05 Feb 1980
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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1980
Page
1
A source close to the political corruption investigation indicates multiple members of Congress are implicated. Reports mention a ninth member may be involved, with details surrounding the probe not fully disclosed.
An FBI 14 month corruption inquiry hints at a ninth congress member's possible involvement though not yet a focus of scrutiny. Seven House members and one senator face possible grand jury action while ethics panels seek independent inquiry. New Jersey lawmakers Howard Hughes and Florio discussed provocative overtures from figures claiming Arab investors. Florio said a man named Silvestri visited his office seeking meetings to gain influence.
The Associated Press reports six oil pipelines in Iran s Khuzestan province were damaged by a series of explosions and a fire burned for eight hours before being put out. Tehran radio said three Iraqis were arrested nearby with 10 000 rounds and 18 000 rounds hidden on a highway.
Santa Fe New Mexico State Penitentiary riot left at least 33 inmates dead with searchers hampered by fires burning in the gym. Officials expect more bodies and assess charges against up to 100 inmates for murders and kidnappings amid grisly torture accounts.
A national walkout by Amoco Production Co workers expands into West Texas and New Mexico. Union members advance their strike threat as talks continue. The article notes upcoming primaries and a presidential primary poll shaping Texas politics.
The 36 hour siege ended with at least 35 confirmed deaths and reports of 39 total, as inmates attacked guards and tortured inmates. Officials pointed to drinking of home brew as a possible trigger, with violence including beheadings and severed limbs, amid racial tensions and grudges. Guards and National Guardsmen retook the prison without shots fired.
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