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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1995
Page
2
In a Sunday top story the divided Ector County Commissioners Court faces mounting tension as several commissioners cite clear reasons for the冲 conflict. The piece surveys political fault lines and forecasted friction ahead of forthcoming votes and policy battles.
Authorities in Athens Wisconsin investigate four violent acts targeting Amish, a pacifist Christian community. Detectives say no serious injuries reported. incidents began May 9 as tensions grow in Marathon County amid Amish land purchases from Pennsylvania. Local residents note social friction and questions about motive.
A San Francisco judge ruled UC San Francisco may publish purloined tobacco industry documents showing decades of knowledge about cancer risks. The Brown & Williamson case centers on papers allegedly stolen by a law firm paralegal. the company may appeal. The material reportedly includes 1960s danger findings and a possible safer cigarette patent later dropped.
Mary Tyler Moore lands a provocative bed scene in Flirting With Disaster after lobbying for a bolder role. Director David O Russell notes Moore avoids a cartoonish portrayal while publicist confirms a racy moment with her husband.
Heavy rains hit the Midwest causing widespread flooding from Oklahoma to Illinois and Missouri. A 13 year old boy died in Tulsa after being swept away. Forecasts predict crests above flood levels with continued rain and extensive sandbagging efforts underway across Peoria and surrounding counties. Federal disaster declarations were sought as damage to roads bridges and sewers tops $10 million. Coast Guard mobilizes up to 300 reserves for flood relief.
The proposal sets a four year permit at 140 dollars with 50 percent discounts for seniors and the indigent. Citizens may apply in September and carry from January 1. Officials estimate about 180000 Texans will seek licenses, about 1 percent of the population. Supporters claim crime will fall and law officers see no rise in incidents. Critics fear more violence and crime, while supporters say it will help self defense and not increase crime.
Community members aid funding for Project Graduation events while organizers seek door and cash prizes. Liz Roberson notes reduced fundraising this year yet emphasizes a safe drug free party to prevent harm. Rexene Corporation Picnic raises 1000 dollars for each Odessa high school with games and food. Donations address details and contact numbers are provided.
Gov. Jim Guy Tucker said he will seek federal court relief against subpoenas to testify before the Whitewater grand jury and for his 1990 lieutenant governor campaign records. Prosecutors have also subpoenaed Tucker’s 1980s cable television holdings and related documents.
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