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16-A THE GALVESTON DAILY NEWS SATURDAY MORNING, NOVEMBER 4, 1989 Galveston County Bill Haisten Praying for the soul of a killer and for justice hen police pin someone with causing the death of Sylvia Salinas, that someone likely will face a capital murder charge. In Texas, the ultimate punishment for capital murder is death by lethal injection. After whispering a final prayer over his sister's grave Friday, Derlis Salinas Jr. said he also is praying for the soul of Sylvia's killer. "If this was a deliberate act, purely an intent to murder and it looks like it was then, yes, I ask for capital punishment, I thank God that myself and my famiiy will not have to serve as judge and jury.

"But if it is proven that this was capital murder, I will pray for the soul of the killer and ask that he be executed." The final moment Sylvia Salinas, age 30, owned and operated Salinas Food Store at 3028 Ave. in Galveston. Tuesday, she spent the lunch hour stocking shelves. She was alone. At about 1:20 p.m., someone entered the store.

At 1:23, Galveston police responded to the store's silent alarm. Officer John Lopez arrived at 1:27. He found Sylvia lying be hind the counter. According to the police report, "the victim was obviously dead no defensive-type wounds are present on the decedent's forearms, wrists or hands. There is one stab above the left breast." A knife measuring "9-10 inches in length" was found near the body.

Except for coins and food stamps, the cash register was empty. By cleaning the register of all bills, the killer unknowingly triggered the alarm. Sylvia never sounded an alarm, nor did she reach for a loaded gun she kept under the counter. Because of that, and because of her relaxed posture at the time of the stabbing she was seated on a stool police reported the following: "Shem ay ha ve kno wn er assailant enough to invite behind the counter as she often allows with people she knows. "It is very possible that she knew her assailant." Goodbye, Sylvia Sylvia Salinas is survived by her parents, Maria Elena Salinas and Derlis Salinas brothers Derlis Jr.

and Ruben; and sister Nora. The family and about 400 friends gathered Friday morning for the funeral mass at Mission Reina De La Paz. Cynthia Marsh, a close friend of the family, read Bible scripture and the Rev. Albert Correon delivered the homily. Later, under a soft-blue sky, Sylvia Salinas was laid to rest at Lakeview Cemetery.

Obviously exhausted and pained, Derlis Jr. lighted a cigarette and drew a deep breath. "We pray for her soul and we pray for the person responsible," Derlis Jr. sighed, "but this was completely senseless. There was no reason for this." Bill Haisten is assistant managing editor and a columnist for The Galveston Daily News.

Judge lifts restraining order in Lowenco case BySULIPSALUQUE The Daily News GALVESTON Restraining orders filed by Lowenco Inc. in an effort to prohibit further spread of information, which they claim has damaged their image and hurt business, were lifted by 10th District Court Judge Ed Harris on Friday. "Everything is resolved. There is no pending restraining order," Harris said. "(Candi) Hagan can do what she wants to do, and so can the rest of them." Harris is referring to everyone involved in the lawsuit filed by the motor oil storing company Oct.

18, which claimed League City and Candi Hagan harassed the company through unjust citations and inspections. Lowenco has been accused of storing hazardous materials and not motor oil as the company claims. The company said all the "false and fraudulent information" divulged in the media has hurt its business. Court records state Lowenco had claimed a lost in excess of $250,000 when it filed the lawsuit. Hagan's attorney, Lawrence Tylka, said the decision means Harris has recognized Hagan's liberty to freedom of speech.

"Lowenco's position was improper by making the injunction, and the court has recognized that," Tylka said. "That is really what was litigated today." "The media could not talk before, and now everything has been lifted with Lowenco and League City," he said. "The citizens of Galveston will now start asking a lot of questions without intimidation of the lawsuit." The vocal audience at the hearing was mainly a group of residents who also are being represented in the case. Jim Galbraith said he represents a group of property owners who live in the vicinity of the company. "They just want to find out what is going on," he said, adding that the decision will not have any great effect on his clients.

