Giddings Times & News (Giddings, Tex.), Vol. 119, No. 30, Ed. 1 Thursday, December 25, 2008 Page: 9 of 23
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Columbus in basketball A Colorado County jury
found a man competent to
I he Giddings Middle School The SB team fell behind 5-2 stand trial for aggraved rob-
girls basketball teams traveled after a quarter, but led 6-5 at bery.
to play Columbus, halftime. The girls scored 7 in Reginald Williams, 41, is
The 7B team went ahead the third quarter on the way toa charged with aggravated rob-
4-2 after one quarter, but fell 15-11 victory. The team raised bery of Winkler Plumbing in
behind 10-6 by the end of the its record to 4-1. Kacey Cam- Weimar on Jan. 15.
third. Columbus ended up win- pos scored 8 points; Christina He was first found incompe-
ning 10-8. Emily Boyd scored Bookout, 3; Paige Garcia and tent to stand trial and was sent
4 points; Josie Hinojosa, 2; and Brittany Robinson, 2 each, to Vernon State Hospital for
Millie Hendrix, 2. The team The 8A team played their two months.
has a 2-3 record. best half of the year and led Following his stay, he was
The 7 A team trailed 11-2 9-6. Columbus came on strong found competent to stand
at halftime, but got within 6 in the 4th quarter for a 19-17 trial.
points at 16-10 before falling win. Alexus Roberson scored 5 His attorney filed an objec-
22-13. Hannah Michel scored points; Tiara Mack, 4; Alaina tion requesting a jury trial on
9 points and C.J. Nolen had 4. Dock, Ericka Bonner, Alexiah the matter.
The team has a 3-3 record. Recendez, 2 each. The defense said they did not
claim that Williams was insane
at the time of the crime, but
said he is unable to understand
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. Will close Dec. 24
at Noon, and be closed
Christmas Day,
• Dec. 25 and
Friday, Dec. 26.
| We will re-open on
I Saturday, Dec. 27.
* * ............
We would Like to wish our friends
and customers a very
—ery Christmasl-
the proceedings and assist his
attorney. The defense offered
testimony by two family mem-
bers and one psychiatrist.
Prosecutors then presented .--------------—........s-
evidence from Vernon State caped serious injuries in a side lane of Hwy. 77 entering was not seriously injured.
Hospital which they said one-vehicle rollover accident a sharp curve just north of FM -Times & News Photo
showed Williams is compe- on Hwy. ^7 just south of town 448 when she lost control and -------------------------
tent. Thursday, Dec. 18 at 7:30 steered into the northbound
They played recordings of a.m. shoulder off the roadway, said
Williams’ phone calls where Mary Jane Simpson of Seguin Police Chief Nathan Lapham,
he complained that his psy- was driving a 2008 Kia Optima The car slid sideways on its of Giddings are giving a year’s
chiatrist only spent 10 minutes sedan northbound in the out- right side, striking a cu vert subscription of the Giddings
.......i : 1..-- - - -----------------------before it rolled over at least Times & News to Ray and
once and came to a stop near Cathy Walther of Spring and
a mobile home, according to to Kenneth and Chery Walther
Coiercapham. i 1. . of Houston. They are both
Ms. Simpson declined treat- Christmas gifts 7
ment for possible injuries. 8 -
conducting his evaluation, and
made statements indicating his
understanding of the ongoing
legal procedures.
The jury deliberated for only
17 minutes before finding
Williams competent to stand
trial.
GIVES SUBSCRIPTION
TO DANIEL NOACK’S
The Gaston and Ramos Fam-
ily of Giddings are giving
a year’s subscription of the
Giddings Times & News to
Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Noack of
Paige. It is a Christmas gift.
H&R Machine
GIDDINGS
And she
brought forth
her firstborn
son...
Ury your holiday nurture a furling of joy that lists throughtout the war
and may it be filled with loving friends and all that you hold dear.
Heartfelt best wishes fwm our fiunily to yours
W appreciate wur loyal support.
HOLIDAY HOURS:
DECEMBER 24 - 8:30 A.M.TO NOON
DECEMBER 25 - CLOSED. DECEMBER 26 REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS.
Pieratt's Pharmacy
233 S. Manse - Ph. 542-3164 - Giddings
YOUR HOME-TOWN INDEPENDENT PHARMACY
"Your Health Is Our Concern" .
Dr. J. I). Fain, PharmD
Now you can get your refills on line at: www.pierattspharmacy.com
Driver not Injured in
rollover on Hwy. 77
A 68-year-old woman es-
Look Who’s
Turning 4!
MIKAYLA Garza
Dec. 29,2004
Always thinking of you,
Love,
Your Dad
POLICE CHIEF Nathan the intersection with FM 448
Lapham stands by a vehicle last Thursday morning during
that rolled over on Hwy. 77 near foggy conditions. A 68-year-old
woman who was driving the car
ELMO WALTHERS
GIVE SUBSCRIPTIONS
Mr. and Mrs. Elmo Walther
x Seknies 1
A. “THE ONLY FULL-SERVICE BAR IN TOWN A.
L WITH GREAT FOOD, GOOD MUSIC, & GAMES"L
2110 Hempstead, Giddings, Texas (behind Wal Mart)
979-542-4866
Bernie’s Holiday Hours:
December 24th CLOSED
December 25th CLOSED
Friday, Dec. 26 - Third Time Habit
5:00 Cover 9:30-1:30
Remember, Party Responsibly.
Wherever you go throughout this festive season, know that our
best wishes are with you, along with our heartfelt gratitude for
your loyal support.
May you have a joyous time celebrating a warm holiday
with family and friends!
ACE Lee County
Ace Hardware
Old Serbin Road - Ph. 542-2413 - Giddings, TX
Open 7:30 a.m. thru 6:00 p.m. Mon.-Fri.,
Saturday close at 5:00 p.m.
Sunday open 11:00-4:00
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Preuss, L. M., III & True, David G. Giddings Times & News (Giddings, Tex.), Vol. 119, No. 30, Ed. 1 Thursday, December 25, 2008, newspaper, December 25, 2008; Giddings, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth1665757/m1/9/: accessed July 17, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Giddings Public Library and Cultural Center.