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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1994
Page
1
Odessa’s unemployment rate eased to 7.4 percent in November while Texas held at 5.6 percent. Labor analyst Mark Dermit of the Texas Employment Commission in Midland cited a November labor force of 46,965 with 3,473 unemployed, down from October’s 3,480.
Secretary of State Warren Christopher rejected Pyongyang’s explanation for delaying the release of a downed American helicopter crewman and warned the 4 billion nuclear pact could be jeopardized. He cited failed inquiries through three channels to obtain freedom for Chief Warrant Officer Bobby Hall and the return of remains for Chief Warrant Officer David Hibeman after the Army OH-58 helicopter went down on North Korea’s side of the border.
Sandhills Hereford Show officials discussed allowing alcohol at the Dec 30 rodeo but did not vote as the proposal stalled after a 30 to 45 minute discussion. Robert Thorn noted Leisure Foods holds a temporary license to serve alcohol at the county coliseum. Calvin Smith favors banning alcohol to preserve a family atmosphere. The event has a history of no alcohol at rodeos, though the dance allows bring-your-own beverages.
The NTSB ruled that crew error and lack of management oversight caused the OMS Charger explosion on Oct 9, 1993, killing three and injuring ten. The 660 foot tanker shut the Houston Ship Channel for 12 hours, costing about $1 million. Findings fault the master and chief mate for unsafe welding and failing to purge tanks of gasoline, while noting OMI Corp did not provide proper training or safeguards. OMI says it has implemented a safety program and training and cooperated fully with investigators.
In Washington a man with a knife approached the White House during rush hour as security agencies review recent scare incidents. The scene contrasts security concerns with a park near the mansion where homeless and anxious residents gather seeking attention. Marcelino Corniel figures in the incident as authorities assess motive and risk.
Texas mood favors mild Christmas as National Weather Service reports 60s to 70s across much of the state. Odessa Midland forecasters and officials say snow is not expected, with temperatures in the mid 60s and highs around 62, well above normal for December 20. Some areas see holiday shoppers in shorts while heaters run indoors.
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