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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1997
Page
9
A critical commentary laments child beauty pageants citing JonBenet Ramsey's murder and notes widespread pageant exposure on media. It argues pageants exploit young girls, urging focus on brains over beauty and more wholesome play.
Jurors in the Juan Salcido murder case began deliberations after closing arguments and the defendant's testimony. Prosecutors allege Salcido shot Lorenzo Guerrero during a confrontation in the Los Arcos Ballroom parking lot on Oct 22, 1993. Salcido, the sole defense witness, testified he fired twice to deter pursuit as Guerrero and others confronted him.
A nationwide crackdown targets banned CFCs used in auto air conditioners amid booming black market trade. Officials say 1.5 million pounds have been seized but about 20 million pounds crossed borders illegally last year. Attorney General Janet Reno announced indictments in multiple states, vowing to shut down the Freon trade.
Salvation Army continues aid into the new year in Odessa as its Empty Stocking Fund, funding food and toys for 650 families, tops its second year with more than six thousand dollars above goal. Capt. Michael Barnhouse notes winter relief through pantry items and clothing sustains residents after holiday giving.
Washington AP report says Texas Rural Legal Aid faces scrutiny over a $3.4 million federal grant and a lawsuit challenging out-of-town military personnel voting by mail in Val Verde County. Hundreds of voters living outside the county could affect local races for the commissioners court and sheriff. TRLA argues ballots sent for federal offices only, not state or local races.
A 10 foot deep pit fire at West 22nd Street and Polaris Avenue smolders five days after ignition. Nearby residents fear for their homes as volunteers from three departments and Odessa Fire work with county equipment to reach and extinguish the burning trash, hampered by delayed access and dangerous materials.
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