Soviet Blast at NATO Over Chemical Weapons Approval
Soviet defense official Marshal Sergei Akhromeyev condemned NATO approval of U S plans to resume chemical weapons production calling it a heavy blow to arms control. He argued the United States does not need new weapons given thousands of tons already stored in West Germany. Caspar Weinberger defended the move citing Soviet stockpiles.
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Odessa whistleblower suit verdict over retaliation ruling
City of Odessa faced a Texas Whistleblower Act case brought by Minor and Municipal Court administrator Minor against City Manager John Harrison and Fiscal Services Director Frank Muser. A 12 of 14 special issues found in Minor’s favor with a damages award. Juror Nickey Jackson noted unanimous effort on questions though some wording caused four hours of discussion. The action named the city, ex mayor Bob Bryant and council members Vern Foreman Melissa Hirsch Sherman Cox Thomas Perkins and Dick Sivalls as defendants.
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City court case yields exemplary damages for fired administrator
Jurors found the city acted with malice in firing Minor from Municipal Court administrator post. They awarded $55,000 in exemplary damages and $12,000 in legal fees, with no mental anguish or lost earnings awards. A 1:30 p.m. Thursday meeting with counsel will determine final decisions.
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Seaton’s ex-boyfriend charged in slaying case
Seaton’s former boyfriend faced charging in the fatal shooting intertwined with Seaton’s murder. In the same home, Seaton’s father Willie Davis was also found slain, escalating the family tragedy and prompting a broader investigation.
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Photographs reveal faces of hostages in Lebanon
Four Antenne 2 reporters held since March 8 in West Beirut have sent letters and color photos showing they are well. The TV station said the messages were given to families and that only one dated May 14.
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Weekend event planners eye crowded Dallas Fort Worth turnout
A weekend spokeswoman said Dallas and Fort Worth residents may pack the streets with three jeeps while thinner Panhandle areas show gaps. In Washington, President Reagan shifted plans to attend a Sunday White House link. Texas events are set to entertain participants.
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Memorial Day events, hot air balloons launch across Texas
A flotilla of canoes on Lake Ray Hubbard and three gunfights in the Dallas Fort Worth area headline a busy Memorial Day weekend. In Alpine, 22 hot air balloons take off for three mornings beginning today with landings planned at Kokernot Park. DPS spokesman Mike Cox notes steps to deter DUI and speeding as several traditional Memorial Day events are planned statewide.
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Reeves County funds Toyah and Balmorhea ambulances amid outages
Reeves County commissioners allocate 2000 annually to Toyah volunteer ambulance service while Balmorhea ambulance remains grounded due to liability insurance issues. The two services have been sidelined for months, forcing Pecos Ambulance Service to handle extra calls and delaying interstate medical transports.
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Patchy clouds give way to sun with 80s forecast statewide
A weather summary from Midland Regional Airport notes a morning cloud cover that should clear to partly cloudy skies by noon with a high in the low 80s and southeast winds 5 to 15 mph. Tonight and Sunday bring partly cloudy skies and a small chance of rain, with temperatures in the 80s. The report records front dynamics from the Red River to the Permian Basin and lists regional temperatures, wind patterns, and a broad extended forecast for West Texas.
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Odessa American postal and subscription notice
Publication details for The Odessa American including frequency daily and Sunday, second class matter status, and mail subscription options. Provides address for change of address and post office filing information with pricing notes and local postal compliance statements.
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