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Newspaper
Andrews County News
Location
Andrews, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1963
Page
3
A fragmented monologue questions who counts as American by lineage and language. It rails against perceived outdated views and labels a target as a segregationist while mixing incoherent phrases and hostility.
The county cemetery on the south side of Shutter Lake served most burials. Around 1922 the Andrews area population expanded, prompting expansion and the purchase of 74 acres in 1950 from C1her wood for $1100. A cinder block fence was erected and later arches were added.
The county holds a 99 year lease on 15.6 acres near the cemetery from the Parker estate for $10 As expected, officials note that as residents buy cemetery plots the town matures and becomes a permanent home for inhabitants.
The Andrews County Sheriff's Posse met at Storey Park Monday evening for a covered dish supper attended by 52 persons followed by a business meeting.
Burk, first Mustang in the event since 1959, will start at 7 45 p m in Rice Stadium. Odessa Permian's Mike Love will anchor the North run while the South leans air attack. Burk, tri captain last year, heads to Baylor on a fill scholarship this fall.
Andrews and his parents Mr and Mrs A Pope of Abilene were mourned with burial at Flinwood Memorial Park Abilene. Fitett's Funeral Home arranged the services. Survivors include her husband parents Mr and Mrs Coleman Shaddix of Abilene two brothers Larry and Edwin of the home and maternal grandparents Mr and Mrs K A Davis of Abilene.
The Texas Highway Commission announced a new 70 mph daytime speed limit for most state highways starting August 23. About 41,500 miles will allow the higher limit, while 18,140 miles are restricted to 60 mph daytime and 55 mph at night due to engineering findings. Farm to Market roads largely adopt the 70 mph limit except where conditions justify limits on some routes.
Oldham County explorers note a large pueblo style ruin called a hotel size Indian structure with 33 rooms built on a hillside near Saddleback Mountain along the Canadian River. The site lies about forty miles northwest of Amarillo and is described as an early example of multilevel architecture with rooms at staggered levels.
Houston hosts independent papers The Chronicle The Post and The Press, with free enterprise fueling strong competition. The author argues Texas offers more topics to cover, supporting a thriving media landscape.
A marker near Rusk Texas notes a Confederate gun factory built in 1862 that failed to secure materials for rifles. The site produced model pistols and employed a number of Black workers, leaving only a marker to mark the former industry.
A long dormant site excavated in 1932 has reawakened interest among visitors as archaeologists showcase artifacts and historians discuss its significance. Local guides emphasize the site’s role in revealing ancient life and its appeal for cultural tourism.
The Sam Houston Shrine in Huntsville preserves his 1847 home and the Sam Houston Museum with relics including the leopard skin vest, rocking chair, hat, pipe, and Santa Anna’s saddle. The Pioneer Room recounts the Texas Revolution and the Alamo story. The Steamboat House marks his death site. Huntsville State Park nearby offers fishing, camping, and water skiing.
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