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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 2004
Page
1
Publisher Emeritus reflects on independence, taxes, and marriage in a Fourth of July column. He celebrates present freedoms, laments tax burdens since 1776, and shares humorous e mail quotes while inviting readers to a July 4th reflection.
New Orleans seeks more nicknames and tax breaks to attract major films after Ben Affleck project along with other productions push the city into a larger role in cinema. Mayor Nagin says the area has drawn over 200 million in film and TV work since the tax incentive, but calls for local crew training and on-site services.
George W. Hillger Jr born 1922 in Fort Stockton lived across West Texas before settling in Odessa in 1979. He became a real estate broker and oil and land investor, supported West Texas Boys Ranch, and established an endowed fund at UTPB with a large cash gift and future estate bequest. The donation boosted externally supported scholarships by about 10 percent and will fund university scholarships as funds become available.
NASA Cassini probes reveal striking Titan surface features with a cloud cluster near the south pole and dark light patterns across the moon. Scientists note no liquids detected yet and ponder the geology, wind erosion, and potential hydrocarbon lakes as the mission continues with multiple flybys and an atmospheric probe planned.
Rain soaked Decatur sees earthen dam failure flood downtown with water four feet deep in auto parts store and offices. Beverly and Dale Harris report being swept by flood as crews assess damage. cause and ownership of dam unclear. sheriff notes widespread storm damage across Benton County.
The text jumbles diverse items including Saddam Hussein in court, U S policy on hooded figures, and John Kerry with comments on licenses, citizens, and potential running mates. It blends political satire with unrelated remarks and speculative mentions without a clear, cohesive event.
Texas Lottery draws list Lotto numbers 15 19 28 37 4 12 for Saturday July 3 with an estimated $7 million jackpot. Cash 5 drawing shows 6 16 22 30 33 and Pick 3 Night day 7 88 6 7. official results at txlottery.org.
Lottery draw listing numbers with prize amount and weekday drawing details. Odessa American page shows venue and contact lines, including staff numbers and publication information.
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