Angel Tree and Empty Stocking Fund drive under way in Odessa
The Odessa American matches donations up to three thousand dollars and challenges others to give. Donations are due by December 21 and may be mailed or delivered to the Salvation Army or the Odessa American. The Angel Tree at Chase Bank lists children in need age 12 and under, with information available from the Odessa American or the Salvation Army.
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E Fourth St
Chase Bank
Grant Ave
Seventh Street
Lee Avenue
McGwire Tops 1998 Best Mannered List by Cotillions
Mark McGwire earns a place on the Ten Best Mannered People of 1998 list by the National League of Junior Cotillions for accepting acclaim with humility. Other honorees include Starr Glenn Couric Clinton Winfrey Graham Brooks Jennings Houston. Jerry Springer named Most Ill-Mannered Person for lowering civility on television.
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John Glenn
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Chelsea Clinton
Oprah Winfrey
Billy Graham
Garth Brooks
Peter Jennings
Whitney Houston
Jerry Springer
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Rick James Says Stroke a Message From God
Rick James says his recent stroke may be a message from God urging him to get his life in order. The funk singer, 50, was hospitalized after a November 9 stroke days after a neck blood vessel rupture during a Denver concert.
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Rick James
James
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Crude posts biggest gain in six months amid Iraq tensions
Crude oil futures rose eight cents to $12.38 a barrel for January delivery as war fears linked to Iraq boosted prices. Permian Basin Petroleum Association president Jim Henry warned disruption could raise prices further if Iraq oil flow is halted, noting Saudi Arabia would struggle to compensate immediately. Exxon Chevron and Mobil shares also climbed on the Middle East uncertainty.
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Lights brighten streets as residents deck homes for holidays
More than 100 strands of bulbs up and down the rafters detail a four day decorating effort. Terry Cook notes taking them down is harder. Neighborhood displays cluster along Ventura Drive Beechwood Avenue West 25th Street Fairlane Avenue Brittany Lane Conet Drive Santa Rita 52 Street and Tom Green area.
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Santa Rita
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52Nd Street
Fountain Lane
JBS Parkwer
Tom Green Street
Clinton Orders Strikes As Impeachment Debate Pauses
President Clinton authorized an attack on Iraq as House impeachment debate stalled. Bush, Gore and former leaders voiced support or briefings. Saddam’s defiance of U.N. inspectors cited. Pentagon says 36 more combat aircraft and additional ground troops to Gulf. Security tightened in Washington and abroad.
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Clinton impeachment debate stirs Ector County voters
Odessa residents and local officials weigh the impeachment issue as a civic concern. Voices range from defense of Clinton to calls for impeachment, with Bonilla and Combest offices flooded by about 1700 calls and letters showing majority support for impeachment.
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Ector County
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House panel aims to back troops amid impeachment standoff
Delays and GOP skepticism mark reactions as Clinton faces impeachment questions while the House prepares to vote. Democrats urge delaying the debate until hostilities end, citing unity with troops. Republicans press ahead with a military resolution as Daschle and Gephardt defend the president and emphasize national interests.
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Matt Salmon
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Texas Lottery Winning Numbers Report
Lotto Texas numbers are 4 16 29 32 35 44 for Wednesday December 16 with an estimated $4 million jackpot. Pick 3 draws show 0 4 8 and Cash 5 details are available via InfoLine at 580-4636 with prompt entry assistance.
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No Lotto Texas numbers match AP drawn Wednesday
No ticket matched all six numbers drawn Wednesday night in the twice weekly Lotto Texas game. State lottery officials reported that no entry hit the required six numbers.
Informed sources on taxes diets and art history notes
Notes cover IRS exclusions for Nobel and Pulitzer prize winners from income taxes, FDA ingredient labeling rules, Saint Nicholas as pawnbroker patron, Michelangelo hygiene claims, John Tyler as sworn enemy label and Confederate service, spray painting cars critique, water grass alias for wild rice, and contact info for L M Boyd including email and mailing address.
Odessa American Publication Note
Publication details for Odessa American including address, contact numbers, and policy on advertisement acceptance liability and reproduction rights.
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