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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1997
Page
2
A featured top story announces a surprise celebration for a local Odessa child this Sunday. The piece highlights community surprise and celebratory plans across the town. The event aims to honor the young resident and engage local families and volunteers.
Police in Los Angeles said there are no identified suspects in the killing of Ennis William Cosby. A female witness who summoned police is traumatized and could not be used for a composite sketch. Investigators are pursuing several tips while describing the suspect as a white male.
Henry Noel of Eunice, four miles from the pit, denounces a plan to accept nuclear waste saying the site poses hazardous risks. He recalls a promise by WCS officials not to seek a nuclear waste permit and warns of opportunists flocking to Andrews County for disposal projects. Noel, a cancer survivor, cites carcinogen concerns and urges caution.
U S senator Edward M Kennedy and wife Vicki list their McLean Virginia estate overlooking the Potomac for 4.975 million dollars as they plan to move to Washington DC. The family also owns a Hyannis Port home and a Boston apartment. Bill Clinton era house in Milford Connecticut up for sale with a 350000 price tag, noting its waterfront view and three bedrooms. Della Reese to star in Mahalia Jackson biopic while continuing TV and church duties. Kareem Abdul Jabbar faces criticism over Coors beer commercial depicting a snowbound basketball scene. Islamic Society of North America urges removal or donation of his compensation.
The speaker acknowledged ethics violations tied to a December settlement and apologized to the House and nation. The ethics issues and possible sanctions loom as Republicans rally behind him, with a formal vote expected late week as investigations continue amid party tension.
Up-to-date Lotto Texas Pick 3 and Cash 5 numbers are available by calling 580-4636. The Texas Lottery Commission regional office in Odessa is located at 4682 E University Blvd and can be reached at (915) 368-9243.
From 1A Pharmacy basement vaults the Brenham Heritage Museum unveils a vast trove of 100000 items once stored during the 1940s burn and owner Heineke’s death. The collection valued at about 650000 dollars will mostly go to auction this April to benefit the college scholarship fund.
Dole led a Capitol ceremony with Cabinet secretaries and lawmakers as Elizabeth Dole and Robin Dole sat with Hillary Clinton. Choking back tears, he said he would cherish the medal, praising a lifetime in politics despite three White House defeats. Clinton’s bipartisanship theme drew praise from Trent Lott as the term began.
A blue and white four single engine Piper Cherokee flying from Farmingdale New York to Saranac Lake New York clipped treetops and crashed near Lake Winnipesaukee New Hampshire. Rescuers found seats and bodies. no survivors. The plane was registered to David Rinch of Babylon New York. Authorities described an unconscious pilot and a passenger with no control experience.
The Odessa American publishes daily in Odessa Texas at 222 East Fourth Street with post office mailing addresses for changes and a classifieds department contact. Notices note advertising liability limits and permissions for reproduction of material.
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