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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 20, 1996

Page

8

Two Odessa posts filled at Southwest Guaranty Office

Toby G. Tripp is named senior vice president and manager West Texas for Southwest Guaranty’s Odessa operation at 4001 E 42nd St. Dean Combs elected vice president. Tripp notes the firm provides experienced staff and wealth management services as an independent trust institution chartered by Texas in 1953.

Toby G. Tripp Bank One Odessa West Texas South West Guaranty 42Nd St Dean Combs Independent Trust Institution State of Texas Tripp First State Bank

BLOTTER: Local police log shows family abuse and burglaries

An 11 year old girl reported a knife incident on West Fifth Street at 11 40 p m. A 33 year old woman says her 6 year old son was abused by a known person. An 18 year old Odessa man was jailed for burglary of a habitation with bonds of 25000 dollars for Jeremy Castillo and for another man named Steven Herrera 12857 Doris Drive. A 40 year old man was held on a victim theft charge. Alan Lee Jackson was released to an adult probation officer. Odessa Crime Stoppers seeks a hijacker who stole two auto parts trucks in the Spur Avenue area. A white male around 40, 5 9, 180 pounds, wearing blue work clothes, is linked to the incidents. Reward offered for tips.

West Fifth Street Lindberg Street Odessa Ector Steven Herrera Doris Drive Larry Rodriguez Sharon Ave Alan Lee Jackson Holida Adu Snyder Ector County Kenneth Dean Breedlove Checker Auto Spur Avenue Landers Hillmont Road Golder Avenue

Man Arrested for Mail Theft and Fraud in Odessa

Odessa Police arrest 26 year old Midland man Kevin Kyle Hawk on forgery and theft by check in connection with mail box thefts. Held in Ector County Detention Center on 4750 bond after allegedly trying to pass a forged check at Albertsons at 1350 E Eighth St. A USPS agent in the store identified him. he fled but was arrested two blocks away. Hawk is suspected in other thefts in Odessa and Midland.

Odessa Midland Kevin Kyle Hawk Ector County Hawk Albertson Eighth St U.S. Postal Services Cpl Bob Hammerman

Theft report on backhoe and trailer at Permian Tractor

Police report a backhoe and trailer valued at 58 000 stolen from Permian Tractor Sales at 12 10 a.m. Wednesday near 210 East 67th. Sherrit's Office records Caen Lindley with an amount listed 9 985 on February 13 in the 8700 block of Highway 385.

Timothy Pearson Sherrit Caen Lindley

Surge lightning risks and home wiring precautions

Experts warn that even indirect lightning can damage devices via static discharges. Surge suppressors are costly and not foolproof, so unplug during storms, including the coaxial cable. Holley advises pulling every plug, even the refrigerator, and hoping for no direct hit.

Holley

Christian Coalition leader promotes faith tied fundraiser in San Antonio

In San Antonio, clergy support a fundraiser led by Christian Coalition executive director Ral Reed, set to coincide with the Texas Republican Party convention. Spokeswoman Monica Hildebrandt notes growth to 1.7 million members, while the Texas Faith Network aims to defend religious liberty, aid the poor, and host policy forums without endorsing candidates. Church leaders from St. John Berchmans and Second Baptist call for varied views within faith communities and reject political uniformity.

San Antonio Christian Coalition Ral Reed Pat Robertson Monica Hildebrandt Texas Faith Network Phelps Edward Bernal St. John Berchmans’ Catholic Jesus Charles Johnson Second Baptist Church Lubbock

Sophomore Tyler Eyes Outstanding Performer Award

Tyler, a first chair horn player, expresses uncertainty about her degree but says music will play a key role and hopes the Outstanding Performer award boosts college applications. She says she enjoys making music and finds it satisfying and enjoyable.

Tyler Ee Tyler

Jury system debate taints civil trials with expert bias

In interviews Bowden and Gibson argued jurors may lack technical expertise and bias would remain even with expert jurors. Gibson mocked experts while Judge Connally defended the American jury system, noting its long history and imperfections, and urged jurors to trust the constitutional right to a trial by jury.

Gibson Bowden Connally

Parvo risks and prevention at shelter dogs

Veterinarians warn Parvo can persist in the environment for a year and infection spreads even after recovery. Puppies and certain breeds like Rottweilers and Doberman pinschers are most vulnerable, with a 50 percent survival rate and myocarditis as a possible fatal outcome. Bleach solution is recommended for disinfection to curb spread.

Clark

South Texas deputy to join Olympic security team

Victoria County deputy Abel Arriazola will travel to Atlanta with a 2,400-strong multinational security contingent for the Games. He and Deputy Scott Town were recruited from about 9,000 applicants, each receiving a commemorative badge and uniform. Arriazola departs July 3, trains two weeks, opens July 19, returns August 5, paid for the month.

Victoria Atlanta Abel Arriazola Victoria County Armazola Scott Town Ratcliff Alex Keeney

Harlingen Girl Wins Selena Child Role Welcome

10 year old Becky Lee Meza arrives home to a hero's welcome after securing a part in the Selena movie. She waved from the Harlingen airport as friends and family cheered, having been chosen from thousands in a nationwide casting. Becky will portray Selena as a child in the film set to begin shooting later in the summer in South Texas.

Harlingen Becky Lee Meza Selena Becky California

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Trust The Ector County Appraisal District Hera Odessa Foundation Ector County Abstract and Title Company United Way of Odessa Planning and Zoning Commission Combs Odessa Lions Club Permian Basin Food Bank Texas Society of Cpas and American Institute of Cpas Midland Business and Estate Council Toby Tripp Texas Department of Public Safety Anthony Q. Starling Walnut Ave Jerry Dean Green Huntin Ave Ohnson Mata Delma Garcia Mark Sterkel Joe Connally Dear Abby America South Texas Jerry Cogan Mike Ratcliff United States Cogan Australia Ing Combes Jennifer 7 South Texas J.B. Cavender Judy Cameron Fatrieatus Persie Cray N. Loop W. Midland Odessa & Midland Morgan 9 Spa Poal
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