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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1998
Page
2
Sunday top story explores how much residents pay in property taxes with an in depth package. The feature links tax questions to local effects across Odessa and surrounding Texas towns, illustrating how different rates shape budgets.
Arco Permian plans a 15 percent cut in capital spending and a 5 percent reduction in expenses to stay profitable in a low price environment. About 1 to 2 percent of staff may lose jobs. the unit employs around 400 and positions itself as a low cost producer in the Permian Basin. The company will notify affected workers starting in fall while focusing cuts on headquarters and international oil production and exploration. Bowlin and Nowak note a broader industry trend toward cost reduction and asset sales later this year.
The El Paso Times metro editor questioned if George W. Bush would run for president in 2000, noting a possible half term. Mauro pressed for a full time governor, while Bush kept his options open. Early voting starts Monday for the November 3 election, with Bush leading Mauro by wide margins in polls and fundraising.
U S District Judge Charles Breyer let the Oakland Cannabis Buyers Cooperative remain open until at least Monday amid a Justice Department lawsuit seeking to enforce federal marijuana laws. The club serves about 2,200 members and had faced a closure deadline on Friday. Breyer previously barred distribution during the suit.
London report says Kate Winslet plans to marry director Jim Theapleton next year after meeting on the film Hideous Kinky. The couple, 23 and 24, spoke outside their London home and aim for a summer ceremony with details kept private.
A resident vacated his dwelling to allow renovations and repairs to proceed, with authorities ensuring safety and access for contractors. No injuries reported.
In Schenectady Patti Davis, daughter of Ronald Reagan, delivered a self mocking routine at a community college. She joked about being perceived as whiny and dependent on her parents while reflecting on her life and media image.
Britain's poet laureate Ted Hughes, 68, was invested with the insignia of the Order of Merit by Queen Elizabeth II. The award adds his name to a list that already includes Margaret Thatcher, opera star Joan Sutherland, and actor John Gielgud, recognizing his exceptional distinction.
WTAMU officials caution that no confirmed cases exist among about 1 000 attendees from Amarillo Lubbock and surrounding areas. Health departments plan Mantoux tests and on site testing over two weeks while families receive information letters and testing guidance.
Former Loboes players gathered in Monahans to honor coach Scroggins, whose tough training and superstition shaped many lives. He coached, mentored, and inspired perseverance, with alumni becoming teachers and coaches. Scroggins died in May 1980, leaving a lasting bond among players and families.
President Clinton led an 18 day sprint for the November election arguing Republicans block major reforms from health care to smoking bans. He warned of low turnout and urged voters to show up. Clinton joined Moseley Braun ally efforts in Chicago while protesters gathered outside to rally against impeachment and demand action on education and other priorities.
The notice lists Texas Lottery draw numbers for 3 32 33 36 38 and Lotto Texas 18 26 52 74 with Pick 3 updates. It notes up to date information is available from infoLine by dialing 580-4636 and entering 6600.
A collage recalls curious claims and snippets from various sources including animal behavior, ghost dances, laws about pets, and social quotations. It notes monkeys dipping potatoes in salt water in Japan, a failed Ghost Dance, Reed City laws on cats and birds, and a critique of gendered moves in social science. It ends with a postal box and a personal website reference.
The fragment lists contact details for an Odessa based American service including phone numbers 337-6262 and 800 for out-of-town callers, an email address OA link.freedom.com and a website WW ww.oapa.com, indicating an outreach or information source in the era of classified ads.
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