Clinton Backs Rick Noriega Senate

MEN’S BASKETBALL AFTER THE STORM: EXTREME COLLEGE KICKS OFF SEASON DOCUMENTARY CHRONICLES TRIUMPH OF A HOME MAKEOVER: WITH FRIDAY POST– KATRINA HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM THE $25 BUDGET PRACTICE PAGE 4 EDITION PAGE 6 PAGE 5 ROUNDING UP CAMPUS NEWS SINCE 1900 THE BAYLOR LARIAT WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2008 Faculty Clinton backs Senate Rick Noriega decries Senate run SAT Jade Ortego Clinton said that he and Sen. Staff Writer Clinton were still supporters of Sen. Obama and expressed DALLAS – Bill Clinton intro- certainty about Obama’s win in retakes duced the Texas Democratic November. candidate for U.S. Senate, Rick “America is not like people By Ashley Corinne Killough Noriega, at a rally of about 2000 think it is anymore. It is more Staff Writer at Thomas Jefferson High School tolerant and diverse,” she said. in Dallas Tuesday. When Clinton left office, he Along with reviewing the Several North Texas politi- said, there were 27 million new most recent tenure policy revi- cians, such as Democratic tax jobs annually. sions, Faculty Senate voiced assessor candidate John Ames “At the end of this adminis- concern at its monthly meeting and Dallas Sherriff Lupe Valdez, tration, we’ll be lucky if we have Tuesday over Baylor’s monetary introduced the former president, five million new jobs (each year). incentives for freshmen to retake who then introduced Rick Norie- We can’t afford that in a country the SAT this summer. ga. with this much growth,” he said. In a heated exchange of dia- “I bring you greetings from Clinton said that in the pre- logue, senate members passed my senator and my wife ... Hil- vious week he had gotten two a motion of disapproval of the lary sent me. Hillary is so mad “robo-calls” selling credit cards. $300 bookstore credit offered to at the DNC for not helping Rick “Is no one paying attention?” he incoming freshmen who retest- Noriega, because he could be said. ed. They also suggested that it an excellent senator,” a smiling Clinton talked about the hous- not become a recurring prac- Clinton said, his words drowned ing market and the handling of tice. out by screams. the economic bailout, which he “It’s an issue of academic hon- A n audience member said he blamed on Republicans esty,” said Dr. Georgia Green, Associated Press screamed that she loved him, chair of Faculty Senate. Former president Bill Clinton (left) and Democratic senatorial candidate Rick Noriega wave to the crowd during a rally and he laughed and said, “I hope “We think it’s fine for stu- for Noriega Tuesday in Dallas. so because I love you, too. ” Please see NORIEGA, page3 dents to retake the SAT to enter a higher scholarship bracket. What we disapprove of is giving a financial incentive to be able to say we have a higher average DEBATE SAT score.” Watch party to ‘08 On top of the $300 credit for taking the test, students who TONIGHT scored higher than 50 points received an additional $1,000 9 p.m. ET per year to their financial aid offer professor package. If a student entered a Hofstra higher scholarship bracket with University their new score, they qualified to receive the added funds. input, analysis Hempseatd, N.Y. Green said the senate motion was not unanimous, with about Moderator: five percent of members express- By Molly MacEwan “We’ll turn off the talking Bob Sheiffer, CBS ing approval for the financial Reporter heads on the TV, then Dr. Gard- incentives. ner and I will briefly become Focus: “Those who opposed the A debate watch party tonight talking heads before we open Domestic, motion were adamant and said held by two economics depart- up to the students,” Pisciotta foreign policy they didn’t see anything wrong ment faculty members will aim said. with it. They believed it helped to inform students of domes- The third and final debate the students,” Green said. tic issues will be held at Hofstra Uni- Election Of the 861 students who discussed versity in Hempstead, N.Y. ‘08 retested this summer, 151 stu- by candi- Tonight’s focus is on the candi- Countdown Associated Press dents improved their score by at dates dur- dates’ domestic policies. Hofstra University students Sean Hutchinson (left) sitting in Barack Obama’s position, least 50 points and received the ing the “The candidates will be talk- David Marzullo, sitting in John McCain’s position, and John Santucci, in the moderators 20 Days $1,000 scholarships. debate. ing about healthcare, the finan- chair, participate in a mock debate Tuesday at Hofstra University in Hempstead, N.Y. One Faculty Senate member, D r . cial situation, the recession, who wished to remain anony- S t e p h e n and how they plan to get the mous, said she was hurt and Gardner, country out,” Dr. Pisciotta said. surprised by the financial incen- p r o f e s - “McCain is obviously behind, Student points–of–view to tives. s or of so I expect him to present “I’ve never heard of another e c o n om - something new and different.” university doing something like ics, and Pisciotta Pisciotta said they decided this. It just seems so unethical Dr. John to hold the panel because of the take center stage at forum to me,” she said. “I don’t like the Pisciotta, debate’s focus on the nation’s idea of Baylor paying students to associate current situation. retake the SAT, and I was sur- professor The last two economic By Prisca K. Anuolam The forum, titled “Red or Blue: sion. prised to see that a few people of eco- information sessions held by Reporter Which Color Are You?” had a “The goal of the forum is to actually agreed with it.” n o m i c s , the business school had high successful turnout the first time help expose students to some of Faculty Senate also addressed will both attendance. With election day less than a it was held last year, the key social, polit- tenure policy revisions, which comment “My economics professor, Dr. month away and a presidential when more than a ical and economic were released in their most after the Emerson, explained to us that debate being held today, Baylor hundred students issues confronting updated form at the end of Sep- televised the candidates will be talking students will have the opportu- attended. Decision government and tember. Green said the latest d e b a t e , about their domestic economic nity to voice their opinions on This year, repre- society at this time,” version lacks policies for denied then open policies and it’s importance,” current political issues tonight. sentatives from the ‘08 Brown said. tenure candidates to make the floor Gardner said Michael Wright, a Memo- Omega Delta Phi will hold a Baylor Democrats He said he plans appeals. After a long discussion, for ques- rial sophomore. “I’m looking forum at 6:30 p.m. today in and Baylor Republi- to focus on ques- Green said Faculty Senate voted tions and discussion. forward to hearing the expert Bennett Auditorium to discuss cans will be on the