Hobby Says 4 Year Bill Chances Slim
Lt. Gov. Bill Hobby said the four year status bill for the University of Texas of the Permian Basin has slim chances this session. He spoke in Odessa at the Jaycees banquet and noted Senate interest, with a Coordinating Board role and open meetings reform on the agenda. He urged trying the upper level concept, citing vocational growth and state reform efforts.
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Money Markets Plan Reopening Conference Concludes Without Agreement
In Paris a 15 nation finance ministers conference chaired by Valery Giscard dEstaing issued a job statement and said no agreement was reached on reopening money markets. Delegates urged deputies to advance steps to balance international payments and respond to economic needs.
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Paris
Valery Giscard Estaing
France
Finance
Missing Dallas Girl Hope Dims For Survival
Dallas AP reports 14 year old Leslie Ward abducted near her home as she walked to school. Police note no ransom demand and no trace of the girl or the suspect, and officials say chances of rescue are diminishing.
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China to free former CIA agent Downey at Hong Kong border
The White House said China will release John Downey, held since 1952, at the Hong Kong border on March 12. Downey’s ill mother in New Britain, Connecticut prompted President Nixon’s request. two other U S pilots, Maj. Philip Smith and Lt. Cmdr. Robert Flynn, will also be freed next Thursday.
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Henry A. Kissinger
North Vietnam
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Talks at Wounded Knee Deadlocked Over Agreement
Indian talks between the government and militant leaders bogged down at Pine Ridge on Friday with officials reporting that some essential procedural matters remain unresolved. Dennis Banks and Russell Means voiced cautious progress yet highlighted remaining disagreements. William Kunstler was reportedly blocked from entering Wounded Knee.
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Giant Dope Ring Broken in Major Narcotics Bust
Federal officials said a half billion dollar international drug ring was dismantled. Two defendants described as airline employees moved about 733 kilos of heroin from South America to Miami and New York since 1998. The drug’s street value neared 527 million dollars and was wholesaled from a Betcein Heights Manhattan tenement linked to a voodoo cult. Roberto Arenas, 37, dubbed high priest, pleaded not guilty and remained held on 750000 bail.
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Brooklyn
Notation Sparks Laughable Family Photo Rejection
The Quipster recalls a childhood moment when his mother sent a picture to Riptey and received a sharp reply I dont believe it. The anecdote captures a playful jab and the enduring humor of a family exchange.
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Tornado Watch Hits Permian Basin Amid Storm Front
Tornado watch issued at 6 45 p m for Midland Odessa Crane Upton Ector and neighboring counties as funnel clouds were spotted near Crane and Rankin. A reported tornado near Crane was unconfirmed by DPS while a motorist saw one south of Midland. Weather service warns of more rain and possible storms with rainfall totals varying across the region.
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Howard
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Eighth
Santa Rosa
Midland Regional Air Terminal
East Texas
Pirecton
Sam Murry
Texas
Fort Davis
Monahans
Penwell
Water scare drives Odessa shoppers and Miami Beach guests
Amid reports of possible water contamination, Odessa residents and visitors stock up on bottled water. Hotels serve warm martinis as officials warn residents to conserve water while investigations continue.
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Miami Beach
More U S Troops Are Withdrawn From Vietnam
Saigon reports troop strength falling to 7 769 after six weeks of the cease-fire. The United States redeployed 15 747 troops, allied withdrawals reach 77 percent, and about 299 American prisoners have been released so far.
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Vietnam
John A. Wickham Jr
Joint Military Commission
United States
South Korea
U.S
Weakened Ethics Bill Clears House on Narrow Vote
The Texas House passed a weakened ethics bill 101 to 21 after lengthy debate, sending it to the Senate. Supporters claimed progress on disclosure while critics called the form insufficient, with Representatives Nugent and Friday among those voicing concerns and amendments.
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Jim Nugent
Chernilie
Nagdengan
Nugent
Bales
Law's Long Arm To Be Shorter
The Justice Department ordered local police agencies to drop most height requirements or lose LEAA grants. General Klein, in announcing the move, says it opens police jobs to shorter Americans, noting the policy targets discrimination based on origin, sex, and race.
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