Smith declared competent for murder trial despite depression
Union South Carolinas Susan Smith is found legally competent to stand trial on murder charges for drowning her two sons. A state expert says she suffers severe low mood and an adjustment disorder and would life as soon as possible if imprisoned. He recommends she not testify due to her death penalty wishes.
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Pecan Plunder: Odessan Turns Trash Into Pecan Cleaner
Odessan James Naylor converts discarded polyethylene drums into motorized pecan cleaners for his Nature's Bounty service. At the State Pecan Show in Odessa, he demonstrates a drum designed with side slots and a door that tumbles pecans to remove debris, claiming it can clean 500 pounds daily and costs from 55 to 375 dollars with a motor kit.
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County's attorneys get raises in Ector County
Ector County commissioners approved raises totaling 43 595 for four assistant county attorneys two weeks after approving raises for the district attorney's office. The 4-1 vote saw Commissioner Jack Crider oppose while other officials cited staff retention and experience concerns. Budget timing and a planned budget workshop were noted as factors, with DA John Smith offering to relinquish an investigator position to help fund the raises.
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Teen to face trial in trooper death
Levy Lee Edmondson, a 17 year old from Howard County, faces trial for the December 31 shooting death of DPS Trooper Troy Merle Hogue, 39, during an accident investigation on Interstate 20. Jury selection began in Big Spring with 450 West Texans summoned. each juror to be questioned individually, expected to take about two weeks.
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Clinton to restore full diplomatic ties with Vietnam
President Clinton plans to announce the restoration of full diplomatic relations with Vietnam in a White House address. The move follows decades of tension and aims to reopen ambassadorial channels and boost business access, while POW MIA groups criticize the decision.
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