Longview News-Journal from Longview, Texas • Page 2

Community 2-A Saturday, September 21, 199f Tyler federal jury indicts Houston man in drug case --'SI SI i mm ii li I Hpww mtmm i tL am a. ment of a freight billing. They include Deborah Ann Davis, 25; Delores Loeckle Davis, 49, and Robert Lee Officials reported the government contracted with Windsong Transportation Inc. for delivery of property. Officials said billings were submitted which indicated the property had been delivered, when in fact it had been abandoned.

By Jerry Graham Staff Writer TYLER A Houston man stopped by Trooper Barry Washington in Panola County has been indicted by a federal grand jury on possession of a firearm during drug trafficking. The federal grand jury in Tyler returned the indictment against Samuel Orgeron HI, 23, for possessing a revolver while traveling with nine ounces of cocaine. Washington reported he stopped a driver for speeding. He talked to the driver and a passenger separately, and when they gave differing versions of where they were going, he asked permission to search the car, he reported. In another case, three residents of Route 1, Henderson were indicted on charges of arson in connection with the May, 1987, burning of a church.

The defendants are James Fis-deral Harmon, 25, Ollie Harmon and Bridgett Rocell Harmon, 25. Sara Laday Simien, 39, of Dallas, was indicted on charges of possessing cocaine and possessing a gun while trafficking in drugs. She was arrested Feb. 12 on VS. 59 by Atlanta Police Officer Jimmy Townsend.

Townsend reported he stopped her for speeding, she gave permission to search her vehicle, and he found crack cocaine and a revolver. Three residents of Ben Wheeler were indicted on charges of making false claims to the VS. Department of Defense for pay Three defendants were indict ed on methamphetamine charges following the Aug. 27 seizure of a drug laboratory and machine guns in Van Zandt County. They include Thomas Clyde McQuagge 41; Karl Briceland ii McCurdy, also known as Ronald Eugene Bridges, 40; and Don Overton Mallery, 31, of Sulphur Springs.

KETK-TV drops Longview anchor, maintains bureau Wr' 'fa in from Jacksonville to a building on Tyler's Loop 323. That move is expected be made before the end of the year, Lenertz said Friday. He said that after KETK's move to Tyler, "We will still maintain news bureaus in Jacksonville, Tyler and Longview. And we'll work with our sister station, active news bureau here in Long-view," said Lenertz, previously KETK's Longview bureau assignments editor and reporter. "We'll have a sales department, two photographers and two reporters oh staff here.

"Although there will be no LOngview anchor, we will continue to show an active presence with live reporting out of Long-view, Kilgore and- Marshall," he said. The station's Jocal. jrartau is housed in studio) located in the Longview News-Journal building. EarUer this yew; KETK officials announced that the station would relocate its main studios By Van Craddock Entertainment Editor Beginning Monday, local newscasts on Jacksonville-based KETK, channel 56, no longer will feature a Longview anchor, a station official said Friday. Friday's 6 and 10 p.m.

newscasts were the final ones to feature a local anchor, said Bob Lenertz, who has been named, KETK's Longview bureau chief. Stefany Strong, who was hired in July to anchor the Longview portion of the station's newscasts, left KETK earlier this month and Lenertz has been filling in as news anchor. "We will still maintain an KLSB in Nacogdoches." KLSB, channel 19, went on the Day of Dedications About 100 people tour the new Howard C. Bennett Student Center at East Texas Baptist University after its dedication and ribbon cutting Friday. The university also dedicated the Clifford Nelson Murphy Science Building, the Rogers Spiritual Life Center and phase III of the central walkway during the school's "Day of air Sept.

1 and serves deep East Texas. Like KETK, channel 10 is ah NBC affiliate. Both stations are owned by Lone Star Broadcasting Inc. EAST TEXAS Eight jurors seated in Kelly murder trial Eight jurors had seated at the close of the second week of jury selection in the capital murder trial of Alvin Andrew Kelly, 39. Six more people must be chosen for the 12 jurors and two alternates who will hear the case against Kelly, who is accused in the April 30, 1984, murder of three members of the Jerry Morgan family of Spring Hill.

The state is seeking the death penalty for Kelly and co-defendant Ronnie Lee Wilson, 33, who will be tried separately. Merchant Marine vets set Oct. 4 meeting LONE OAK Merchant Marine Veterans of World War will meet Oct. 4 in Dallas. "This will be a social-get acquainted gathering," spokesman Ralph Taylor said.

"There are many stories to tell, memories and experiences to share, friendships to renew or form. Most of our history is unknown outside of our immediate families. This get-together is an opportunity to share these things with each other," he said. Veterans may bring pictures, scrapbooks, medals, awards, souvenirs and other items. They also can receive information on present activities of Merchant Marine veterans.

For information, write Ralph Taylor, 426 Littlefield Lone Oak 75453 or phone 903447-3180. Ag extension service sets cattle conferences OVERTON Two beef cattle conferences sponsored by the Texas Agricultural Extension Service are scheduled for October. The first, the "Deep East Texas Cow-Calf Clinic" will be Oct. 17 in Nacogdoches and the second, "Cow-Country Congress" will be Oct. 18 in Huntsville.

Topics include buffalo gnat infestation in East Texas, evaluation of feeder calves, cattle to fit the industry, developing mama cows, injection site problems and forage management. For more information, call any county agent in Extension District 9. UT-Tyler planning computer courses TYLER Business plans, investment decisions, budget preparation and popular software programs are topics in a series of non-credit computer courses planned this fall by the University of Texas at Tyler Office of Continuing Education. Participants may register for one or more of the following sessions. Lotus 1-2-3 Fundamentals, 8-9 p.m.

