Oilfield services spending to rise 6.2 percent in 1998
Salomon Smith Barney finds 1998 spending on oilfield services will reach about 90 billion dollars, up 6.2 percent rather than 11 percent. Nabors Industries, Global Marine, and Diamond Offshore are among firms seen with higher quarterly earnings, while offshore construction faces steadier demand despite weak onshore activity.
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Clinton allies push preservation ambition amid funding cuts
Hillary Clinton backs preservation in a motion linking the Francis Scott Key Monument and Star Spangled Banner at Ft. McHenry. The National Trust for Historic Preservation faces federal funding cuts in October as a bipartisan budget plan shifts money. the Smithsonian notes the flag’s deterioration despite restorations and warns of eventual disintegration without protection.
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Nancy Sinatra recalls Seinfeld night and father's death
Nancy Sinatra told Entertainment Tonight she planned to visit Frank Sinatra on the Seinfeld finale night but watched the show instead. She last saw him May 10. he died at 82 after being hospitalized.
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Defamation verdict in Brawley case targets Sharpton and advisers
In a raucous trial in Poughkeepsie, a jury ruled that Rev. Al Sharpton Alton Maddox Jr and C Vernon Mason defamed white former prosecutor Steven Pagones by accusing him of raping Tawana Brawley. The eight month trial ended with findings of reckless disregard for the truth on 7 2 and 1 statements with four others undecided.
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Highway Plan Sparks Public Debate At City Meeting
Gloria Valdez criticizes entrances to the city as unattractive while Bill Adams proposes a dedicated truck lane. Voters focus on ramp consistency as TxDOT collects input from community groups for a final plan by December. A 24 hour hotline at (915) 520-4780 records comments for ten days.
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South Africa to fund part of twin telescope project
South Africa agrees to fund 10 million dollars of a 20 million dollar twin telescope in the southern hemisphere near Sutherland, with UT Poland and New Zealand possible partners. Construction to finish by 2003 and first light will mark a new era in astronomy and science education.
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Othmer Estate Gifts Highlight Buffett Ties and Major Bequests
The estate of Otto Othmer and his wife Helen funds total around $1.05 billion to institutions including Long Island College Hospital 160 million, University of Nebraska Lincoln 140 million, Chemical Heritage Foundation 125 million, Planned Parenthood of New York City 75 million, Brooklyn Historical Society 16 million, and Omaha Board of Education 12 million. Buffett-associated shares in Berkshire Hathaway and other beneficiaries are noted, with legal challenges anticipated.
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Texas Lottery Winning Numbers Cash 5 and Pick 3 Update
Winning numbers for Cash 5 are 10 13 21 25 27 and Pick 3 totals 01 05 00. Monday drawing updates and Lotto Texas results are listed with a note to call InfoLine at 580-4636 extension 6600 for current details.
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What good are guppies in malaria control and more
L. M. Boyd surveys quirky science trivia and curiosities from biology and history. Topics include guppies as mosquito control, beetles with yellow blood, menopause and eggs, Spanish explorers popularizing billiards, water table effects, divorce rates, aging body fat, and Civil War can openers along with contact details for Boyd.
Odessa American Readers' Guide Copyright Notice
Odessa American publication includes a readers guide with contact details 800 375 4661 and an OA link freedom com address. The notice states federal copyright protection and prohibition on reproducing portions without written permission from the Odessa American.
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