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Newspaper
Andrews County News
Location
Andrews, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1972
Page
1
The column notes Duane Thomas being traded to San Diego, Thomas Eagleton dropped from the Democratic ticket, and Jane Fonda returning from Hanoi. It wryly observes a desire for quiet and weather talk as the next news cycle looms.
State Representative E. L. Short and Renal Rosson study insurance zones in West Texas. They compare $10,000 frame house policy costs: northwest zone $108, coast zone $49, central inland $30. They argue coastal hurricane risk vs inland tornado risk, noting West Texas homeowners face higher premiums in the west.
Representative Short notes 65 and over Old Age Assistance averages around 20 percent in South Plains counties yet 30 percent in East Texas. Meanwhile aid to dependent children runs 10 percent Terry county 9 percent Lynn county and 3 percent in Andrews Gaines. He cites over 600 Andrews residents receiving commodities as a contrast to local repair and maintenance shortages.
A short observational note contrasts optimism with political alignment, suggesting those who seek positivity may also lean toward conservative or right leaning viewpoints. The piece uses a witty, aphoristic style to link attitude with outlook.
The commissioners court rejected a proposed 5.5 percent raise and a $50 monthly car allowance for all county officials excluding commissioners. The vote was unanimous due to concerns the general fund cannot support increased salaries and borrowing would be needed. The proposal originated from a salary grievance committee created by a new state law.
The Andrews District Clerk's office details a 6500 name jury pool process for Augusta through August 15 and the tedious sorting by Mrs. Burns and helpers. A county salary committee proposes a 5.5 percent raise for top officials and $50 monthly for several clerks and judges, with Roy Bennett as chair.
Ed Childs assumed duties Aug. 1 as hospital administrator for Andrews Hospital, owned by Extendicare of Louisville Kentucky. The 60 bed facility will undergo renovations at an initial cost of 30000 dollars. A clinic renovation is planned next door for a board certified surgeon arrival within the month. Childs formerly served at Womack General Hospital Fort Bragg as orthopedic staff. He is a Davidson College graduate with ROTC and a science degree.
Registration for entering kindergarten and first grade will be held in the cafeteria of each elementary school from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, August 9, with parents urged to enroll at their local school. Children must be five or six by September 1, and needed documents include a certified birth certificate immunization record and compliance with Texas State Law vaccine requirements.
Forrest Scott principal asks new seventh and eighth graders to register for the first time in Andrews. Students should bring inoculation papers for pre registration. Office hours are 9 a m to 4 p m Monday through Friday until August 20.
Carl Locke of Oklahoma City led with 6 009 points and six event wins at Mustang Stadium. Mike Hodges of Kermit scored 4 876 points with three wins, while Jack Petty of Odessa set a 1500 meters record at 4 29.3. Andrews High's Mike Turner led the high school division with 4 857 points and set a 1500 meter mark of 4 54.3.
The 1970 census shows Andrews County median income per family at 9438 dollars, 948 dollars above the Texas state average of 8490. Per capita income stands at 2780 with Midland leading the state at 4593. Odessa per capita income is 3614.
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