panel. tions about the economy, educa- to recommend these be included The watch party starts at commentary afterward.” students’ opinions about some Dr. Joseph Brown, associate tion, foreign policy, war, 8 p.m., and will take place in of today’s hottest issues and professor of political science, Please see SAT, page 3 Kayser Auditorium. Please see DEBATE, page 3 explain each party’s policies. will moderate the panel discus- Please see POLITICS, page 3 Credit market improvements to aid in mending economy By Madlen Read lending business — one indica- Bernard Baumohl, chief global lend depends on the economic fronts — bank-to-bank lending, announced a similar move Mon- The Associated Press tor, the difference between the economist at the Economic Out- outlook. As a result, the econ- lending to businesses and con- day to recapitalize their own rate at which banks lend to other look Group. He said he believes omy’s recovery might be jagged sumers, and investment in cor- banks. The actions helped bank- NEW YORK – The govern- banks and the rate at which the financial system won’t be and gradual, as lenders incre- porate debt such as commercial to-bank lending rates tick lower, ment’s efforts to crank open the they buy U.S. government debt fully restored until at least 2010, mentally loosen up as they grow paper — to get a sense that credit and bring some optimism back credit markets have led to some remains near a 25-year high. but that he expects the economy more confident that borrowers has returned to a healthier to the stock market. mild improvements in lending But analysts believe that as to turn around in the second are on steadier ground. state. “We are seeing an improve- rates and Treasury bill yields. long as conditions keep improv- half of 2009 after the housing And, like an economic recov- Confidence in the lending ment. It’s still frayed, but not as But it will probably take ing, the economy should be able market bottoms. ery, there’s no specific piece of business grew a bit Tuesday dark as it looked last Friday,” months, and perhaps a few to grow. The problem is that the data that will signal that things as the U.S. government said it said Mark Zandi, chief econo- years, before lending returns to “I don’t think we need to have health of the economy and the are significantly better in the would spend $250 billion of mist at Moody’s Economy.com. healthier levels. credit conditions come back to credit markets is intertwined: credit markets. Rather, inves- its $700 bailout plan on buy- “I do think we’re making some It was clear Tuesday that normal before we see signs that The health of the economy relies tors will need to see prolonged, ing stock in nine major banks, there is still plenty of fear in the the economy is recovering,” said on credit, and the willingness to steady improvement on various after European governments Please see CREDIT, page 3

“In the end, McCain sound- decades in politics. His experi- But the violin always seems to at their lowest. Flutes sit on the most significant, symbolic song ed most often like a trumpet, ence carries a profound sense of command attention, whether in front row. They take the center of all. It’s the song of the Ameri- Obama more like a violin. Who insight, making him as much a its gentile power or its inspiring stage. can presidency. was more effective depended staple in modern history as his point melodies. In the back, where the percus- It’s not just a solo; it involves mostly on the ear of the listen- chromatic counterpart’s role in Continuing the metaphor, Joe sion is, sits the media. It bangs, all parts of an orchestra, all parts er.” the brass section. of view Biden is the oboe. An old, wood- slams and booms. But it keeps of the country. It’s the shining While this was written in a His presentation of self is as wind piece played for centuries the beat. As loud as it can get at light of democracy and the heart Politico article in reference to the versatile as the many genres a BY ASHLEY KILLOUGH but still peppy and quirky as times, it still drives the pace. of the American spirit. It’s the first debate, I find it a remarkable trumpet can play. When speaking day one. Its mouthpiece, with On the conductor’s podium music we make happen together. metaphor of the two candidates, on defense, security and foreign of the violin’s strings. its double reed, is one of the stands the American public. We And while it differentiates us and the election, in general. policy, his rhythm is quick, stac- Capable of evoking a stream hardest to control, and when it control the whole show. With ideologically, it shouldn’t divide Trumpets blare. Trumpets cato-like and jabbing. But when of emotions in just one song, squeaks, it hurts. It makes you our polling data and grassroots us. announce. Trumpets energize recalling memories as a prisoner with just one bow, the violin wish that it didn’t just happen. movements, we instruct the Come January, we’ll either and instill feelings of pride. of war, his maverick beat slows is strongest when played solo. Sarah Palin, at first glance, is instruments when to crescendo have trumpet or a violin leading McCain, a man whose stalwart to an honorable, gentle tone — Obama, an only child who like a 10-key, fisher-price plastic on the issues we want to hear. the concerto. The question is, mentality negates his aging phys- like a solider playing Taps. grew up in search of an identity piano. You know, one of those And with our votes, we decide as the world seems to crumble icality, may not excite his base in His opponent, the violin, is among identities, embodies the cute, colorful playsets that pro- the grand finale. around us, will we make music this same manner, but his heroic centuries younger than the trum- individualistic self-confidence of duces the same few notes over While these parts all play a as a nation? legacy no doubt reverberates pet. With its fresh, pure sound, the violin. and over again. But to give her different tune and drum to a Or will it simply be noise? with American patriotism. Obama’s acoustics flow lightly Like a long sonata, his flow the benefit of the doubt, we’ll say different beat, they nonetheless Ashley Corinne Killough is a Spanning nearly three and optimistically, striking a can be drawn out, intellectual she’s a flute — shiny, perky, capa- play the same song. It’s a not senior journalism and interna- octaves, the trumpet’s range is chord with the idealistic spirit of and thought provoking. And at ble of being both elegant and the prettiest song. It clashes. It tional studies major from Plano impressive, much like the Repub- the listener. His elegant presence times, his campaign is as dramat- choppy. Flutes sound impressive intensifies. It wreaks chaotic, and a staff writer for The Baylor lican candidate’s two and a half parallels with the classical grace ic and suspenseful as the tango. at their highest notes, droning unpleasant notes. But it’s the Lariat.

