Woman Rescued Nine Days After Bam Earthquake
A woman in her 90s was pulled from rubble nine days after the Bam Iran quake that razed the city. Rescue teams recovered others and ongoing efforts continued. Page 11A coverage notes timing and relief response.
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Ban rolls shippers
The mad cow scare prompted many nations to ban American beef, with widespread effects on export markets and trade. The article notes the economic impact is not yet measured, and references continuation on Page 8A.
Explosion damages Bradley's Drug Store in 1954
Fifty years ago today in 1954 Bradley's Drug Store on 6th Street North cleaned up after an explosion linked to an air conditioner compressor. No injuries were reported and damages were estimated at $10,000.
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Obituaries Santos Vasquez Miguel Enriquez Driggs
Obituary notices list Santos, Charlie, Vasquez. Miguel Antonio Enriquez. Pending. Maxine D. Driggs. See Page 7A for full obituaries and details about these individuals.
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Inside 4B Stocks Vol 92 No 4
Local stock listing brief for Galveston County mainland readers. Stocks shown for 4B segment with field notes and potential price quotes. Publication date not provided.
Valero Named One of Fortunes 100 Best Companies to Work For
Valero Energy Corp remains the only energy firm on Fortunes 100 Best Companies to Work for in America. Valero ranks 32nd, marking its fourth appearance and highest ranking to date. CEO Bill Greehey credits efforts to strengthen the company and improve employee satisfaction, noting the list includes Starbucks, American Express, and IBM among others.
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City recycles Christmas trees at biosphere center
Texas City residents bring holiday evergreens to the Biosphere Recycle Center to be ground into free pine mulch for lawns and gardens. The center also accepts paper, plastics, metal and glass, and scrap tires with up to five per visit. Traffic can be heavy as residents drop off trees and other items, with hours until 4 p.m. and a potential Sunday rush.
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Texas City woman wins $8.8 million Cash Value Lotto prize
A Texas City resident claimed an $8.8 million Cash Value lottery prize from the November 8 drawing. The ticket, sold at T & T Food Mart in Texas City, earned the store a $145,000 bonus. The winner opted for the cash value, and the other share went to a Houston resident.
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Flight FSH604 Crash Kills 148 French Tourists
A charter jet carrying 148 French tourists crashed into the Red Sea near Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt, killing everyone aboard. Officials cite mechanical failure and rule out terrorism. Relatives in France and Egypt seek news as rescue boats scour the waters for remains.
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