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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1978

Page

2

Powell faces sentencing in fatal 1970s Texas murder case

Ted eyed David Lee Powell testified at the punishment phase in Austin that he did not want his lawyers to seek life defense. The 27 year old was convicted of capital murder for the May 18 shooting of Patrolman Ralph Ablanedo after a traffic stop. Jurors must decide between life imprisonment or death, with a finding of unprovoked, deliberate murder and ongoing danger prompting the death penalty. Powell questioned his lawyers on strategy, claiming his family’s money could have funded a better defense.

Austin, Texas David Lee Powell Powell Ralph Ablanedo Edith Roberts Percy Foreman Ms. Roberts David Frida Milone Dallas Ablanedo Carol Vance Texas Dick DeGuerin Mike Ramsey Joe Kegans

Odessa American Classified Rates Notice

The Odessa American lists subscription rates for home delivery in Odessa and Ector County by carrier or mail. Rates include $55.00 per year, $28.00 for six months, and $14.50 for three months, with Sunday, Saturday, and single copy options noted.

Odessa Ector County

Death penalty rising in Houston murders

In Houston, juries handed down the death penalty in four cases within a week and two more in nine months, including teens and a woman. Cases spanned store robbery slayings to the ice cream parlor operator’s death and a young girl’s rape and fatal beating.

Houston Harris County

LULAC director backs Krueger in Texas Senate race

LALAC state director Ruben Bonilla endorsed Democrat Bob Krueger for the U S Senate seat held by John Tower. Bonilla predicted Krueger would win 80 to 85 percent of the Mexican American vote, adding he is speaking personally, not for the nonprofit group. Tower’s record on aid for seniors, the disadvantaged, and the middle class drew Bonilla’s critique.

Houston AP League of United Latin American Citizens Bob Krueger U.S. Senate John Tower Krueger Tower LALAC Ruben Bonilla

Horoscope Forecast By Jeane Dixon For Aries To Pisces

Health remains solid and money improves with expert advice. Aries may seek escape while Taurus finds romance with partners. Gemini benefits from reading and lifestyle changes. Cancer isolates for tasks and builds energy. Leo reflects and plans finances. Virgo enjoys social evenings with romance. Libra grounds projects with roommates. Scorpio starts strong with rewards. Sagittarius relies on own resources at work. Capricorn warns against charm. Aquarius improves communication and resists home changes. Pisces slows for reflection and gains from patience.

Mate Aries Taurus Gemini Leo VIRGO

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