Dear John letter from Civil War era surfaces in unexpected trust
A long handwritten letter to Reuben Frits, a Yankee soldier, reveals a heartfelt Dear John missive from 1862. The fragment shows affectionate lines about home and faith, plus a surprising update that the writer has married Mr. A. M. Leatherman, with page references noted for continuation.
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Dear John
Carolyn Weatherby
Reuben Frits
Reuben Woas
Beall
Rick
Swan
Reuben
A. M. Leatherman
Sands
Harris Forecast Rates Pecos to Lead District 2A in 1973 grid
Harris releases a preseason rating predicting Pecos tops District 2A with Monahans and Andrews strong, Andrews listed for depth and a key player Don Walker of Pecos singled as district all state prospect. Lewisville favored to win 3A with Max Goldsmith coaching. top ten teams named.
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Pécos
Monahans
Harrys
Pecos
Andrews
Kermit
Seminole
Retr
Fort Stockton
Manalans
Sted
Harris
Mike Black
Lewisville
Max Goldsmith
Aldine Carver
Gregory-Portland
Brownwood
Wharton
Kilgore
Sinton
Ennis
Belton
McKinney
Don Walker
Lunch Income Rules Revised For We The Andrews Schools
Andrews schools revise lunch income policy to align with federal free lunch guidelines. A 25 percent increase in maximum income eligibility is added, enabling more students to qualify for free meals under the federally approved program. Parents will receive a school notice detailing the program on the first day. no response is required unless a parent disputes eligibility.
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Andrews
Junior High Physicals Set for August 23
Athletic trainer James Ketcham announced that junior high male athletes must attend physicals on Thursday August 23 starting at 6 pm. All active male athletes for the upcoming school year should report to their doctors for exams starting that evening.
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James Ketcham
Ketcham
Disown Sullivan Suit Grows as 353 Motions Filed
A noon count Friday showed over 350 individuals filed motions with District Clerk Vernis Burns to remove their names from a class action suit by Dan Sullivan against the county over leasing a clinic to private doctors. The total rose from 164 on Tuesday and is expected to rise further.
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Vernis Burns
Dan Sullivan
Ad Valorem
Sullivan
Rotary Fishing Meet Nears at City Lake
The Andrews Rotary Club sponsors the Junior Fishing Rodeo at Lakeside Park on Saturday August 25 from 8 am to 1 pm for children 12 and under. Registration is on arrival. prizes go to top fish and top number of fish, with rules about one pole and fishing from the lake park. Preschoolers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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City Lake
Lakeside Park
Andrews Rotary Club
Don Leach
Mustang Band Week Schedule Announcement
Band Director Jim Harvey outlines the Mustang Band schedule for the week of August 2024. Full band rehearsals run Monday 7 pm to 9 pm, with sectional sessions and instrument group rehearsals on Tuesday and midweek slots. Thursday and Friday mirror Tuesday’s slate with full band and section practices.
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Jim Harvey
Ranch House Opens Under New Owner Shirley Swartz
Ranch House to hold grand opening Monday under Shirley Swartz with free coffee and donuts. Establishment offers a full menu and 24 hour service to attract customers.
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Shirley Swartz
Absentee Voting Opens for City Special Election
Absentee voting continues at City Hall until August 24 for the upcoming special election on August 26 to elect a new mayor and city council. As of Friday, 16 people filed for absentee ballots with City Secretary Mareedla Care noting out of town residents and college students may vote by mail. Candidates include Mayor positions Clarence Parker and Louis Miller. council candidates Steve Sraith Robert Bean Bob Zage Hunter Hawkins and Bobby Bryan.
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Mareedla Care
Care
Aso
Clarence JL. Parker
Louis TL Miller
Steve Sraith
Robert
Bob Bean
Bob Zage
Hunter Hawkins
Bobby Bryan
Billy Speed Fund Reaches 1220.75 Total
A Friday report shows the Billy Speed Fund topped at 1220.75 dollars. The total combines direct donations and a bike-a-thon held last week. The fund is at First National Bank with Evans Holland in charge. donors may contact Holland to contribute.
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Billy Speed
First National Bank
Evans Holland
Holland
Rabies Season Arrives and Precautions Advised
State and local officials warn rabies season is at its peak in August and September. Domestic animals should be vaccinated annually. wild carriers include skunks and rats. In early 1973 there were 85 positive animal rabies cases, 45 linked to the pole cat. People should avoid killing suspect animals after a bite. seek medical advice immediately.
Food Stamps Set to Begin October First
Local grocers and welfare officials report the transition from the commodity program to food stamps targets October first. Stamps issued at post offices, with restrictions on items and a required ID, aim to boost local commerce and reduce county costs, though false use faces federal penalties.
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Welfarevattiel Als
Iia
Wwelfare
Fed
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