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Newspaper
Andrews County News
Location
Andrews, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1973
Page
1
A quirky account from a Texas town describes Ginny Gantt, a social sciences teacher, wearing a steel back brace after surgery. At Continental’s terminal a preflight check triggers alarms and guards escort her, sparking shock and family concern over stricter security and misunderstood medical devices.
County seeks to deny all Sullivan pleadings in a district court permanent injunction action to stop leasing the clinic to private doctors. The county contends the suit lacks grounds showing any special damage beyond normal taxpayer impact and asks the court to require Sullivan to prove each allegation.
Mustang football fans get a pre season glimpse Friday at 7 pm as the Hosses host Colorado City in a scrimmage under the eye of Tommy Watkins and the Wis staff. Watkins aims to test two squads the platoon system depends on health and depth for 1973. Colorado City is seen as light competition by state football experts.
Andrews Police Chief R W Tipton says six foot tall letters spelling SCHOOL at each school zone entrances will deter drivers who claim they did not see signals. He notes 20 mph limits, crossing guards, and marked crossings exist to shield children. drivers must stay cautious and children should cross only with guards. Painting began Tuesday and will finish before school opens Monday.
Andrews school teachers begin a week long in service training session. A keynote address and first day instruction opened the program. Teachers attended workshops led by top educators and planned new reading labs and a county career education program.
AISD athletic trainer James Ket champ announces junior high male athletes planning to participate in any sport for the coming school year must get physicals this evening starting at 5 p.m. Report to family doctors for the examinations.
County Judge pro temot W Moxley led a Monday session approving full steam ahead efforts at Pernmian General Hospital to meet current license codes. Architect Jack Lemmon cited state and federal control questions resolved about bed additions, with bids planned for two more county projects set for September 25.
Adult education programs have been established for the coming year offering self improvement enrichment courses high school diploma and college credit courses Seniors may enroll in college level classes with permission from the high school principal and counselors Registration is at 7 pm at the high school on August 30 during a joint session The program covers a wide range of subjects and levels including math English science history and government Self improvement courses include defensive driving speed reading and photography Interested persons should pre register by contacting Richard son director of adult education at 523-3640.
The city council meets tonight to consider a right on red law and a mobile home down ordinance. If rejected, signs will prohibit right turns on red. if approved, signs permit turns after stopping. A second reading of the mobile home down ordinance will occur and may become city code. Other topics include gas bids, federal revenue sharing figures, the 1973 paying program, and the 1973 74 preliminary budget study.
Absentee voting for the Aug 28 city election will end Friday at 5 p m. About 25 voters had cast absentee ballots by Tuesday afternoon as the deadline approached. Voters may cast absentee ballots at the City Secretary's office in City Hall. The mayoral race includes Louis T Miller and Clarence L Parker. Five council candidates are Steve Smith, Robert J Ryan, Bob Zugg, Hunter Hawkins and Bobby Bryan.
The Billy Speed Fund shows growth to a reported total of 14,0 75 in funds with additional contributions anticipated. City riders and donors are urged to continue giving to reach the fund’s targeted amount, while organizers note recent donations from local supporters.
Rimnor Rotary sponsors a Saturday fishing rodeo at Cherry Lake for children 15 years old and younger. Prizes for the largest and smallest catch, with bank fishing allowed and preschoolers accompanied by a parent for safety. Contestants register on arrival and receive judging numbers.
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