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Newspaper
Andrews County News
Location
Andrews, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1972
Page
1
Perryton writer Harold Hudson notes a post campaign advertisement in Arkansas detailing the candidate’s losses in hours slept, crops given away, teeth lost, and personal anecdotes. The spoof lists actions from kissing babies to attending revivals, claiming 10,000 lies and a final loss in the election.
A heartfelt message from a mother with flu to her husband and children. It lists chores, meals, and small daily details, from lunch trays and tea by the bedside to a door to door liver research canvass and plans for the kids. The note mentions a missing shoe, slippers, and odd tasks, ending with a page reference.
An Emergency Operations Center meeting is set for Tuesday December 5 at 2 p.m. in the County Courtroom to discuss simplifications to protect the public in Andrews. The agenda covers EOC facilities, staff size, activation and key personnel plans, and emergency systems including roadblocks, ambulance, fire sweeping, traffic clearance, map plotting, and communications.
In the Kerrville Tivy Invitational, the Kerrville Hosses defeated Reagan VU by a disciplined Mustang press and 20 of 26 free throws. Jim Leach led with 16 points while Wayne Roberts and Ronny Pearson added 14 each as the Mustangs built a early 21-10 lead and held the edge through halftime awaiting the next pages.
Santa led through Andrews as two bands and 17 parade entries showcased in a holiday procession. Delta Beta Epsilon Sigma Alpha won with Christmas Around the World float, followed by 4 H Girls Club foil tree float, Tau Tat Beta Sigma Phi tree and mother storyteller, with Scout Troop 120 and others earning honorable mentions.
A delegation from the Permian Basin Presidential Museum in Odessa visits the Andrews County Museum on Saturday December 9 from 10 to 12 a.m. John Ben Shepherd leads the group with Mrs. Cecil Gerber serving as hostess and ambassadors on hand. The public is invited to greet the entourage before they continue to other Permian Basin museums.
A fire at The Paint and Body Shop at Johnny Smith Motor Co burned two company owned pickups on the premises around 7 30 p m. One pickup burned completely. the other sustained about 875 dollars in damage. The shop remained in operation and planned to be fully back within 60 to 90 days. Smoke damage required cleanup after flames entered through the door.
Two 17 year old Andrews youths were arrested Tuesday afternoon on the Lamesa highway for possession of marijuana. Game warden Al Therwanger led the arrest with aid from county deputies and city police after suspecting activity and finding marijuana thrown from their car. Both are released on $5,000 bond pending grand jury action. One earlier posted $200 bond on speeding charges.
The Andrews Sanitation Department speeds brush collection with a second truck and shifted crews after a study by Director Joel Locke. The town now sees brush service in about 10 days, with weekly operations on Wednesdays and a future radio dispatch to direct the second truck to regular routes.
The Andrews Rotary Club will host a residential Christmas Lighting Contest from December 6 to December 21, 1972. George Harrill, contest chair, notes prizes for winners and urges participation to beautify the city and spread holiday spirit. Entry forms are available from Texas Electric Service Co., Andrews County News, Chamber of Commerce, or Rotary Club members. entries must be mailed to Box 128 by December 19, 1972.
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