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Obama’s unpatriotic past evident of patriotism. Martinez’s article of a patriot. stated of John McCain? nance in the world. In fact, the that a claim towards Obama’s lack failed to mention, Obama, in fact, On March 13, 2008, the Then on July 8, 2008, Obama international language of all air of patriotism is well-warranted. I respectfully disagree with launched his Illinois state senato- Rev. Jeremiah Wright, Obama’s stated, “Instead of worrying about traffic control towers in the world I’m a realist. I understand a Andrew Martinez’s article titled rial campaign at Bill Ayers home church pastor of over 20 years, whether immigrants can learn is English. English is also the lot of people in America want “Attacks on Obama’s patriotism in Chicago. made the comment that, “Afri- English, you need to make sure most widely spoken language in change because a lot of them are hold no merit.” In fact, I would Bill Ayers aside, evidence of can Americans should sing God your child can speak Spanish.” the United Nations. Does Obama fed up with President Bush’s poli- claim the comments made by the Obama’s lack of patriotism can Damn America instead of God Obama went on further to say, “It mean to claim that we, as Ameri- cies and tactics. McCain campaign regarding Sen. be found as early as October Bless America.” If Wright’s com- is embarrassing when Europeans cans, should be ashamed of our However, America should Obama’s lack of patriotism were 2007 in an issue of Time maga- ment is not anti-patriotic, then come over here, they all speak national language? In essence, know what it would be getting completely warranted. I strongly zine where Obama was pictured I’m not sure what is. Is it really English, they speak French, they Obama is suggesting we should itself into if Obama gets our per- agree with Alaska Gov. Sarah Pal- alongside Sen.Hillary Clinton and that much of a stretch to claim speak German. Then we go over change America in order to make mission to hold the reigns. Ameri- in’s claim that, (Obama) is some- New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson Obama, after attending Wright’s to Europe and all we can say is those who visit America feel more ca should sit back and ask itself if one who sees America, it seems, during a presentation of the U.S. church for over two decades, ‘merci beaucoup.” I am very much at home. it is prepared for an anti-patriotic as being so imperfect” and, National Anthem. In the picture, agrees with this view? Eventu- in favor of our children learning The list of Obama’s lack of senator, with hardly any U.S. Sen- “(Obama) does not see America Sen. Clinton and Richardson ally Obama cut ties with Wright new languages, but my concern patriotism only gets longer, not ate experience, to enter the office like you and I see America.” both have their right hand held due to the negative publicity sur- is with Obama’s apparent discon- to mention some of the lack of of president of the United States The strength of Obama’s proudly over their heart, while rounding the evangelical vote. Is tent for the American language. patriotism Michelle Obama has with his party in control of both relationship with radical leftist Obama’s hands are comfortably this not the work of a man who The reason some Europeans and made over the past few months. the House and Senate. Bill Ayers is only a small piece clasped in front of him. This kind is, “Willing to put politics above Hispanics speak English so well However, I sincerely hope that Travis Wendt to the puzzle of Obama’s lack of behavior is hardly the practice principle,” as Martinez’s article is because of English’s domi- anyone with half a brain can see Professional Selling, 2009

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POLITICS from page 1 “The economy is probably issues and dialogue about it. DEBATE from page 1 foreclosures. nity to help our students bet- going to be at the top of the list,” Houston freshman Jordan According to JohnMc- ter understand the economic national security and immigra- he said. Franklin said the event is much- Dr. Pisciotta said he and Dr. Cain.com, Sen. John McCain platforms of each of the can- tion. He said the current market needed on campus. Gardner will focus on the eco- will, “create millions of good didates.” This event creates an oppor- crisis is sure to spark a conver- “It is an opportunity to see nomic policies of the two can- American jobs, ensure our The presidential debate will tunity for Baylor students to sation with students of various other people’s viewpoints on didates, not their politics. A nation’s energy security, get be in answer format, which is become more enlightened on political views. different topics,” she said. “And self-confessed political junkie, the government’s budget and the same as the first debate. the political process and get “Our goal is to inform stu- students are able to speak out he said, “I watch plenty of Fox spending practices in order Each candidate will be involved in this year’s election, dents about both the Republi- about different issues.” and CNN.” and bring relief to American seated at a table and at the Omega Delta Phi president Vic- can and Democratic platforms,” Troy, Ohio, senior Megan Sen. Barack Obama released consumers.” end, they will have the oppor- tor Cruz said. Moore said. “This is not a debate, McNerny said it’s important that a new economic plan Monday, Dr. Tisha Emerson, asso- tunity for a 90-second closing “Many students claim a party,” but an open talk with straightfor- students know about the candi- called “Economic Rescue Plan ciate department chair for statement, which has not been he said. “But do they really know ward questions and answers.” dates they are voting for and this for the Middle Class.” undergraduate programs and given at the other debates. the issues and what they claim Phillip Chaney, president of is the perfect opportunity to do t is composed of: a business associate professor of econom- The moderator is Bob Schi- to be?” Baylor College Republicans, said so. tax credit for each new hire, ics, helped organize the event, effer, interim anchor of the There will be two panels with the forum should provide clarity “A strong democracy requires creating a jobs and growth and said students will benefit CBS Evening News and Face representatives, each answer- for students. open political dialogue between fund, allowing every family from attending. the Nation. According to CBS. ing 10 to 15 questions asked by “The forum should offer opposing parties,” she said. “This to withdraw up to 15 percent “It is important for each com, Shieffer is “broadcast Brown. Questions will be gath- students the viewpoint of each forum is useful, as it facilitates from their IRA or 401(k) and of us to be informed voters,” journalism’s most experienced ered online before the forum and party so they can make a choice this discussion while providing a three-month moratorium on she said. “It is a good opportu- Washington reporter.” also from a drop box that will that coincides with their own an open forum for students from be provided at the door. Each beliefs,” he said. different backgrounds to par- side will have three minutes to Kiera Boyle, vice president of ticipate in the national political except in rare instances and used in the annual review pro- answer the questions. the Baylor Democrats, said the conversation.” SAT from page 1 for compelling reasons which cess. Houston senior Ben Moore, organization is looking forward After the forum, students will should be stated in detail.” Green said the recommen- vice president of Omega Delta to participating in the forum. have the opportunity to watch in the final draft. In other words, tenure is pri- dations will be presented to Phi, said the questions will be The fraternity plans to have a the third presidential debate at Senate members also agreed marily a faculty decision that Interim Provost Elizabeth fairly open, focusing on the cur- forum every year to inform stu- a watch party in the Bill Daniel to add a statement issued by the university president should Davis next week. rent issues at hand. dents about emerging political Student Center den. the American Association of agree with, except in rare and Once the