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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 20, 1998

Page

2

Man Convicted Spouse Killer Drowns Before Prison Start

Daniel Coe, 50, who had been convicted of killing his wife and who earlier attempted suicide by setting his house ablaze in 1996, drove his truck off a ferry-dock barrier in Mukilteo, Washington, and drowned the night before beginning a 10-year term. Witnesses saw him smoking as the truck sank. his lawyer had claimed mental illness during the prior attempt.

Mukilteo Wash Daniel Coe Coe Seattle

Corrections reveal Lange donations total $175

A correction amends last Saturday’s listing on primary election donations for Terry Lange, Republican candidate for Justice of the Peace Precinct 1. The previously stated total of $50 or less is incorrect. the actual contributions amount to $175.

Terry Lange Justice of the Peace

ECISD Seeks Graduation Ceremony Details and Back-Up Plans

ECISD officials discuss not offering a second graduation ceremony and the possibility of rescheduling at Ratliff Stadium. Board president Winfred Richmond supports the stadium option but worries about no participation. The meeting also reviews contracts for district athletic and administrative staff at 7 p.m. in the ECISD Administration Building.

ECISD Chuck Hornung Winfred Richmond Ratliff Stadium Richmond Odessa High School Randy Quisenberry Bill Goodman Pete Chernick Merita Hart Hector Mendez N. Sam Houston Ave

Cattlemen vs Oprah Trial Becomes Made for TV Calamity

The Amarillo case pits cattlemen led by Paul Engler against Oprah Winfrey and anti-meat activist Howard Lyman after a 1996 broadcast. Media circus surrounds the trial with barricades and ticket lines for $800 shows while judges seek courtroom decorum amid rising publicity.

Winfrey High Plains U.S Mary Lou Robinson John Kanelis Amarillo Daily News Paul Engler Howard Lyman Lyman Engler Texas F.G. Collard Amarillo Collard Bob Turner Associated Press

Kurt and Courtney film shown at Sundance amid dispute

At Sundance, Nick Broomfield's Kurt and Courtney was screened despite Love and EMI threats over soundtrack clearances. The film portrays Courtney Love as manipulative and fueled byCobain's death in 1994, with deleted footage cited by the director.

Salt Lake City Courtney Love Nick Broomfield Kurt Courtney Nirvana Broomfield Elks Lodge Love EMI Cobain

Guatemala Bus Attack Ills Victims and Aftermath Unfolds

Authorities investigate a deadly bus raid in Santa Lucia Guatemala where robbers abducted and assaulted American students. Police tracked a suspect while survivors receive care and U S officials caution travelers amid rising crime linked to postwar instability.

Clinton US State Department Guatemala

Perkins Legacy in Rockabilly Depth and Hall of Fame Induction

The feature chronicles Carl Perkins rise from poverty in Lake City Tennessee to fame with Blue Suede Shoes and the Million Dollar Quartet, his brush with death, UK revival via the Beatles, and later years including his Hall of Fame induction in 1987. It notes his behind the scenes songwriting for Johnny Cash and Patsy Cline, long battle with alcoholism, sobriety in the late seventies, and final albums like Class of 55 and Friends Family and Legends.

Perkins Elvis Johnny Cash Jerry Lee Lewis Lake City Tenn Jackson Sam Phillips Memphis Hollywood Britain Cash Daddy Patsy Cline Dixie Fried Boppin Pacific Shrine Auditorium Los Angeles Cash, Lewis Roy Orbison Maverick

Mindful spending cuts costs by valuing time over money

The article urges converting dollars spent into hours worked to see true costs. It profiles Ergo, a flight instructor, and others who shift shopping habits to reduce impulse buys. Advice includes planning meals, resisting unnecessary purchases, and keeping price tags on to reassess value.

Ergo Jonnie Pekelny Pekelny Oakland Calif Rick Peterson Alameda Cecile Andrews Luhrs

Texas Lottery Winning Numbers Lotto Draw Jan 19 1998

The Texas Lottery announces the Lotto drawing held Monday January 19 1998. The winning numbers are 10 15 24 31 34 with the 5th ball. No detailed prize information is provided in this brief record.

Lotto Texas and Pick 3 Numbers Hotline Details

Up-to-date Lotto Texas Pick 3 and Cash 5 numbers available from InfoLine. Call 580-4636 press 6600 for results. Not official until verified by Texas Lottery Commission. TLC Odessa regional office at 4682 E University Blvd 915 368 5243.

Lotto Texas InfoLine Texas Lottery Commission TLC Odessa E. University Bivd

Public opinion on abortion legality shown by nationwide poll

A 1,102 adult poll by ICR finds 25 percent favor abortion legal in all cases while 56 percent oppose it in cases where a woman simply does not want the baby. About half favor legal limits, with 83 percent supporting some access. The study notes stable views and emphasizes balancing life and choice.

ICR Media American Enterprise Institute

Odessa American publication details

The Odessa American newspaper notes its publication as a morning paper in Odessa Texas with mailing address, USPS status, and post office box for address changes.

Odessa American E. 4Th Street Odessa

Readers' Guide Advertising Policy and Contact Info

The Odessa American advertises a main phone line and out of town number with an email address and web link. It states the paper may accept or reject ads, is not liable for errors or omissions, and not responsible for factual representations in ads. Reproduction is forbidden without written permission.

Freedom.com Odessa

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