"League City can now investigate what might be going on at the site," he said. "They (property owners) suspect that the picture is not as rosy as painted. "My clients are being exposed to odors and chemicals that weren't there before the company came," he said. Galbraith said a report on Lowenco oil samples analyzed by the Texas Air Control Board showed "the presence of significant concentration of organic The report states that at least two of the organic compounds are known carcinogens, and that the samples taken are not representatives of used motor oil. "Now I am more concerned than before," Galbraith said, after reading the report.

A hearing on a temporary injunction has been scheduled for Nov. 15. The remaining issue is whether Hagan can contact Lowenco customers and inquire about the company's affairs. A Lowenco representative could not be reached late Friday. Dickinson HS band wins contest honors Junior League donation Ball High School senior class officers, from left, Sonya Johnson, Nissa Beliveaux, Monty Lair and Len Lacy accept a check for $500 from Susan Broil, president of the Junior League of Calves- Some damage to roofs exempt from inspection Stall photo by Kevin Bartram ton Inc.

The donation will be used toward the rental of the Moody Civic Center for the 1 990 Project Graduation celebration. DICKINSON The Dickinson High School Marching Band received a first division rating from all three judges at the District 17 University Interscholastic League Marching Contest Oct. 28 in Katy. As a result, the band was selected as one of two bands to advance to the regional marching contest. The Gator Band also was one of seven bands in a field of 18 to receive a first division rating in the Marching Bands of America Southwest Regional Contest Oct.

28 at the University of Houston. At that competition, the band received the Class AA Highest Achievement Award in Best Visual Performance one 10 bands out of 18 advancing to finals competition and was chosen the Contest Outstanding Class AA Band. The Gator Band will compete at 11:45 a.m. today at the UIL Regional Marching Contest at the Cypress-Fairbanks Stadium in northwest Houston. At the regional contest, two bands will be chosen to advance to the Class 4A UIL State Marching Contest to be held in Austin Nov.

13. GALVESTON The state board of insurance has ruled that roof damage of 100 square feet or less is exempt from the required state windstorm inspection process, said state Rep. James Hury. Hury, state Rep. Lloyd Criss and state Sen.

Chet Brooks announced that the state board of insurance has assigned a team of coastal inspectors to assist the Galveston field office. In years past, the state board has required formal inspections of all hurricane damage. The coastal inspectors are surveying damages of homes and small businesses to help identify property that falls under the exemption. The inspectors will leave a completed form titled Structural" based on their visual assessment of the property damage. The inspector will file a copy with the Galveston Field Office.

The State Board of Insurance still requires a formal inspection by the Coastal Inspectors for roof damage greater than 100 square feet or other structural or non structural The state board of insurance has waived all inspection fees during the next 120 days or until Feb. 13, 1990, for Hurricane Jerry repairs. The windstorm inspection application forms are available at the City Building Inspector's offices or at the property owner's local insurance agent office, or the State Board of Insurance Field Office at 2201 Market Suite 600, Galveston. The forms must be completed and sent to the State Board of Insurance, 1110 San Jacinto, Austin, 78701, before a formal inspection can be made. An inspection must be completed by the Galveston field office before repairs begin.

Consumers are advised to use the following procedure for prompt assistance on hurricane damages: Contact your insurance agent on damage; and File an application for a windstorm inspection and have the inspection before you commence repairs. A toll-free number will be furnished on application. Any questions on these procedures may be answered by the Galveston Field Office, at (409) 765-9341 or (713) 474-5025. Staff photo by Robert W. Rizzo Pet of the week Michelle is 3-year-old cockapoo contemplating what wonderful foods will be served at the Epicurean Evening on Thursday.

