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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1964
Page
2
A tan clothed bandit, about 170 pounds, was described by a city detective as the police investigation moves forward. Police predict a busy day as robberies rise each Christmas season with late closing markets being especially vulnerable to bandits.
The OC Directory lists all enrolled students with classification, home address and telephone numbers. Available in the college bookstore or from fraternity members for 50 cents.
The notice lists telephone rates FE-7-461 LO-31440 dated March 3 1879. It states carrier prices of 1.60 dollars per month in city and higher for other zones. Mail rates include 13 dollars yearly 10 for six months 5 for three months and 1.75 per month.
Sam Cooke, famous rock and roll singer, was shot dead by motel manager Bertha Lee Franklin at the South Figueroa Street Motel after allegedly kicking in a door and confronting her over a woman in his room. Police reported the shooting occurred as an argument escalated over the missing clothing and companion, Lisa Boyer, a 22 year old Eurasian resident of Hollywood. Franklin said she grabbed the pistol and fired, striking Cooke once. Boyer fled in a clothes-strewn motel scene. Cooke’s address in Hollywood and his rising career were noted by investigators.
The City of Odessa hired two new workers last week. Hop C. Collins of 204 Washington Lane becomes a sanitation department laborer earning $1.45 per hour. Dewey E. Hinkle of 1121 Copus is a meter reader in utility billing.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose to 865.43, up 2.29, with rail and utilities modestly higher. The New York Stock Exchange displayed numerous quoted names including Bethlehem Steel, Boeing, Ford, General Dynamics, Gulf Oil, Texaco, Standard Oil, and Studebaker Packard, among others, with varied percentage changes and a broad mix of industrial and energy stocks noted.
FBI said Horace Doyle Barnette confessed after months of inquiry into the murder of two white youths and a Negro near Philadelphia Mississippi. Courtroom hearings stalled as Judge Miss Carter ruled the confession hearsay unless Barnette testifies. charges dropped against 19 suspects while preliminary hearings for Barnette and James Jordan await rescheduled dates.
Deputies report two burglaries in Ector County. A shotgun was taken from Dr. J. T. Clark at 3004 Windsor after breaking a front door lock. Intruders also broke into P. A. Cornell Inc. at 5380 Andrews Highway via a broken window, but nothing else was reported missing.
Pre registration for the second semester at Odessa College is under way. Dean Kenneth Walker urges all students to book appointments with the dean's office. New entrants should contact Dr. Robert Decker. Over 700 students have pre registered and many classes are filling quickly.
In Ector County Juvenile Court Judge W M Hill placed a 16-year-old boy on probation in Otto's Boys' Ranch custody after admitting burglary at Otis Jordan's 2901 Eastover home on November 13. A 13-year-old girl was declared incorrigible and placed on probation in her parents' custody following multiple offenses.
The third of four caravans promoting the Sandhills Here ford and Quarter Horse Show departed the Odessa Chamber of Commerce at 8 a.m. Today. Friday visits include Crane McCamey Iraan Rankin Big Lake Barnhart Sterling City and Garden City. Saturday the convoys visit Midland Stanton Big Spring Colorado City Snyder Gail and Lamesa.
The college school paper pet contest closes Saturday midnight with entries open to students in grades one through six. Winners will be announced Thursday and receive a puppy or kitten as a prize. entrants must explain why they want a pet for Christmas.
In Midland 35-year old James Johnson stands trial for the April 30 shooting death of Christine Jones. The 142nd District Court, with Judge Perry Pickett presiding, resumes testimony as an 11 man and one woman jury is seated. Atty Pat Baskin represents Johnson. A DAs Jim Mashburn and William B. Smith presented evidence.
The article details a public dispute over the selection of an architect for a $2 million Texas Western College building. Governor faces accusations of dictating choices, while ex-regent Redditt and others defend or challenge the process.
A 40 year old Odessa man Rainy Aggerson of 207 Patterson forfeited a 25 dollar bond after failing to appear in Corporation Court. Aggerson faced petty theft charges for allegedly taking a red hunting cap from Clark's Discount Center at Eighth and Grandview.
Midland officials announce Professor Backwards, known for radio and television routines, will headline the Midland Chamber of Commerce annual membership banquet on January 22 at the Midland Marts convention hall.
Funeral services set for Robert Hugh Quinn 89 of Vealmore and others across Howard and surrounding counties. Survivors include wife, children, and grandchildren. Services listed with churches, burial plans, and directing funeral homes.
The Senate inquiry into Baker’s activities confronts Reynolds testimony about pressure from Jenkins to buy $1200 in unwanted Austin TV ad time. Committee members debated whether to probe private conduct, while Jenkins resigned at Johnson’s request after morals charges in the campaign period. Cooper opposed dropping this probe.
The page one note says Taylor received a letter urging withdrawal of U S support from Huong, accusing him of betraying both the Vietnamese people and Americans aiding the fight against Communists. Some sources report possible monk demonstrations or a large hunger strike planned for the weekend.
Tom Harrison, son of Mr. and Mrs. E J Harrison, will receive a Range Management Award at the Texas Sheep and Goat Raisers Association annual meeting in Dallas. The award includes a scholarship to the 1965 Range Camp as a junior counselor. He is a seven member of the Ward County 14H Club.
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