Council of Deans University Professors on the “compelling” cases. submits its recommendations, faculty’s role in tenure deci- Green said the Faculty Sen- the provost’s office will lead sions. ate suggested that the term discussions and negotiations CREDIT from page 1 hauler, withdrew its $6.73 bil- Libor for three-month dollar The statement says: “The “promotions” be taken out of to finalize the tenure policies. lion bid to acquire smaller rival loans fell to 4.64 percent from president should, on questions the draft, due to the fact the “We hope to have a chance progress here, and hopefully Republic Services Inc. 4.75 percent, after a 0.07 per- of faculty status, as in other document is mainly concerned to look over a final draft in this is just the beginning.” In another sign of tight cred- centage point dip on Monday; matters where the faculty has with tenure. the senate before it goes to the To be sure, the clogged credit it, a Tuesday report by the New last Wednesday, when the finan- primary responsibility, con- Other, more minute changes president for approval,” Green markets are still squeezing busi- York Building Congress said cial markets were in turmoil, cur with the faculty judgment, were made regarding language said. nesses, municipalities and indi- New York City will see its con- Libor rose to 5.38 percent, and viduals. struction boom peak this year a month ago, it was below 3 per- Domino’s Pizza Inc. Chief and construction jobs plunge. cent. from page 1 out,” Clinton said. Several Baylor students Executive David Brandon said Metropolitan Transportation And investors were betting NORIEGA Clinton, like the other speak- weighed in. during the company’s quarter- Authority spokesman Jeremy Tuesday that Libor would fall being concerned mostly about ers, emphasized voting straight- “It’s nice to be able to see a ly earnings call that although Soffin said capital projects like again on Wednesday, according the wealthy. ticket Democrat. “I don’t care guy who’s been interviewed by things appear better now than the Second Avenue subway line to Miller Tabak & Co. analyst “We need a healthy govern- how big your brain is,” Clinton Jon Stewart,” said president of they did last week, borrowing are highly dependent on access Tony Crescenzi. ment that’s on the job to stop said, of Obama, “the supporting the Baylor Democrats Oscar directly from banks has “been to the credit markets, while Ste- Libor is important because any sort of selfish, self-destruc- cast matters.” Boleman, Galveston senior. “I very tough, and that’s gotten ven Spinola, president of the Real many consumer loans, includ- tive behavior,” Clinton said. Clinton listed Noriega’s like the emphasis on candidates exceedingly worse during the Estate Board of New York, said ing about half of all adjustable- “This is the first time since accomplishments, including other than Obama and Norie- third quarter, and I would say fewer projects will be financed rate mortgages, are tied to it. the Republican Party went way serving in the army, work- ga, the focus on full-spectrum right now it’s fundamentally shut because it will be harder for It remains well above the to the right that they are really ing with Houston Hurricane change.” down.” The seize-up is forcing developers to get funding. three-month Treasury bill yield in the saddle to do instead of Katrina victims, and writing a Boleman also agreed with Domino’s to “be creative,” Bran- And it’s not going to get any of 0.34 percent, up only mod- talk, and we are living with the new plan for the Texas educa- Noriega’s ideas. don said, and consider offering easier for consumers with shaky estly from 0.21 percent late Fri- aftermath,” Clinton said. tion system. “I liked that Noriega said short-term financial support to credit to get loans for homes, day. It’s also much higher than Clinton said we need to “His opponent (Texas Repub- that the election starts on Oct. its stronger franchisees. cars, and other big-ticket items. the target Fed funds rate of 1.5 rebuild our military. lican Senator John Cornyn) has 20, the first day of early voting, Meanwhile, two corporate GMAC Financial Services, the percent. “We have to make the mili- done a good job of serving the because it allows voters to be deals this week have fallen financing arm of General Motors The fed funds rate is the tary the kind of thing that interest groups. Noriega is the less encumbered by time con- through. French outdoor adver- Corp., said Monday that it tight- overnight rate at which banks young men and women want to kind of person that tries to straints and issues that would tising firm JCDecaux SA said ened its criteria for consumer lend funds that are held at the be a part of,” he said. figure out what is happening. cause them to be given a provi- Tuesday that negotiations to auto financing — one of the Federal Reserve to other banks; Clinton gestured to Noriega, We’ve had enough of people sional ballot,” Boleman said. buy Russian rival News Outdoor changes was limiting purchases Libor is the average bank-to- who served in Afghanistan. who don’t want to know what is Dallas junior Emily Childs Group from News Corp. have to car buyers with a credit score bank lending rate on the whole- “(Noriega) has a right to com- happening or wouldn’t under- said it was encouraging to see ended because financing the of 700 or above. sale market. ment on our military bearing in stand if they knew,” Clinton so many Democrats rallied in deal would be too difficult. And The London interbank rate, The bond markets were the world. We need people like said. Texas. on Monday, Waste Management the key lending rate known as closed Monday for the Colum- him to serve, and people smart “How am I supposed to fol- “I really liked the ‘Bill, Baby, Inc., the nation’s largest garbage Libor, has been inching lower. bus Day holiday. enough to know when to back low that?” Noriega said. Bill’ sign,” she said.

Credit market improvements to aid in mending economy announced a similar move Mon- day to recapitalize their own banks. The actions helped bank- to-bank lending rates tick lower, and bring some optimism back to the stock market. “We are seeing an improvement. It’s still frayed, but not as dark as it looked last Friday,” said Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Economy.com. “I do think we’re making some

Phishing Scam Cameron Park East closes for renovations Alert By Chad Shanks consulted users of Cameron won’t be able to play disc golf A recent phishing e-mail target- Staff Writer Park East to determine which for a while,” Waco resident John ed more than 700 Baylor e-mail areas needed the most attention. Petesmeyer said. accounts. Cameron Park East closed to Officials used this information Several Cameron Park facili- the public yesterday to begin pre- to develop a plan to restructure ties and trails will also be closed “Phishing” e-mails try to induce construction on a $2.1 million parking and restrooms. for the next year and a half. recipients to reveal information, bond-funded renovation project “We get the most complaints “I’m glad the park is getting such as Social Security numbers scheduled to run through 2010. (about Cameron Park East) on improvements because it really or bank account information, by “Right now, Cameron Park the dusty roads, lack of park- needed them,” Christina Garrett appearing as a legitimate institu- East is not efficient,” said Rusty ing, and inadequate restrooms,” said, while walking her dog in tion trying to help the recipient. Black, director of City of Waco Black said. “We’re going to put the park. Parks and Recreation. “We’re more organization into getting In addition to its physical The most recent message, which trying to make it more efficient in and out of the park for spe- improvements, Parks and Rec- comes from a falsified baylor. and improve its quality.” cial events and develop defined reation is lobbying the city to edu e-mail account, claims that Located off Martin Luther parking areas. We also need to change the name of Cameron the University is in the process of updating its “database and King Drive, Cameron Park East improve restrooms for day in, Park East. Rusty Black presented email center” and that the recipi- features a view of Cameron day out users and add restrooms their case