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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 21, 2004
Page
2
The House passed a $422 billion defense bill 391-34 after a 259-162 vote to delay BRAC base closures to next year. The White House warned a veto against any bill that weakens delays or repeals base authority. The measure keeps Pentagon control on base closures and limits contracting out certain Pentagon jobs.
From 1A Bush will spell out details of the Iraqi handover in a series of speeches beginning Monday at the Army War College in Carlisle Barracks Pennsylvania. Powell said Brahimi is close to naming the Iraqis who will serve in the new government and bring the slate to the Security Council and UN Secretary General for review. White House aide McClellan framed the candidates as the caretakers of an interim government until elections in January. Bush defended his strategy amid Democratic criticism and urged readiness for possible more violence and additional troops after June 30 as the UN coordinates the election process for December or January.
Center for Energy and Economic Diversification notes King Mountain Wind Farm in Upton County as the state’s largest while Pecos and Culberson Counties host multiple wind projects. In 1995 Texas launched its first commercial wind project in the Delaware Mountains, and 2001 saw a $1 billion burst of activity before transmission limits and tax credits throttled expansion. Public Citizen and Texas officials expect renewed federal wind tax credits to revive development, with experts noting one 50 MW farm can bring 75 construction jobs and significant property-tax gains for local governments.
Odessa and Midland saw unemployment dips as regional labor data show easing jobless rates. Midland at 3.5 percent and Odessa at 5.6 percent reflect improving conditions, with statewide non farm jobs up for the seventh straight month and a 17 000 gain after seasonal adjustment. Local board centers see increased activity as employers seek workers.
A performer explains saying yes to roles in Broadway musical Nine and Shrek 2, highlighting how his distinctive voice defined his performances. He mentions crafting hair style ideas as part of his stage persona. The piece notes Mike Myers as a voice actor in Shrek 2.
Canadian country singer Terri Clark will become the Grand Ole Opry’s newest member. She received a surprise invitation during an Opry performance and is set to be inducted on June 12. Clark expressed astonishment at joining the esteemed group.
President outlines transition plan for Iraq to self rule while defending economic recovery. Nancy Pelosi criticizes leadership as lacking knowledge and judgment. Senate Republicans question policy and tax cut enthusiasm while war costs mount amid trepidation. Senator Santorum notes a rough period and asserts a defined policy.
Nine hundred page manuscript of My Life handed in. book tour in planning. Rumors swirl about the pop up book. Alexandra Kerry photographed nude in sheer dress. Randy Johnson pitched a perfect game versus Atlanta. Bush headlines a Washington fundraiser with Don King amid plunging poll numbers. House Republicans clash with Senate plans for Iraqi abuse hearings. The Washington Post runs Boondocks strips about Condi Rice. Gas price survey shows top $2 per gallon. Lakers seek Armstrong help for Kobe. Greenspan nominated to fifth Fed term. Australia U S deal covers manufactured goods. IOC names New York a 2012 Olympics finalist.
A cluttered OCR block lists Odessa American contact details including address, postmaster, publisher, editor, and various phone numbers for departments such as News Sports Bridals and Editorial. It includes subscription rates and hours with scattered misspellings and OCR errors.
Texas Lottery draws report Cash Five numbers 1 5 ll 33 for Thursday May 20 and Pick 3 numbers 8 29 for day and night draws.
The New Mexico Lottery draws reveal Powerball numbers 14 15 31 37 41 with Power Play 3. Road Runner Cash shows numbers 5 8 18 19 28 33 25 for a Wednesday May 19 drawing.
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