Gemayel Assumes Office Amid Beirut Peace Push
Amin Gemayel sworn in as Lebanon's president with broad Moslem backing while U S French and Italian forces rush back to Beirut to stabilize after the massacre of Palestinian refugees. A blast at a dump storing PLO rockets injures dozens, as French paratroopers and other troops move in to protect civilians.
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Rail workers return to duties amid strike measures
Odessa area engineers from 8 p.m. Wednesday resumed work after a nationwide railroad strike. About 150 members of three unions also returned in the Big Spring district. Officials warn trains may delay through Odessa tonight. President Reagan defends emergency legislation while stressing job preservation and economic recovery.
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Jews call for inquiry into Beirut refugee killings
Four American Jewish groups and former Vice President Mondale urged an investigation into the west Beirut massacre of refugees on Wednesday as Prime Minister Begin’s government defeated an opposition motion for a formal probe. The American Jewish Congress and American Jewish Committee issued a joint statement urging scrutiny to affirm a democratic Israel’s commitment to full accountability. Rabbi Roland B. Gittelsohn led the comments.
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Lebanon to mourn as Gemayel takes office in Lebanon
Amin Gemayel begins presidency with a day of mourning for Sabra and Chatila victims signaling restraint toward Palestinians. The piece notes Lebanon's delicate sectarian balance, ongoing regional tensions, and calls for independent investigations into the massacre. It highlights differing casualty estimates and regional reactions from Zionist groups and international bodies.
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Palestine Liberation Organization
Pleasant fall weather drifts across Texas this week
A cool fair night follows with upper 50s lows and 5 to 10 mph SE winds. Friday warms to upper 80s with northeast breezes 5 to 10 mph. Forecasters note pleasant fall conditions across the state with clear to partly cloudy skies and mild temperatures. Readings mainly in the 80s, some 90s in southwest Texas. Overnight lows mainly 50s and 60s, far South Texas mid 70s. National Weather Service Midland reports 82 high, 55 overnight, no precipitation. Sept rainfall 1.43 inches, YTD 11.62 inches. Yearly record highs/lows noted as 100 in 1977 and 47 in 1975. Extended West Texas outlook cooler south Saturday with continued fair, warm days and cool nights through Monday.
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Roof Doors Fight Fire Rules And Patient Safety
A lawsuit against the hospital alleges missing roof alarms and improper doorLocking and supervision contributed to the death of Louise Triplett. Odessa Fire official cites life safety rules while hospital officials defend policy and a defective lock. The case centers on whether roof access and surveillance met fire regulations and patient safety standards.
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Unclear OCR shows newspaper billing and mailing details
Fragment shows Odessa American mailing rates and post office registration text. Mentions home delivery charges and various prices. No identifiable events or people.
Police officer talks down self-harming man on hospital roof
Mara threatened to jump from a hospital roof as officers urged him to come down. Officer Jackson faced fear and tension while comforting Mara with dialogue. The two men eventually descended 11:20 a.m. and Mara was turned over to family and a doctor. Jackson called it a life-saving moment that renewed his sense of purpose.
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