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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1996
Page
2
Japan reports a 3.4 percent national jobless rate in April, up from 3.1 percent in March, marking the biggest monthly rise since 1959. Women show a record 3.7 percent unemployment, while men reach 3.3 percent. new graduates fuel the increase and cross-country measures could push rates higher.
A truck crashed into a school bus on the Beirut Damascus highway near Bhamdoun, killing nine people including five pupils and injuring about 45, mostly children aged 4 to 7. The bus driver and two teachers also died. A Syrian soldier was killed at a checkpoint. The Indian driver lost control while the truck carried plastic goods and Saudi plates. Forty children were hospitalized. Police cleared the road for hours. The bus was returning from Maximus nuns' school in Kfarshima.
In Julis, northern Israel, two assailants in a car fired eight to ten shots at Deputy Interior Minister Saleh Tarif of Peres cabinet. Tarif dodged the attack unhurt as the suspects fled and were later detained. Netanyahu was announced winner in the prime minister race. Tarif, from the Labor Party, is related to Ali Tarif. Druse community context noted.
Jean-Pierre Elkabbach steps down as head of state television after a parliamentary probe revealed high value contracts to a few stars. He says the deals were needed to attract talent and boost France 2 ratings, while critics cite taxpayer subsidies and public anger. His term since 1993 was due to end in upcoming months.
Odessa residents recount Timothy Leary as a lifelong thinker who rarely aligned with the 1960s hippie scene. Photographer Mike Andrews believes Leary popularized hallucinogens negatively, while retired professor Robert Rothstein notes Leary spoke on drugs during a UT Permian Basin lecture circuit stop a decade ago and seemed lucid off stage.
In a close election, Benjamin Netanyahu returns to power after 1992 reforms, with Labor wary of shifted policy. Analysts warn a more centrist approach is unlikely to ease the Palestinian and Syrian talks as Netanyahu pledges heavy settlement expansion and a tougher stance. Roy Elsner notes voter fatigue with Peres’ policy. Staff writer Kim Smith contributed.
Life magazine ranks the 50 most influential baby boomers with Steven Spielberg first, followed by Steve Jobs and Bill Clinton among others. The list notes era cutoffs 1946 to 1964 and includes figures from entertainment, tech, politics, and business.
Warning Belton and several children were in the Murray home when Jayla died. The unnamed toddler’s death prompts debate on government intervention as the Department of Protective and Regulatory Services notes limits on home care of unrelated children and difficulties enforcing registration.
FBI staged arrival of three armored cars on a flatbed to news crews at Garfield County Pair grounds but observers counted two. Vehicles bore FBI on white sides while an unmarked olive drab helicopter carried 13 people, all part of a plan to enable emergency rescues if needed. The release says negotiations aim for peaceful resolution without endangering personnel, as the Freeman complex shows little activity. The FBI noted 42 third party intermediaries were used, more than previously visible, and accused the Freemen of breaking several agreements. Colorado Senator Charles Duke, a mediator, said the Freemen showed little willingness to compromise while the FBI showed outstanding willingness to negotiate.
Up-to-date information on Lotto Texas Pick 3 and Cash 5 numbers is available from Infoline. Call 580 4636 press 6600 for unofficial winning numbers until verification by the Texas Lottery Commission. TLC regional office in Odessa 4682 E University Blvd 915 368 5243.
In Austin AP reports no ticket matched all six Lotto Texas numbers drawn on Wednesday night. The $18 million prize remained unclaimed while 165 tickets hit five numbers for $1,448 each, 8,840 with four numbers for $97, and 162,276 with three numbers for $3. Saturday’s estimated jackpot rises to $25 million.
In the wake of the 1987 Saragosa tornado, Tornado Shelters markets a patented design used by oil refugees and homeowners alike. Qualline reflects on public skepticism turning to demand as shelters become keepsakes, storage, and peace of mind amid storms and personal anecdotes.
Odessa American announces advertising policies and mailing details, noting permission requirements for reproduction and liability limits for errors omissions or failures to publish ads. It states the newspaper may accept or reject ads and directs address changes to the post office box in Odessa Texas.
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