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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 22, 1998

Page

10

Man found in trunk died of natural causes

Police say Gregory Lynn Walker 32 of Fort Worth died of acute bilateral broncho pneumonia with an embolism in the left pulmonary artery. His nude body was found Dec 9 in the trunk of a 1994 Pontiac Grand Am in the 1500 block of East Fifth Street. Homicide detectives continue to investigate the circumstances.

Gregory Lynn Walker Fort Worth Walker OPD Snow Robertson East Fifth St Texas

BLOTTER: Local thefts assaults and a child abuse report

Police and sheriffs logs show an alleged sexual abuse claim involving a 3 year old boy in South Odessa between January 1 and 18, plus an Odessa man assaulted on East Second Street. Burglary of a habitation at West 10th Street involved a $20,000 loss. tools valued at $1,560 were stolen from Wellington Common Town Homes between January 14 and 15.

South Odessa East Second Street Sheriff's Office Ector County West 10Th Street Wellington Common N. Grandview Ave

Forensic experts clash over Mowbray death in retrial

In Brownsville the retrial of Susie Mowbray heard competing conclusions from two top bloodstain pattern and gunshot wound specialists. Dr. Herbert MacDowell testified the death was suicide, while Dr. Vincent DiMaio argued homicide. Both offered analysis of nightgown blood, gun position, and victim posture as jurors weigh intent and insurance motive.

Mowbray Vincent DiMaio San Antonio MacDowell DiMaio MacDonell

Doctor testifies for defense in retrial over Susie Mowbray case

In Brownsville, forensic scientist Herbert MacDowell testified that death was more likely self inflicted than homicide. The retrial arises after an appeals court faulted prosecutors for not presenting his testimony earlier. Closing arguments followed as Mowbray seeks release from a life sentence for her husband Bill's 1987 shooting.

Brownsville Susie Mowbray Bill Mowbray Mowbray Herbert MacDowell MacDonell Laboratory of Forensic Science Corning N.Y Bill

Odessa candidates file sparse contributions report

Velasquez filed the financial report showing a $1,200 loan and no contributions. The next reporting date is February 9 for period ending February 15. Eighteen individuals and businesses in Odessa are listed with small contributions ranging from $50 to $400, totaling $2,300.

Velasquez Odessa

Hopefuls Seek Support in Ector County Precinct 4 Race

Forum coverage shows Abraham Torres Wilmer Ray Armando Rodriguez and others courting union members for the Democratic primary. They emphasize industrial development around Loop 338 and county improvements. Incumbent Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Cochran Fierro and Judge Weatherly discuss readiness and experience. Willis urges continued forums and union involvement with a call to vote.

Jones Allen Rindfuss Joseph Sullivan Ector County Abraham Torres Wilmer Ray Armando Rodriguez Precinct 4 Torres Loop 338 Ray Rodriguez Cochran Fierro Ector J.E Weatherly

Gramm and Clinton clash over child care plan details

In a White House briefing on January 7, President Clinton defends expanding child care subsidies, proposing $7.5 billion for the Child Care and Development Block Grant and $5.2 billion for enhancing the Child and Dependent Tax Credit, plus a tax credit for employers. Senator Gramm counters, favoring a market approach and opposing corporate tax credits, arguing families should keep more of their earnings. Families like Steve and Irene Sanders describe rising costs and mixed government impact, while lawmakers stress licensing and safety improvements alongside parental choice.

Clinton White House Gramm General Motors Steve Sanders Irene Dra Sanders Barton

Church vote governs actions for 90 days says Lewis

The church will continue other business such as paying bills but be barred from new actions for 90 days after the vote. Lewis warned that church disputes can be acrimonious like child custody battles and urged members to conduct themselves as if the Lord is present, prompting Amens.

Lewis

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