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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1999
Page
1
The edition features a Faces of Faith reprint following strong reader interest. Permian High School quarterbacks coach Bucky Jones dies after a stomach cancer battle. Federal authorities pledge deeper review of two foreign nationals arrested at the Vermont border amid security concerns.
The Odessa American published Friday night to accommodate the holiday, omitting late news and lottery results that will appear in Sunday's edition.
Ty Inc says fans will decide whether to halt Beanie Babies production two weeks after announcing it would stop making the dolls by year end. The plan to retire the line earlier sparked questions but the final decision now lies with the public. Toy industry consultant Chris Byrne likens the move to a modern PT Barnum promotion.
Floy Hinson recalls the first Christmas after her first child’s birth and family closeness amid tight finances. Dr. Patty Smith remembers Dec 24 1945 when her WWII returning father completed the family. Lynn Burton cherishes Cara’s first Christmas as a baby, now a high school senior.
Reggie Yearwood recalls an unplanned December return from duty to surprise his wife and children at Christmas. He notes the joy of togetherness and the Humbling, loving impact of the season on their lives as he reflects on service and family.
Unidentified hijackers seize an Indian Airlines A300 with 189 aboard after takeoff from Kathmandu. The jet lands repeatedly in Lahore Amritsar and Amritsar before ending at Al Minhad airbase near Dubai. Hijackers claim four killed, five wounded. no independent confirmation. UAE says refueling and humanitarian aid will be provided.
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