Bush Meets Pope in Rome as Iraq War Divides Globe
President Bush, in Rome for WWII commemoration, meets Pope John Paul II at the Vatican. The pontiff urged shared human values while demonstrations in central Rome pressed Italy to withdraw troops from Iraq. Bush outlined aims for a new U.N. resolution and honored the pope with the Medal of Freedom. The trip follows clashes with police, and a Baghdad attack that killed five U.S. soldiers.
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Job market gains in May lift payrolls and stocks
US employers added 248000 jobs in May, boosting the year to date payroll rise to about 1.2 million. Unemployment holds at 5.6 percent as renewed job searches widen the labor pool. March and April were revised higher by 74000, with three quarters of 2024’s job gains in the last quarter. The Dow rose 47 points to 10243 and the Nasdaq gained 18 to 1979.
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Potter Film Draws Readers and Young Fans
Lois West, a special education teacher, reread The Prisoner of Azkaban before the Friday showing to refresh details. Steven Wentworth, 6, attended with his parents and brother Heath, 15, and plans to read the Potter books once he can.
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Affleck hospitalized delays Jersey Girl London premiere
Ben Affleck missed the London premiere of Jersey Girl after a Boston hospitalization for severe bronchitis. Publicist Ken Sunshine says he is recuperating at his Boston home. The film opened in March with 8.3 million. director Kevin Smith faced critical response.
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Toluene Spill Near Highway 80 Trains Stalled, HazMat Responds
A train collision near Highway 80 and Loop 338 released toluene from a tank car carrying about 30,000 gallons. HazMat crews cleaned the spill while traffic diverted on the service road and trains between Midland and Odessa were halted. No injuries reported and residents unlikely to be affected.
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Police accuse Kathy Shrum in cocaine brothel case
Police and Kathy Sue Shrum 45 were arrested May 27 on federal felony charges of cocaine distribution. Affidavits allege the massage clinic operated as a brothel with a list of influential businessmen as clientele. A local official disputes the victimless crime framing, citing potential divorces and ruined careers. About 20 people were interviewed as investigators expand the suspect pool.
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Porras Sentenced to 25 Years in Gun Murder Case
Porras turned himself in after a 12 gauge shotgun shooting of Macias. Venegas and Lujan, charged with related crimes, pled guilty earlier and receive 10 and eight year terms respectively. U S District Judge Rob Junell imposed 25 years plus five years supervised release.
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Toddler Jessica Recalled in Midland County Rescue Effort
Greenwood Principal Scott Knippa spoke about Jessica McClure, her toddler years, and the massive rescue effort as she lived with her grandparents amid ongoing search details involving 112 classmates and local officials.
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Graduation memories of Jessica McClure in Greenwood
Family and town reflect on Jessica McClure as she completes high school in Greenwood. Neighbors and relatives recall media attention, the long watch over her life after the 1987 well incident, and how her normal life now stands out amid public interest.
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Texas Lottery Winning Numbers Mega Millions Friday
Texas Lottery Mega Millions numbers drawn Friday June 5. players matched several balls for cash prizes. Megaplier 7 applied to some winners. Cash Five and Pick 3 details listed with Texas Two Step drawing and bonus balance.
New Mexico Lottery Draws Road Runner Cash 5 Results
The New Mexico Lottery drew Road Runner Cash 5 numbers on Thursday June 4. The 19 20 25 32 3 were listed with a 6 0 payout in the latest drawing.
Odessa American contact and service information note
The Odessa American lists contact numbers for news sports and editorial desks, hours, posting and subscription details, plus mailing and fax options. It includes a note on postal service, subscription rates, and a web address for the paper.
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