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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1996
Page
11
Ken Brodnax recalls friends who kept an aquarium as a social mirror, noting how aggressive newcomers named Hannibal and Lechter disturb peaceful tank life. The story follows parental worries, a runt child, and a relaxed observer who grows fond of Kitty Catfish while pondering human fascination with watching fish.
Midland Independent School District votes 5 to 2 to let students attend any of the district 23 schools with transportation provided, delaying implementation until federal judge approval. For years MISD faced a desegregation cluster system requiring cross district busing for certain elementary grades.
Libby Sibert's class at Barbara Jordan Elementary mailed 50 holiday cards to world leaders and celebrities to teach cultural awareness. The project emphasizes being different is OK, global responsibility, and the theme Peace on Earth. Students will host a world foods feast next week to finish the lesson.
Steve Stockman concedes after strong Democratic turnout in Houston area, to be replaced by Nick Lampson in January. Political analysts say Stockman’s controversial, confrontational style boosted Democrat turnout. Stockman called his career “one long, strange trip” as he exited.
LUBBOCK AP Newly elected state Senator Robert Duncan vows to continue the course of Democratic predecessor John Montford. He says he will work with conservative lawmakers to resolve Texas and move the state into the future after defeating conservative Democrat David Langston in a landslide runoff.
The Laskey family from Midland celebrate eight days of Hanukkah at home while inviting non Jewish friends to share in Christmas. Larry and Jan Laskey emphasize inclusion and teaching tolerance as their three children Lauren Brett and Jennifer participate in menorah lighting latkes and presents.
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