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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1996
Page
2
Grammy winner David Foster credits speed as saving his life after rocks and debris from heavy rain hit his car on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu. He was shaken, sore, but grateful to be alive after the vehicle was knocked about 100 yards and then halted to a stop.
A reader columns uncovers a long running chain letter scam about a terminally ill youth Craig Shergold. Judges and lawyers are named in bogus cards and mailings, prompting Make-A-Wish Foundation warnings and a 1-800 hotline. The piece urges recycling Christmas card fronts for charity and notes substantial postage flows.
Community requests contributions may be mailed or delivered to the Salvation Army Center at 811 E. 10th Street or to the Odessa American at 222 E. 1st Street. For information call Odessa American 333-7720 or Salvation Army 332-0738.
Patricia Batie recalls a mother who shared dolls with her daughter while Massey built a vast collection. The Masseys moved repeatedly across Texas and New Mexico, packing the dolls themselves for every shift. Massey hopes to open a museum for her antiques after death, with Madame Alexander as her cherished doll.
Stocking out the campaign ends on December 20 with anonymous donors welcome. Donations may be mailed or delivered to the Salvation Army Community Center in Odessa or the Odessa American. Children in need will be listed on Angel Tree displays at City Hall Kmart and nearby locations. For information call the Odessa American or Salvation Army.
Up-to-date lottery numbers are available by calling 580-4636 and entering 6600. Winning numbers are unofficial until verified by the Texas Lottery Commission. The TLC regional office is in Odessa at 4682 E University Blvd. and can be reached at (915) 368-5243.
The Odessa American invites readers to participate in the weekly survey. Call 580-4636 to answer or fax 333-7742 or email OA link.freedom.com. The deadline for each week is Sunday with new questions. Should the state use advertisements to participation in the Texas Yes-71.
A brief note offers anonymity in replies and invites contact details. The message mentions optional personal information and a phone number field. The tone is casual and advisory, lacking further context or actions.
A government records expert notes that public employees must provide access to information such as bids contracts budgets and taxpayer rolls. Citizens struggle to obtain records because staff may not realize disclosure is part of their duties and essential for public accountability.
Mayor Shirley Dean lit the Holiday Tree behind City Hall a 60 footer as snow sat in bags of sand and the city celebrated five holidays Candles marked Christ birth Hanukkah Kwanzaa Diwali and winter solstice Solstice candle lighter Pat Cregan spoke on faith and renewal The piece notes New York Grand Central also features Muslim crescent and star and Kwanzaa candles this year.
The administration reports that welfare grants tied to past spending and recipient counts enable states to qualify for block grants under the new law. Thirty eight states submitted plans and 18 cleared for the new system as work proceeds, with some legislative steps still required. President Clinton touts a 2.1 million drop in welfare rolls, crediting new approaches with moving people to work.
Odessa American notes postal address, advertising contact line, and policy statements. It reserves right to accept or reject ads and disclaims liability for errors omissions or failure to publish. Postal and production details shown for readers and advertisers in Odessa Texas.
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