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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1998
Page
1
Jon Hunstman built a reputation for expansion as Huntsman Corp completed the Rexene acquisition last year. The move signals aggressive growth and strategic integration plans for the combined entity.
Texas heat wave claims at least 10 lives with Dallas County cases rising since July. Officials say five deaths since July 3 amid seven straight days of triple digit temperatures. A 58 year old man died after being found unresponsive in his mobile home and a 109 degree high was recorded in Midland breaking the 1933 record.
Odessa American outlines the 1966 year with a four day oil show drawing 291000 visitors in the Basin. It notes notable appearances by Gunsmoke stars Festus and Doc at the Sand Hills Hereford show, plans for a Dean Martin appearance, and local events including Don Naylor's role in a Planned Parenthood steering committee. Weather was damp with 2.40 inches rain in a three day span. Baseball saw some league championships while Ector High School produced a strong season finale.
Three young Catholic brothers Richard 10 Mark 9 and Jason 7 Quinn died after a sectarian arson attack in Ballymoney Northern Ireland. Their mother and Protestant boyfriend escaped as neighbors recalled screams and police appealed for help identifying protesters. A London club chair offered a 164000 dollar reward. Public figures called the event a turning point in the peace stalemate.
Larry Langford skating director at the MCM Ice skating rink assists Emily Grassbaugh with technique during a Friday morning session. Photos by Mark Sterkel.
Redic threw for over 1,000 yards in the season and averaged more than seven yards per carry on the ground. The figures highlight his dual threat as a quarterback and rusher, underscoring a standout year.
The embezzlement trial of former Medical Center Hospital CFO Michael Hargesheimer, 35, seeks $48,249.60 allegedly stolen between March 26, 1997, and Jan. 14. He faces 2 to 20 years and up to $10,000 fine if convicted. restitution is underway via a $49,820 check deposited in the county trust account.
France clinched its first World Cup title with two Zidane goals and a third from Emmanuel Petit, overpowering Brazil 3-0 in Saint-Denis. Zidane, hailed as Zizou, outshone Brazil's Ronaldo as France dominated from the start, sparking nationwide celebrations from Paris to small villages.
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