at the City Council ent must confirm information to Park’s limestone cliffs and the for special events.” meeting Oct. 7. upgrade his/her account. convergence of the Brazos and In addition, improvements Alex Song/ Lariat Staff “There is no relationship Bosque rivers. are planned to make Cameron Cameron Park East closed Tuesday for a planned full-fedged overhaul of the between Cameron Park and If you are suspicious of an e-mail It has several boating docks Park East more suitable for spe- park. “We’re trying to make (Cameron Park East) more efficient,” said Rusty Cameron Park East,” Black said. that you receive, please contact and ramps with a disc golf cial events. Workers will add Black, director of City of Waco Parks and Recreation. “The name was coined as a matter the HELP desk (x4357). course and the Jimmy Bryant a pavilion and other entertain- of convenience, but now causes Horseshoe Complex. ment venues for concerts and be restricted during the lengthy adjustments, but we hope the confusion to our consultants For additional information, con- Construction is underway performances. Other special construction. end product will be worth the and out-of-towners. We want to tact [email protected] or for a planned overhaul of the event support facilities and “A lot of events and activi- sacrifice.” show that there’s not necessarily [email protected] park. Workers are moving all booths for concessions stands ties will be affected,” Black said. The renovations are part of a a link and identify a park worthy utilities and lighting amenities are also planned. “We’d like to make them avail- large-scale improvement project of having its own identity.” underground and adding addi- Cameron Park East’s main able if we can, but we want to to get Cameron Park and Cam- The Parks and Recreation tional electrical outlets to set boat ramp will also receive vast maintain a safe environment for eron Park East in pristine con- advisory board recommended the foundation for all additional improvements, thanks to a grant the user and the construction dition for its centennial celebra- the names Riverside Park, Two BEAR BRIEFS improvements. from Texas Parks and Wildlife. workers. People might be incon- tion in 2010. Rivers Park and Cliff View Park Parks and Recreation officials Public access to the park will venienced or will have to make “I’m a little disappointed I as possible replacements. George W. Truett Theological Seminary is holding the Parch- man Endowed Lecture Series at 9:30 a.m. today and tomorrow in Baptist historian heads lecture series for seminary Paul W. Powell Chapel. Dr. Bill J. Leonard will address biblical tures are for Baptists and non- is to bring world-renowned lished by Columbia University The Parchman Endowed interpretation on several different By Jillian Henderson Baptists alike. theologians to Baylor and to Press in 2005. Lecture series was established topics. Reporter The lectures are meant to give Baylor the opportunity to Leonard taught at many dif- in 1999 by Leo and Gloriana The Health and Wellness Fair provide a clearer picture of the weigh in on theological dia- ferent universities around the Parchman to encourage dynam- will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 Baptist historian Dr. Bill J. Baptist landscape — past, pres- logue and the life of the church, World: The Southern Baptist ic discussion on topics related p.m. today in Barfield Drawing Leonard aims to inform and ent, and future, Still said. Still said. Theological Seminary, Samford to theological studies at Baylor Room. There will be interactive educate during his lecture series “Dr. Bill J. Leonard, founding “Given that this year marks University and Seinan Gakuin University, Still said. booths providing health and well- this week at George W. Truett dean and professor of Church the 400th anniversary of Bap- University in Fukuoka, Japan. Today, Dr. Leonard will ness information, refreshments, Theological Seminary. History at Wake Forest Univer- tists, the Truett Seminary fac- “Bill Leonard is perhaps the give his lecture, “Once Saved, free drawings, flu shots, choles- The Parchman Endowed lec- sity Divinity School, was chosen ulty thought it timely to have a foremost expert on Baptist his- Almost Saved?: Revisiting Bap- terol testing and more. ture series will be scholarly but because he is widely recognized premier Baptist historian deliv- tory in America today,” semi- tists’ Conversionism.” will not be overly technical and in scholarly circles as the fore- er the prestigious Parchman nary professor Roger Olson said. Thursday’s lecture is titled, The Baylor in London summer will provide attendees with a most Baptist historian living Endowed Lectures. ” Still said. “His insights into Baptist life are “A Postmodern New Testament study abroad program will have an greater understanding of ongo- and writing in North America Leonard is not only a speak- always incisive. We are very for- Church?: Revisiting Baptists’ information meeting for interested ing Baptist dialogs and devel- today, “ Still said. er, but he also is the author and tunate to have him at the semi- Ecclesiology.” The lectures will students at 3:30 p.m. today in 249 opments, said Dr. Todd Still, Leonard will give three lec- editor of 15 books. nary, and we hope many from be held at 9:30 a.m. in the Paul Castellaw Communication Center. Ph.D. and associate professor of tures on Baptist faith. His most recent book is enti- the Baylor community will join W. Powell Chapel in Truett The Baylor in London summer Christian Scriptures. These lec- The purpose of these lectures tled Baptists in America, pub- us in learning from him.” Seminary. study abroad program is open to all Baylor students and is sponsored by the Department of Communica- tion Studies. Students will earn six Former presidents tour Galveston after Hurricane Ike hours of 4000-level course credit for successful completion of the program. Participants will be in By Juan A. Lozano to come back,” said Bush as he munities) come back quicker.” rebuilding efforts and lives with London from July 9 to Aug. 7. For Associated Press and Clinton stood atop a chunk Former Secretary of State government aid. more information, send an e-mail of concrete lying on a debris- James A. Baker III, who joined Clinton said he believed the to [email protected]. GALVESTON — Former riddled Galveston beach. “We’re the presidents on their tour of response by the Federal Emer- presidents George H.W. Bush going to do our best to try to Galveston, is overseeing about gency Management Agency to Bear Faire for December Gradu- and Bill Clinton, seeing first- help.” 40 business and civic lead- Ike was better than the agency’s ates will take place from 2 p.m. to hand the damage Hurricane Clinton said he and Bush ers from the affected region to highly criticized handling of 6 p.m. today at the Hughes-Dillard Ike wrought, asked Americans know the country’s attention is help raise money for long-term Katrina. Alumni Center. Buy your cap and Tuesday not to forget about the on the current financial crises. recovery projects. The former presidents ended gown, order invitations, record island or other Gulf Coast com- But he urged Americans to Bush and Clinton had a their tour surveying the hard your video Shout Out and check munities hit hard this hurricane donate money to the Bush-Clin- similar fundraising effort after hit beaches on Galveston’s west your name on the graduation list. season. ton Coastal Recovery Fund the 2005’s Hurricane Katrina. end, where Ike’s 12-foot storm Video Shout-Outs will be recorded Bush and Clinton toured former presidents started last Baker said $1.5 million has so surge wiped away homes, scat- from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Visit www. baylor.edu/commencement/ for Galveston Island and the storm- month to help Texas and Loui- far been donated but he knows tering wood, mattresses, furni- more information. wrecked Bolivar Peninsula by siana communities hard-hit by it will be hard to raise money in ture, pavement and other debris helicopter and met with local this year’s hurricanes recover. today’s troubled economy. across the sand. and federal officials to get an Associated Press Officials estimate Hurricanes “The focus of the country is Bush, who lives in nearby CONTACT US update on the ongoing repair Former Presidents George H.W. 