributions via the Salvation Army at 811 E. 10th St or the Odessa American at 222 E. 4th St. Information lines list the Odessa American at 333-7720 and the Salvation Army at 332-0738.

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Residents cite speeding ECISD buses near Brown's area

Jamie Brown of the Ector County Sheriff's Office notes speed signs missing on Goodnight Trail and Chisum Avenue in a residential zone with a 30 mph limit. David Neatherlin, a long-time resident, says he called the ECISD bus barn twice this year about buses speeding, expressing relief no one was hurt.

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History professor refuses to release player status

History professor Catherine Miller said she refused because the player didn’t qualify. Professors declined to release the players’ names citing laws requiring student consent to release grade records. Academic advisers or counselors sometimes check in with professors about status.

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Talk shows shift tone as controversy sparks softer formats

Media executives discuss how New Hampshire consent laws, shooting cases, and backlash shape talk shows. Networks trim sensationalism, moving toward softer topics like dreams and makeovers while ratings and advertiser interest influence future lineups. Contenders include Jenny Jones, Rosie O Donnell, Oprah, Martha Stewart, Naomi Judd, and Gayle King as relations to content shifts.

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Up-to-date Lotto Texas and Pick 3 Numbers Hotline Text

Infoline offers current Lotto Texas Pick 3 and Cash 5 numbers. Call S80-46% press and enter 6600 to access unofficial results. Note: numbers are unofficial and unverified by the Texas Commission. TLO’s office contacts are provided for official inquiry.

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Albright Nomination Sparks Backlash and Support

Cabinet budget cuts loom as Cohen prepares Pentagon. Albright wins broad women’s group backing amid pushback from some, while Gore weighs a presidential bid. Ireland hails Albright as powerful, others praise her know how and toughness, and Sonnenfeldt notes her as a veteran foreign policy pro.

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Miami promotes tourism amid debt crisis

Miami officials reassure visitors that airports and seaport remain open and beaches are premier, while debt woes loom. A state oversight panel was named to oversee the city as winter business recovers, with officials stressing tourism infrastructure stays intact despite financial troubles.

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Odessa American Printer's Guide and Contact Details

Odessa American daily from 222 E. 4th St Odessa TX 79761 provides postal and advertising contact information. It notes USPS registration and postmaster address, plus advertising and classified departments with phone and fax numbers and liability caveats for advertising content.

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