For ticket information or to inquire about Michelle call the Animal Shelter at 762-6477 or go by 11 27 Strand or call The Boys Club or the YMCA. United Way of Galvesion Progress Report Goal $730,000 r- Your United Way Gift Does So Much For So Call 762-HELP United Way of Galveston reaches 60 percent of goal for campaign Marathon planned today at isle's Moody Gardens GALVESTON The United Way of Galveston's 1989 campaign has reached 60.1 percent of its goal. According to Frank Jackson, executive director, the campaign as of Friday afternoon had secured pledges totaling $438,803. The target date for conclusion of the campaign, Jackson said, is Thanksgiving. And he said United Way leaders are optimistic that the campaign's $739,000 goal will be reached by the holiday.

According to Jackson, groups completing campaigns during the past week have included The Galveston Daily News, where employee giving was double that of last year with a record total of Bank of the West with a record $2,307, or just over $100 per employee; Moody National Bank employees with $9,307 or $99 per capita; St. Mary's Hospital employees with $22,000 pledged; Texas University at Galveston with a record and Galveston College where employees for the fifth consecutive year reached their goal with pledges totaling $5,870. A significant number of employee campaigns still are in progress, Jackson said. "Some of those include Todd Shipyards, the Galveston Independent School District, whose campaign coordinator tells us they are at about 55 percent of goal, and city and county employees," Jackson said. "Campaigns soon to begin include NCNB, Bank of Galveston, U.S.

National Bank, and University National Bank as well as our other financial institutions," he said. The University of Texas Medical Branch campaign is currently at 62 percent of its $73,000 goal. Each year since 1986, the Gator Band has advanced to the UIL State Marching Contest. At this contest they have placed fourth, second and first. In 1988, the band; entered the Marching Bands of America Southwest Regionals the first time and placed fourth inline finals competition.

The Gator Band was also named the 1986-87 Texas Class 4A Honor Band. Over the years the band has won "Best in Class" at' Six Flags Over Magic Mountain in Los Angeles, Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington, Six Flags Over Greater America in Chicago, Six Flags Over Georgia in Atlanta, Three Worlds of Fun in Orlando, and Grand Sweepstakes winner at the Southwest Music Festival in Galveston. On Oct. 21 the Gator Band, under the direction of Don Owens, participated in the La Marque Rotary Marching Festival, receiving first division honors in marching. The percussion section was also named the contest's "Outstanding.

Drum Line." Satori School youth project shown today "Myrna Renaud: Portrait of a Dancer" is the first project of Satori School's Artists-in-Residence program. The film will be shown at 7:30 p.m. today at the Wm. C. Levin Hall, UTMB, llth and Market streets in Galveston.

This documentary was directed, filmed and produced by Satori stu- dents, ages 8 to 12, under the supervision of visiting artist and me- dia specialist Kim Crabb. The students followed Renaud through a monthlong project which included community classes for adults and children, personal rehearsals and workouts, performances of her original work, Lace and Tobacco Goddesses, at area schools, and interview sessions. The project culminated with the presentation of a student performance piece. Students were selected for the film crew from written job applications and oral interviews. For many members of the crew, this was their first experience with video equipment and film production.

Despite regular classroom assignments, Little League practice, gymnastics and dance classes, and Alphabetic Phonics therapy, students worked like a professional film crew, said a spokesman. The film premiered in June at the Seventh Annual International Festival for Children's Films in Warsaw, Poland. The American delegation Kim Crabb, student directors Maggie Thompson and Rashida Jolivei, and Satori staff Susan Lynch and Cath Brunner was the first U.S. delegation to participate in the festival's history- Tonight's screening will be simulcast campus-wide on Channel 5. (Salucaton Satin £fcuijs TEXAS' OLDEST NEWSPAPER Subscribe Today Call 744-3611 The 12th annual Texas Marathon for Non-Public Education will be held for the first time in Galveston, 9 a.m.-l p.m.

today at Moody Gardens. Check-in time begins at 8 a.m. at 1 Hope Blvd. Registration fee is 25 cents. The family day for Galveston Catholic School asks each student to obtain a minimum of $25 in sponsors to reach the 1989 goal of $10,000.

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