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Editor’s Note: This is the third like Target or Bed, Bath, and Saturday and Sunday. installment of a column series Beyond,” King said. “Look at For less do-it-yourself prod- Here is a useful Halloween where the Lariat explores living lesser known stores in the area, ucts, check out Spice Home Fur- decorating tip from www.mar- inexpensively. especially antique stores.” nishings at 213 Mary Ave. and thastewart.com: King also suggests looking in Honey’s Home+Style at 1706 one-of-a-kind shops that offers Austin Ave. Candle Slip Covers By Melanie Crowson and one-of-a-kind products. Decorations can be found Christina Kruse anywhere, at any time. It just Materials Required: Reporters depends on what you are looking for. * Candles The definition of chic, as A recent New York Times arti- * Candle holders defined by Webster’s dictionary, cle showcased a room that used * Tissue Paper is “a smart-elegance and sophis- old dresser drawers as shelves, * Scissors or sharp utility tication, especially of dress or and CDs as wall decoration. knife Alex Song/Lariat staff manner.” Lecturer of history Gabrielle * Double-sided tape Don Carlos Mexican Restaurant offers Tex-Mex cuisine at the Central Texas Baylor students may some- Sutherland has had a lot of expe- Marketplace. The restaurant is located at 4719 S. Jack Kultgen Expy. times feel this definition is rience pertaining to decorating Directions too expensive for their wallet, well — but with color. especially where decorating an She said painting an accent 1. To make a lantern, measure apartment is concerned. wall — if your landlord consents the height and circumference Mexican restaurant Although, there is a method — would bring life to a room of a cylindrical glass hurricane to the decorating madness — without costing a fortune. or votive entertaining guests, display- Prices for interior paint range a failure in flavor ing good taste at a young age from $10 to over $100. 2. Cut out two rectangles of tis- and, of course, proving that King’s final suggestion is to sue paper in different colors to those dimensions. By Natalie Flemming nachos were bland. Nachos are there is some knowledge of Illustration by Christina Kruse / get creative by creating your Contributor one of my personal favorites, but style within the college atmo- Photo Editor own artwork from scratch. 3. Draw a spooky face on a these were nothing special. Each sphere. “Go to a craft store when piece of plain white paper, and Waco abounds with Tex-Mex nacho is individually stacked Stick with us to discover that they are having a sale on pic- lay it under one of the sheets of restaurants and as a Tex-Mex with refried beans, a mixture decorating in a chic way on a ture frames or canvases and get tissue paper. Trace the draw- cuisine connoisseur, I was eager of melted American and white budget can be done. some paint or colorful paper ing; using a sharp utility knife, to try Don Carlos Mexican Res- cheeses and the meat. The min- Interior design major and and go at it,” she said. cut out the features. taurant, situated in the Central ute portions of additional top- Kingwood senior Emily King Also, look online for Texas Marketplace. But Don Car- pings, guacamole, pico de gallo suggests several tips for decorat- other good sources for 4. Wrap the other sheet of los’ food failed to live up to the and sliced jalapenos, were barely ing on a budget. A ntique decorating tips. tissue paper around the out- attractive dining atmosphere. enough to cover two chips, not “Look through what you stores in the Finally, go neutral side of the candle holder, and the entire lot. already have and see if there is area include: when buying large pieces secure it with clear, double- RESTAURANTREVIEW Another entrée, the enchi- any potential for creating some- Cameron Trading of furniture such as a couch or faced tape. ladas with beef, was dry. The thing new to spice things up,” Company, located large chair. Also, when buying The patio is complete with shredded chicken enchilada she said. on 618 Austin Ave., large pieces, go for items that 5. Wrap the cut piece of tissue a small fountain and greenery, was well spiced but the cheese King suggests taking an old Courtyard Classic Antiques, serve a dual purpose. paper around the candle holder on top of the first piece, and as well as festive lights for after filling was not completely melt- set of curtains or sheets and located on 4700 Bosque Blvd., Decorating your apartment secure it. Place a candle inside dark. The patio is perfect for ed. The sides were nothing spe- making decorative pillows out or the Gossip Bench, 708 Aus- can be cheap and easy, depend- the holder; try using spice- or outside dining, but actual flavor cial either, the rice was easy to of them. tin Ave. Also, the flea market ing on where you look and how cinnamon-scented candles for of the dining choices is open for overlook and the beans easy to “Don’t limit yourself to only located on 2728 LaSalle goes you utilize things you already a warm holiday touch. improvement. forget. looking at name brand stores from daylight until dark every own. The inside dining area is wel- Five different desserts are coming and décor is nicer than offered. I recommend the the typical Mexican restaurant. sopapillas. The hot sopapillas It is a lively setting for their were thick and covered with Documentary shows players overcoming tragedy happy hour, which runs daily enough cinnamon and pow- from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. dered sugar to make anyone By Justin Baer With the financial burdens After Jackson’s performances with the Pittsburgh Steelers in Inside, however, the food was smile. Honey was provided in Reporter placed on their families, for were inferior to Owen’s in try- the 1970s, has a thick, Cajun sub-par. a syrup bottle. I would pass on many, an athletic scholarship is outs, Owen snatched the start- drawl that exemplifies the deep I prefer the chips hot but not the tres-leches cake. Not only Walking on Dead Fish is a the only way to attend college. ing position from a disgruntled Louisiana culture. the salsa. The complimentary is it the furthest from the tra- documentary portraying high All there hopes were jeop- Jackson. Overall, the movie is an eye- salsa tasted like warm spaghetti ditional recipe, but also it falls school football. But this isn’t just ardized in late August of 2005 By the time the season ended, wakening story that is driven by sauce. The chips were hot and short to satisfy even the simplest another football movie stream- when Hurricane Katrina struck, Jackson earned some playing an emotional plot. fresh, but abandoned for lack of of palates. ing through the box offices over causing levees to overflow and time back, but with the spotlight The actual footage could be a tasty dip. At least the freshly The negative vibe from our the past few years. yielding billions of dollars worth focused on Owen, any chance at better. Sometimes clips seemed brewed sweet tea was blended waitress was a turn-off, as well, of damage. a scholarship offer was slim. to be captured on home videos, well. but various wait-staff came by MOVIEREVIEW Located in La Place, La., a The running back tandem which gets to be distracting. One enjoyable dish was to check on us. The manager western suburb of New Orleans, was talented enough to lead East As far as the attempt to mix the queso flameado appetizer. made us feel welcome even if East St. John inherited 350 stu- St. John High to the state semi- an effective storyline into a foot- The flamed white cheese with our waitress didn’t. Various The film captures the rampant dents more than its capacity, finals, where they would lose in ball movie, the producers did chopped sausage is served with servers, happy to help, granted effects of Hurricane Katrina on including 20 football players. heartbreaking fashion. a sufficient job. The one thing an insufficient supply of home- us refills. high school football players des- One of displaced players was It should come to no surprise I wanted more of was how the made flour tortillas. My friend Don Carlos serves less-than- tined for athletic scholarships. It running back Johnny