Thursdays, Sept 26- Oct. 24. Cost $99. Computers and Home Budgets, 9 a.m.-noon Fridays, Sapt. 27- Oct.

5. Cost $99. WordPerfect Fundamentals, 6-9 p.m. Mondays, Sept. 30-Oct.

2t. Cost (99. Introduction to Microcomputers, 6-9 p.m. Wednesdays, Oct. 2-30.

Cost $89 Programming In BASIC, am to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays, Oct. 12 and Oct. 19. Cost $99.

Business Plans On Computers, 6 am to 4:30 p.m. Fridays, Nov. 1 and Nov. 8. Cost $99.

Advanced WordPerfect, 6-9 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 12-Dec 10. Cost $99. Investing and Computers, I a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

on two Saturdays, Nov. 16 and Nov. 23. Cost $99. Advanced Lotus 1-2-3, 6-9 p.m.

Mondays, Nov. 16-Dec. 16. Cost $99. To register or for more Information, call the UT Tyler Office of Continuing Education St 903-566-7362.

Kilgore College hosting pianist Jose Cocarelli KILGORE Jose Carlos Cocarelli, silver medal winner In the Eighth Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, performs 3 p.m. Sunday at Kilgore College's Dodson Auditorium. The concert will open the college's 1991-92 East Texas Enrichment Series. Tickets, which will be available at Dodson Auditorium Sunday afternoon, are $5 (or $3 for senior citizens). All seats are reserved.

Cocarelli's Kilgore concert will feature selections from Scarlatti, Beethoven, Schumann, Debussy and Liszt. JA board members: honored for service Both Giles and Mack have been involved with the East Texas since it begun in East Texas in 1980. They have both served in many capacities inciuaing rxwra chair man. Receiving the local Superior Ser vice Award was Jack Mann Jr. of the Made Rite Company for.

Jhis many hours of service in' he classroom, board duties and fund raising, Payton said. Several Junior. Achievement board of directors members have been recognized for their outstanding service to Junior Achievement of Texas, JA spokesman Jan Payton said. Jim Giles, president of Selig, received a Silver Leadership Award from Junior Achievement, Inc. national headquarters.

Giles was recognized for his volunteer contributions to Junior Achievement of East Texas and to the organizations' regional and national efforts. Only 70 Silver Awards are given nationally among the 100,000 Junior Achievement volunteers this year, Payton said. Each of more than 225 local JA affiliates is allowed one nomination; selections are made by a national review committee. Dr. Kelly Mack received a Bronze Leadership Award recognizing his contribution as 199091 board chairman of Junior Achievement of East Texas.

Arco Oil and Gas Company re ceived the local Outstanding Con tributor Award for its financial and it 1 if V- TODAY IN HISTORY By The Associated Press Today is Saturday, Sept. 21, the 264th day of 1991. There are 101 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On Sept. 21, 1938, a devastating hurricane with winds clocked at more than 180 mph struck parts of New York and New England with little warning, causing widespread damage and claiming more than 600 lives.

On this date: In 1792, the French National Convention voted to abolish the monarchy. In 1866, English novelist H.G. Wells was born in Bromley, Kent. In 1897, the New York Sun ran its famous "Yes) Virginia, there is a Santa Claus" editorial that answered 8-year-old Virginia O'Han-lon's letter about Santa's existence. In 1931, Britain went off the gold standard.

In 1937, "The Hobbit," by J.R.R. Tolkien, was first published. In 1948, Milton Berle made his debut as permanent host of "The Texaco Star Theater" on NBC television. In 1949, the People's Republic of China was proclaimed by its Communist leaders. In 1957, the television series "Perry Mason," starring Raymond Burr, made its debut on CBS.

In 1964, Malta gained, its independence from Britain. In 1970, "NFL Monday Night Football" made its debut on ABC TV, as the Cleveland Browns defeated the visiting New York Jets, 31-21. In 1973,. the VS. Senate confirmed Henry Kissinger to be Secretary of State.

volunteer support of Junior Achievement of East Texas. Junior Achievement of East Tex as reached more than 2,000 fifth through 12th grade students ast year with educational information and experiences about business; and economics, Payton said. In addition, more than 100 local business people volunteered their time to be a art oi weeiuy classroom acnviues. i (USPS 319-000) Uhho Camdtnttaff photograph Prize winner Mechelle Nelson, a member of Mrs. Blacklock's kindergarten class, carries away a teddy bear after the class won the prize during Teddy Bear Day at J.L.

Everhart Elementary Friday afternoon. The celebration, which is in honor of the school's teddy bear mascot, was a chance for the children to bring their stuffed animals and parade around. Vol. 60 No. 264 Business Retail ad billing 237-7704.

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The pharmacy is at 118 Davis St. on the downtown square's west side. Police 'believe the burglar broke safety glass in the front door by striking it with a brick and kicking it in, McAllister said. Police's recovery of the guns led to an arrest at a North Cypress St residence about 3 or 4 a.m. Friday, said McAllister.

Justice of the Peace W.V. Ray set bond on Ward. Pharmacy owner Bob Bates, who said this was the second front-door burglary of his store in three years, added, "I'm glad we had some good police work between the city and county and that they got some results quick." Switchboardall other calls 757-331 1 CORRECTIONS CLARIFICATIONS CORRECTIONS POLICY: It Is the policy of the Longvlew'Newe-Journal to promptly correct errors. lease direct requests for corrections and clarifications to Managing Editor Keith Taylor at 237-7740. Thank you.

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