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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1990

Page

2

Sanctions Debate Grows Over Mandela Visit Plans

Analysts warn that relaxing sanctions could undermine Mandela's visit and GOP efforts to attract black voters. The current bans target South African Airways landing rights and certain imports, with prohibition of new U S investments and bank loans. Democrats say moves to ease rules appear cosmetic, while the administration pledges to follow 1986 conditions allowing lifting if four of five criteria are met.

Mandela GOP U.S South Africa Congress

Carroll Shelby Shows Strong Recovery After Heart Transplant

Shelby, the former racing champion and Cobra designer, remains in Cedars-Sinai Medical Center where spokesman Ron Wise reports he is recovering well less than two weeks after a heart transplant. Wise notes Shelby could be discharged next week, and recalls the Texan’s fame including three Sports Car Driver of the Year awards and the Cobra’s role in U.S. Le Mans victories.

Los Angeles Carroll Shelby Ron Wise Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Shelby Wise Pittsburg Texas Dallas U.S

Cosby rides in police car after Riverbend show

In Chattanooga more than 100000 people attended the Riverbend Festival to see Bill Cosby. Police Sgt. Brian Bergenback was paid for his time and chauffeured Cosby back to the airport in a patrol car. Cosby praised Corridor J and commented on city growth and car dealerships while discussing everyday topics.

Chattanooga Tenn Bill Cosby Brian Bergenback Cosby Bergenback Corridor J United States Bergenbach

CNN to broadcast Mandela visit across eight U S cities

CNN plans live coverage of Nelson Mandela’s U S tour to New York Boston Washington Atlanta Miami Detroit Los Angeles and Oakland from June 20 to July 1 with Winnie Mandela events taped for later air. Mandela will attend a Town Meeting at City College of New York taped Thursday for ABC and Nightline.

New York Nelson Mandela U.S CNN John Bianchi Boston Washington Atlanta Miami Detroit Los Angeles Oakland Winnie Mandela Andela City College of New York ABC Ted Koppel Nightline

Rampage at GMAC office ends in multiple deaths

Police describe a gunman firing upon customers and staff at the GMAC office after repossession disputes. He used a .30 caliber semiautomatic rifle and a .38 revolver, with multiple rifle clips found at the scene. Deputy Bozeman said the suspect spoke of war. McMillan noted unclear motive and possible sole motive uncertainty. The incident left several casualties among patrons and employees.

GMAC McMillan Ken Bozeman

Funeral Mass Remembered for Heather’s Vivacious Life

About 150 mourners gathered at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church for Heather’s funeral. Rev. James Bridges spoke of her joy for life and letters from teachers and an aunt praised her smile, helpfulness, and alert, bright eyes. The Connally family urged forgiveness, saying they do not blame the driver, calling it an accident.

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church James Bridges Heather Bridges Milam Anina Connallys Connally

Tornado Outbreak Records Tumble Across U S in June

Weather expert Ostby notes 101 tornadoes from Kansas to Kentucky with nine deaths as floods and heat report severe destruction. Break in storm pattern may shift jet stream north. forecasters cite better warnings reducing deaths. Floods in Shadyside Ohio kill 21 with dozens missing. Texas floods add deaths and major crop damage. Record heat hits Permian Basin with 107 degrees on June 6.

United States Ostby Kansas Kentucky Canada Plains Shadyside Ohio Litte Vegee Texas

Court debate over Texas school finance reform plan

Attorneys for poorer districts condemn the proposed funding changes as a Band-Aid while supporters say the overhaul meets Supreme Court aims. Judge McCown aims to wrap the trial in two weeks as state officials push to implement a $13.5 billion annual plan, with Gov Clements and leaders defending the constitutionality amid ongoing lawsuits.

Rick Gray Texas Supreme Court Gray Kevin O'Hanlon O'Hanlon McCown Bill Clements Pee Lican Ae Damas State Board of Education Clements Gib Lewis Bill Hobby al Kauffman

Funeral services for flood victims spread across communities

Floods in a rural Asian village killed many with 21 dead and 14 still listed as missing. Funerals were held in a funeral home serving as a morgue as debris clogged the Ohio River and searchers faced delays from a thunderstorm. The dead include Roger DeNoon and 6-year-old Timmy Gatten. Survivors and rescuers faced rising Wegee Creek and ongoing tragedy across Ohio, Iowa, and New York as crews heeded Isaiah 38:1 in prayers.

Tiple Ohio Roger DeNoonigh DeNoon Kimberly Tim Muir Salvation Army Bauknecht Cambridge Shadyside John Edna Andrecht Timmy Gatten Jacobsburg Wegee Creek Midwest New York State Iowa

Extended West Texas and Panhandle Weather Outlook

Forecast covers Permian Basin Concho Pecos Valley and Panhandle plus South Plains Far West Big Bend and Rio Grande regions. Mostly fair with highs 90s to 100s, cooler late week, and chances of thunderstorms Friday and Saturday. Northeast North Texas mostly sunny with cooler nights.

Permian Basin Concho Pecos Valley Panhandie South Plains Far West Big Bend Rio Grande Texas West

Weather Record Notes for Reading Monday Heat

Reading notes a Monday high of 102 with sunset at 6 57 p m and sunrise at 6 43 a m No rain in the last 24 hours or for June YTD precipitation stands at 4 57 inches The day’s record high was 107 in 1951 and the record low 56 in 1985.

North Texas Heat Wave With Highs Near 105

Forecast calls for mostly sunny skies and scorching heat across North Texas with highs from mid 90s to 105 and heat indices reaching 105 to 115. South winds 10 to 20 mph. little precipitation expected. coastal areas near 90.

Naional Weather Service Mi International NWS North Texas Rees

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