29 Jul 1984
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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1984
Page
1
Ben Blackwall who keeps chickens as a hobby argues that broken Dumpster lids behind his home attract more flies than his birds. Animal control cites health and code violations and may issue citations to flock owners unless they reduce numbers.
A Bell 206 L Jet Ranger helicopter used in a July Texas Valley View Bank robbery was found 24 miles south of Pueblo Colorado. FBI and local authorities, who confirmed the helicopter, described the ongoing manhunt for five suspects and noted the aircraft had been dumped near Leon Oklahoma.
Ghiorghe Dubei, 42, a Romanian national, defected during the Los Angeles Games by traveling to the United States under the pretense of watching the event. He arrived this month at his brother Constantine's Pasadena home and told officials he sought political asylum, citing religious persecution and fear of state surveillance.
A 21 year old Daniel Lee Young drove a Buick Regal onto a sidewalk near UCLA in Westwood Friday night, killing a teenager and injuring 54. He was arrested at the scene, held without bail on murder charges. Authorities say he wanted to get even with police, with no Olympic Games link found. Young had a prior burglary conviction and was on probation.
Odessa voters chose John Minor as mayor by 110 votes over incumbent Bob Bryant on April 7 after his removal as Municipal Court administrator. He marks 100 days in office in July and emphasizes open government and public involvement through task forces and accessible policy. He rejects claims of a revenge motive and says he aims to fix issues within city government with his experience in law and public service.
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