Owen, a that the film gears toward the hurricane affected the players’ from Mexico commented it was quality food from what I would examines how their lives were junior that transferred in from running back position. The film personal lives in ways other the closest thing to authen- expect from the looks of the res- rocked suddenly by one of the Brother Martin. Brother Martin was co-produced by former Heis- than football. tic flameado he has had in the taurant and the prices. I might most destructive storms in Unit- is polar opposite from East St. man Trophy winner and current It seems to me more emotion States. While a little on the return for happy hour, but over- ed States history. John. It’s a college prep school, New Orleans Saint superstar, could be drawn into the movie, greasy side, this mouth-water- all I would not recommend it to Walking on Dead Fish spot- populated by a majority of white, running back Reggie Bush. but this film is still a must-watch ing appetizer is a pleasant start friends. lights East St. John High School, upper-middle class students. Fellow Louisiana football movie, especially for sports to any meal. a school whose students come The incumbent running back hero Terry Bradshaw narrates fans. The mixed beef and chicken Grade: D from economically challenged for East St. John High was Stan- the documentary. Bradshaw, families. ley Jackson Jr. who won four Super Bowl titles Grade: B+

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By Brian Bateman 7-inch freshman guard forward also help the team in another Sports Editor Quincy Acy and 6-foot-10-inch area every player mentioned: freshman forward Anthony defense. Baylor basketball season, Jones. “We’ve proven that we can which has lain dormant since “The one thing that we lacked outscore anybody, but if we’re May, is just days away, as the was some athleticism in that not defending well, it means Bears’ first official practice front line,” Drew said. “Anthony nothing,” Jerrells said. begins at 7 p.m. Friday. (Jones) and Quincy (Acy) will Baylor led the Big 12 Con- For a squad that was mired really help.” ference last season with 81.8 in scandal just five years ago, Last season, Drew ran a points per game, but limped in the turnaround has given head guard-heavy offense with three the standings on defense, end- coach Scott Drew reason to guards, a forward and either a ing last with 80.8 points against expect another NCAA tourna- center or an additional forward. per game. ment bid. This year, the Bears have three For many players, condition- “Hopefully, it’s going to be additional incoming forwards ing consumed the majority of huge,” he said. “It’s just like rais- and a guard, which will likely their summer. ing kids. They first got to crawl, add to the athleticism for which “It’s really been a big thing then they can walk and then Drew is looking. for me to get running every they can run.” However, the largest summer day this summer and get back Baylor returns nearly all of addition was a transfer from the in shape,” sophomore shooting its starters from a 21-11 squad, University of Michigan — Ekpe guard LaceDarius Dunn said. Alex Song/Lariat staff including preseason All-Big 12 Udoh. Baylor hasn’t had an official Baylor Bears basketball head coach Soctt Drew talks about the upcoming season during an optional team shoot-around selection Curtis Jerrells. “(Udoh), who we won’t get a practice since May, when the at the Ferrell Center’s practice court Tuesday. The first official practice will be at 7 p.m. Friday. The Bears will start a new “I really appreciate (the chance to see this year, will get Bears fell to Purdue University season on Nov 15. 2008 against Paul Quinn College at 3 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Ferrell Center, but will hold an exhibition award),” the senior point guard us better in practice because 90-79 in the first round of the Nov. 8 against Tarleton State University. said. “It goes to say that our work you’re going up against someone NCAA post-season tournament. isn’t getting over-looked, but I’ve who broke Chris Rivers’ blocked “Just getting to the tour- Baylor’s most prolific forward, The Bears, who were picked time,” he said. “This is my last got to continue doing what got shots record as a sophomore at nament was a big thing (last senior Kevin Rogers. to finish No. 3 in the Big 12, will go-around. A lot of guys realize me there.” Michigan,” Drew said. Since year),” head coach Scott Drew “I’ve been working on every have to keep producing if they at the end that it’s over. I don’t Baylor will add several trans- Udoh transferred, he will have said. “Now after being there and part of my game: ball handling, are to finish with an automatic want to be one of those guys.” fers and freshmen to the squad, to sit out a year. experiencing that I think every- shooting, definitely condition- bid to the NCAA tournament. Baylor will return to the hard- including Baylor football’s inside Udoh was a selection to the one’s goals have gone up.” ing because we want to last lon- Rogers knows that. wood for competition against receiver Kendall Wright, 6-foot- Big Ten’s All-Defensive team and That’s certainly the case for ger,” he said. “My goal is not to waste Paul Quinn College Nov. 15. Football looks forward to challenging OSU game Sports Briefs against Iowa State and I have a man trophy. Big 12 equestrian begins By Garrett Turner lot of confidence in our guys for “They are very good offen- The equestrian team heads Staff Writer this week.” sively,” Briles said. “Robinson is to Manhattan, Kan., Friday. This week’s highlighted a very good quarterback, very Starting the season at 3-0, the The Baylor Bears are start- match-up will definitely be the confident, very poised and I team is currently ranked No. 6 ing their two-game road trip in Bear defense against the Cow- think he’s very athletic. Hunter in first ever Women’s Intercol- Stillwater this weekend, where boy offense. is a downhill runner. (He’s) a legiate Equestrian National they’ll face No. 8 Oklahoma The Cowboy’s run a read- real explosive guy. He comes off Coaches Poll. The team has State University at 2 p.m on Sat- based offense that will force the ball with full speed. (Bryant) already swept the competition urday. all 11 defensive players to stay has been a big time player for at their own Willis Invitational. As they come off last week- true to their tackling lanes and them, especially this year. They BU visits No. 2 Nebraska end’s dominating performance defensive assignments, starting got players that are making against Iowa State University, middle linebacker Joe Pawelek plays. That gives them a chance The women’s volleyball the Bears hope to take that con- said. to get it done on the offensive team travels to the University fidence into Boone Pickens Sta- “They are obviously a great side of the ball.” of Nebraska to face the No. 2 dium and earn some respect. offense,” Pawelek said. “I think Going into Stillwater this ranked team in the nation at “We’re fighting hard for every we need to focus on all 11 guys weekend is a challenge in itself. 