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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1997
Page
1
Due to the B holiday production timetable the Odessa American issued an earlier Wednesday edition. Late news obituaries sports and lottery results will appear in Friday's edition.
Washington explores holiday trade trends with China as ornaments lights and artificial trees flood U S markets. Through September China shipped over 450 million dollars of holiday items while U S imports of dolls and stuffed toys reached 2.2 billion dollars in the first nine months of 1997.
Snow from a weekend storm blankets the Texas Panhandle with Amarillo reporting 6 1/2 inches and parts up to twice that amount. Officials expect 1–2 more inches, roads are snowpacked but not closed, and Amarillo records show this is the first white Christmas since 1991 with El Nino driven moisture fueling the event. Shoppers continue despite slick conditions while store staff note brisk business and travelers attempting trips but turning back when blocked by snow.
Kathleen Baumgardner of Odessa and her sister Yvonne Blair, separated in 1960 after their mother placed the five Baumgardner daughters for adoption, were finally reunited in Pennsylvania after years of research. The women described the moment as a Christmas blessing and said Blair still resembles her sister while Baumgardner noted she looks older. Blair’s voice and the sisters’ memories helped bridge decades of distance as they shared stories and tears of relief.
U S District Judge Richard Matsch ruled prosecutors may seek the death penalty for Terry Nichols after the Oklahoma City bombing case. The jury had convicted Nichols of conspiracy and involuntary manslaughter but found him not guilty of murder or using a truck bomb. The sentencing phase begins Monday as emotions from victims are allowed to be presented.
A dozen men at St Christopher's Inn in Garrison help homeless Harlem children by crafting muslin stockings, gingerbread appliques, and festive decorations. They struggle with alcoholism and drug addiction yet find purpose in giving, sharing moments of relief and renewal.
Free Christmas meals will be served today at three locations. The Door of Hope Mission opens at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. at 101 N. Lee Ave. The Salvation Army offers 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 811 E. Tenth St. A meal runs noon to 6 p.m. at Woodson Community Building 1020 E. Murphy. Gospel singers provide entertainment.
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