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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1966
Page
9
Aileen Snoddy notes that children can craft many low cost decorations and gifts this Christmas. From stamped potato cards to foam ball ornaments and foil Nativity figures, kids involve in holiday planning to recapture the season’s spirit and save money.
Walt Disney creator of Mickey Mouse dies in Burbank California. The famed animator started in Kansas City and built a vast empire producing feature cartoons and wholesome films winning 28 Academy Awards and global fame. The report notes his death and reflects on his lasting fantasy impact.
Solomon Tubbs, 43, was sentenced to six months in jail by City Court Judge Joseph S. Mattina after pleading that the shoplifting of a $10 purse was for Christmas shopping. Tubbs was arrested October 27 when he walked from a downtown store with the purse intended for his wife, who lives in Alabama. the judge cited a probation report noting the couple has been separated for years.
A combined set of crossword style across and down clues with varied wordplay. Entries include time phrases, colors, animal terms, and common phrases, plus several cryptic style indications and misprints to solve. The puzzle presents a broad range of definitions and letter patterns to determine both across and down answers.
Robert Love, 35, was sentenced to 210 days in jail for unpaid parking fines after his wife Page could not move their truck because she lacked the keys. Love was jailed for assaulting a policeman, leaving the car immobilized near their home.
A PTA magazine item humorously reports a father agreeing to let his son write his name with eyes closed. The boy asks to sign his report card after the dad claims he can write it with no sight. The playful exchange highlights parental confidence and youthful mischief.
The column notes December 22 return to parents and mentions Mrs Donald Black in St. Anthony's Hospital Amarillo. Cleo Larmon gains recognition as speaker and entertainer at a First National Bank event and Rotarians' gathering. A Colorado Lakes snow depth prompts a ski trip invitation for December 27. The writer decorates the Christmas tree alone for the first time, reflecting on family traditions.
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