7 p.m. tonight. Coming off a inch,” head coach Art Briles said. on the field knowing their However, going into the game loss to Iowa State University, the Bears hope to utilize Katie “We’re not worried about yards, responsibility and really doing after a huge Big 12 win enhances Sanders and Big 12 conference we’re worried about inches on what they’re supposed to do. the team’s attitude toward this Sarah Morris/Lariat staff block leader Anna Breyfogle to both sides of the ball, stopping With that type of offense, if they game. get a much-needed win. them and making them. Right Baylor’s starting running back, Jay Finley (left), runs runs past Iowa State see one guy falling off and not Freshman quarterback Rob- now we’re fighting to get respect University’s linebacker, Ernest Ferguson (right), in a 38-10 victory Saturday. being where he needs to be, ert Griffin said he realizes the Golf finishes in 4th place and to be a credible football Baylor will travel to Stillwater, Okla., for a contest against No. 8 Oklahoma State that’s the area they will attack.” challenges of going on the road The men’s golf team fin- team. We’re a team that’s known University. The Cowboys are fresh off an 28-23 upset of then-No. 3 University This offense premieres the two games in a row, but said he ished fourth at the Jerry Pate to be a tough team that plays of Missouri. third-most efficient quarter- hopes to build on their recent National Intercollegiate in Bir- with a lot of great effort.” back in the nation, junior Zac success. mingham, Ala., Tuesday. The Respect is a main priority couldn’t — win a Big 12 game. that put up 35 points the week Robinson, and the third-leading “It was really big,” Griffin Bears were led by sophomore for the football program. Com- The Bears face the daunting before against No. 16 University rusher in the nation, sophomore said. “It got us back to 3-3. We’re Cody Paladino, who tied for ing off a disappointing 3-9 fin- task of controlling an Oklahoma of Kansas. Kendall Hunter. going to build on that going on sixth. The Bears had two other ish last season, the Bears have State offense that ranks No. 1 in “(We) are playing with a lot In addition, there is sopho- the road. It’s not going to be easy top-20 finishers: Joakim Mik- already matched their win total the Big 12 in scoring offense and of confidence right now,” Briles more Dez Bryant, who ranks going into two hostile places kelsen, who finished tied for from last year. No. 4 in total offense. said. “It will be a real good match No. 12 in receiving yards in the that are looking for wins. We 15th and Lorenzo Scott, who Even better, this year’s Last week, however, the for our defense. We’re com- nation and is one of the dark got to go up there and earn our finished tied for 20th. team did something last year’s Bears controlled an offense ing off a great defensive effort horse candidates for the Heis- respect.” Compiled by Garrett Turner Cowboys trade 3 picks Soccer suffers double for Lion’s Roy Williams weekend road losses

By Paul J. Weber season. By Joe Holloway favor of Colorado. The Associated Press The Cowboys acquired their Sports Writer “We came out flat against one new star hours after learning of the best teams in the country,” IRVING — Roy Williams they lost another in cornerback After two tough road losses Jobson said. “They played out- headed home to Texas on Tues- Adam “Pacman” Jones, whom over the weekend, the Baylor standing and we came out flat day in the NFL’s biggest trade NFL commissioner Roger soccer team returns home to and when those two things mix before the deadline, giving the Goodell suspended Tuesday for take on No. 11 Oklahoma State you’re going to give up goals.” struggling Dallas Cowboys at least four games. University at 7 p.m. Friday, and Colorado’s four goals were another proven receiver oppo- Goodell will determine then celebrate Senior Day against more than any other team has site Terrell Owens. the full length of the suspen- the University of Oklahoma at 1 put up on the Baylor defense in The winless Detroit Lions sion following the Cowboys’ p.m. Sunday. any game this year. Some of that traded their unhappy 2004 game in Washington on Nov. The Bears’ weekend losses may be attributed to freshman first-round pick and one-time 16. Jones was in repeated legal included a double-overtime 2-1 defender Alyssa Anderson going Pro Bowler for three draft picks, trouble while with the Tennes- loss at Texas Tech University down in the second half of the from the first, third and sixth see Titans and was involved in (7-6-1, 2-5-0) and a 4-0 blowout Tech game with an injury to her round in 2009. Detroit also gave an alcohol-related scuffle Oct. 7 loss against a University of Colo- hamstring. the Cowboys a seventh-rounder with one of his bodyguards at a rado team (11-2-2, 5-1-1) that is “Alyssa’s a huge part of our next year. private party in Dallas. now ranked No. 15. back line,” Jobson said. “Hope- Cowboys owner Jerry Jones Jerry Jones, who has never “It was a hard weekend for us fully we have her back by this said he struck the deal two shied from adding players with in terms of travel,” head coach weekend. We need all our play- minutes before the NFL trade checkered pasts to the Cow- Marci Jobson said. ers healthy.” deadline. boys locker room, made a point Freshman midfielder Betha- They’ll need her against Okla- “I’m more happy to be a Dal- Tuesday to mention Williams’ ny Johnston scored Baylor’s lone homa State University (12-1-1, las Cowboy then when I got my “outstanding character, no mat- goal in the game against Texas 3-1-1). The Cowgirls lead the Big first bike,” said Williams, an ter who you talk to.” Tech in the eighth minute of 12 with 3.64 goals per game. Odessa native who starred at Williams said the first phone play and Baylor seemed poised “They’re pretty good at every- the University of Texas. call he received after the trade to take home another win, until thing. They have a solid defense, Williams’ best season was was from Owens, who has Tech’s freshman forward Katie they’re pretty good in the attack 2006, when he went to the Pro complained recently about not Hinds sent a header past red and they have a great midfield,” Bowl after catching 82 passes getting enough catches in an shirt freshman goal Courtney Jobson said. “It’s going to be a for 1,310 yards and seven touch- offense that lost quarterback Seelhorst in the 89th minute. good challenge for us.” downs. He has 17 catches for Tony Romo this week for per- “Texas Tech was a heartbreak- Sunday’s game against the 232 yards and a score this sea- haps a month with a broken fin- er,” sophomore midfielder Lind- University of Oklahoma (1-12- son, and has 262 career passes ger in his throwing hand. Associated Press sey Johnson said. “It was a really 1,0-4-1) will in all likelihood for 3,884 yards and 29 TDs. Jerry Jones said Owens was Receiver Roy Williams (11) catches a pass at Ford Field in Detroit. The Dallas tough loss, losing in the last cou- prove less challenging. The “We felt like right now that “elated and beside himself” Cowboys traded a 2009 first-round pick plus a third- and sixth-rounder for Wil- ple minutes of the game.” Sooners have only won one game was the best thing for us to do upon hearing the trade. Wil- liams and a seventh-round pick in ‘09. Jobson said the team played all year and are 0-4-1 in confer- as a football team. It gives us liams said he and T.O. talked well the majority of the time, but ence play, but taking the lesson something for the future. You’re about winning. has not had a clear No. 2 receiv- worthy of double coverage. that now the game will be a good from the Texas Tech game, the looking at the possibility of “We got two guys out there er since waiving veteran Terry After the trade, Williams lesson for the team. Bears don’t look to go easy on having five of the first hundred that can really run, they’re big, Glenn this summer. Tight end talked as if he had found a new “If you have a team down you anybody. (2009) picks,” Lions general but as you know, both of them Jason Witten leads the Cowboys mentor in Owens, whom he can’t let them get back up and “They beat us last year 3-1,” manager Martin Mayhew said. can really make spectacular with 39 catches and two touch- made clear was “the No. 1 guy.” breathe,” she said. “Those wins Jobson said. “We want to show “It was a pragmatic business catches,” Jones said. downs after six games. Owens “I’ve never had an older wide don’t come easy. You’ve got to them that we’re a different decision.” Williams is expected to has 23 catches and 5 TDs. receiver to show me the way,” push through to that last final team.” Soon after announcing the begin practicing with the Cow- The Cowboys have filled the Williams said. second.” The match will also be the last deal, the Cowboys said that boys on Wednesday, and play in gap with Patrick Crayton and Jerry Jones said Tuesday he Despite the close game home game of the season and they had given Williams a five- their game Sunday at St. Louis. Miles Austin. Now they will said he’d been trying to pry against the Raiders, the Bears’ the seniors’ careers. They will year extension on his contract Williams will line up oppo- have two of the NFL’s biggest, Williams from Detroit for two next game against the Buffaloes be honored before play begins at that was set to expire after this site Owens in an offense that most physical receivers — both years. was somewhat more lopsided in Betty Lou Mays Soccer Field.