Oscar nostalgia and 1972 Chaplin moment headline Oscars
A retrospective look at Oscar history highlighting Chaplin’s 1972 honorary win after a U S exile and memorable moments from Elizabeth Taylor Joan Crawford John Wayne and other icons. It weighs the truth of fervent favorites Peter Fonda Burt Reynolds and Lauren Bacall against the fickle nature of award outcomes.
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Charlie Chaplin
United States
Kirk Douglas
Elizabeth Taylor
Butterfield
Taylor
Oscar
Joan Crawford
Crawford
Mildred Pierce
John Wayne
Duke
Stuart
Burt Reynolds
Peter Fonda
Jack Nicholson
Robert Duvall
Kennedy
Massachusetts
Fonda
L.A
Lauren Bacall
the Mirror
Juliette Binoche
Remains of child found inside concrete blocks
LA HABRA Calif AP mutilated body parts of 12 year old Juan Delgado found entombed in concrete blocks oozing blood as police arrest seven suspects for murder. Autopsy cites asphyxiation. Evidence recovered from tool shed includes cement bags plastic bags cutting instruments and blood. Clothing found in alley near shed. Witness saw blood oozing from concrete chunk.
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LA Habra
Calif
Juan Delgado
John Rees
Juan
Rees
Spike Lee finally earns Oscar nod for 4 Little Girls
Spike Lee receives a documentary directing Oscar nomination for 4 Little Girls about the 1963 Birmingham church bombing. He notes the Academy’s distinct taste, remains focused on work, and currently works on He Got Game with Denzel Washington amid speculation about prestige.
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New York
Spike Lee
Lee
Birmingham
Ala
Academy
Daily News
Denzel Washington
Meteorite lands in West Texas town drawing crowds
A small meteorite struck near Monahans after a bright boom heard across West Texas including Crane Midland and Odessa. Residents like Raymond Garcia and Corina Hernandez reported hearing and seeing the event. officials from the Monahans Police Department secured the rock awaiting city decisions. University astronomer Jane Rigby noted finders own meteorites and value depends on size and type.
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Texas
Crane
Midland
Odessa
Raymond Garcia
Javier
Mario Juarez
Juarez
Monahans Police Department
MPD
Jane Rigby
McDonald Observatory
Mike Davis
West Odessa
NASA
Siberian fall: massive meteorite lights sky and scorches area
A meteorite the size of a small car exploded over remote Siberia, heard and seen for miles, with a 50 mile concussion and a 20 mile scorched zone. Scientists debate origin as experts weigh craterless impact and extreme heat. Jane Rigby from Penn State noted a bright flash received at McDonald Observatory nearby.
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Siberia
Jane Rigby
Penn State
McDonald Observatory
Fort Davis Mountains
Rigby
Lewis
Mars
Earth
UAW approves six year Caterpillar contract in split vote
UAW members approve a six year deal with Caterpillar ending a six year dispute. About 54 percent vote yes with Local 974 backing 55 45 and Decatur Local 751 opposing 30 70. The pact covers about 13000 Caterpillar workers mainly in Aurora Decatur East Peoria and Pontiac with smaller crews elsewhere. Wayne Zimmerman says the company fared better than sought and warns of future challenges when the contract expires in 2004.
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Peoria, Ill
United Auto Workers Union
Caterpillar Inc
UAW
East Peoria
Decatur
Steven Yokich
Aurora
Pontiac
Curious Musings and Quirky Trivia from L M Boyd
A collage of playful observations on middle names smoking habits and cereal markets contrasts with quirky historical notes on Perrault Claudius and fairy tales. The piece ends by offering contact details for L M Boyd and his website.
Odessa American Postal Notice
Odessa American prints its daily publication address and mailing details. The notice lists the newsroom at 222 E 4th Street Odessa Texas and the post office procedures including change of address to PO Box 2952 Odessa Texas 79760-2952.
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Odessa American
E. 4Th Street
Odessa
Odessa American Reader Guide Information and Policy
Readers guide contact numbers and emails listed for ads and customer service hours. The publication notes liability limitations and guidance on omissions or failure to publish ads. Hours are given for Monday through Sunday with varying opening times.
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Odessa
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