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Andrews County News

Location

Andrews, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1971

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Difference Between In Laws And Outlaws Joke

A humorous line notes that the distinction between in laws and outlaws is a promise to repay, playing on family relations and legal terms for a light pun.

Ira Lee Brannan’s wild Brownwood game finger tale

Ira Lee Brannan, a local accountant, claims a Brownwood game incident left his right index finger bandaged and splinted. He says during the first quarter he shouted we’re number one and a Brownwood fan shot his finger off, a tale he presents with humor amid chilly, rainy game chatter.

Ira Lee Brannan Ira Lee

Pay Delays Spur Widespread Financial Strain

A report notes many individuals stay current with current events yet struggle to meet payments. The piece highlights widespread arrears across households, stressing the impact on daily life and credit standings.

Admiral Hogue Listens to Buyers as House and Trees Go

Admiral John Hogue announces his house is for sale along with three peach trees and two large pecan trees. The move is framed as a real estate transaction to seal the deal, while he remains in town to serve.

John Hogue John

The Safest Time To Criticize Children

A reflective adage notes that criticizing one’s own children is safest only after they reach adulthood. It emphasizes restraint and timing in parental judgments.

Midland SPCA pet cemetery records 1300+ burials

The Midland SPCA operates a four acre pet cemetery and shelter one third mile north of Midland Country Club on North La mesa Highway. Over 1300 pets buried with markers noting pet and owner names and birth-death years. Burial costs range from 20 to 35 dollars including plot coffin headstone and pickup.

Andrews Midland Midland 5 P.C.A Midland Society For the Prevention of Cruelty Midland Country Club Lamesa Highway S.P.C.A Odessa Big Spring Lamesa Monahans Angelo Crane Houston Hobbs Jal New Mexico Andy

Calloway Wins Election To County ASC Committee

C W Calloway named member with M M Fisher Jr. and Lloyd Morgan as alternates after the county ASC committee tabulated ballots on December 8. The committee directs county ASCS office programs for farmers and the public, with officials praising farmer elected leadership and service. County Executive Director Lee W Tabor expresses anticipation for new members.

C. W. Calloway M. M. Fisher Jr Lloyd Morgan ASC ASCS Lee W Tabor

Andrews Mustangs Break Meet Scoring Record In Opener

The Andrews Mustangs crushed Sweetwater 107 to 74 to set a tournament single game scoring record. Mike Pearson led with 20 points, followed by Albert Maxie and Clay Gray with 18 each as Andrews built a big lead after halftime.

Jim Leach Sweetwater Albert Maxie Leach Mustangs Andrews Mustangs Canyon Andrews Mike Pearson Clay Gray Larry Scott Eddie Farmer Jimmy Rose Billy Williams Alfred Rougeaux Wayne Roberts Dumas Demons Coahoma

Sheriff Gregory Seeks Re-Election

J A Bud Gregory has announced his candidacy for re election as sheriff of Andrews County. He thanks voters for seven years of service and urges examination of his record and staff as crime rises nationwide. He notes all deputies are trained and certified by the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Education.

J. A Bud’ Gregory Gregory Andrews Andrews County Texas Commission On Law Enforcement Standards and Education Lee Gregory

Nominations Sought for Citizen of the Year Award

The chamber invites individuals and organizations to nominate a local citizen for the Citizen of the Year award. Entries should be submitted to the chamber office. A named committee will select the winner, to be announced at the annual chamber banquet in January.

Chamber

Goodfellows Ask For Toys In Andrews Christmas Drive

Andrews Goodfellows with few helpers seek toys and canned goods for needy children. Donations noted at the Toy Bowl, with families to receive baskets near Christmas. Toys may be dropped at George Wilsons, banks accept cash gifts, and several church groups contribute.

Andrews Goodfellows Andrews The Goodfellows Andrews Hospital, Inc Wscs of Means Memorial Methodist Church First Baptist Church Arlas Cavett W. J. Stagg George Wilson’s Mustang Drive

Hospital Officials Discuss Affiliation

A six member Andrews County committee met in Austin with University of Texas leaders led by Chancellor Charles A. LeMaistre to discuss affiliating with the UT system for expanded health care. The plan envisions UT faculty and residents consulting with local physicians and education programs, seeking funds from multiple sources, with a phased rollout and a second January meeting planned in Andrews.

Andrews County Texas New Mexico Commissioners Court Permian General Hospital Board of Trustees Austin University Charles A. LeMaistre E. D. Walker William H. Kinsely University of Texas University of Texas Medical Andrews Texas Tech University School of Medicine University of New Mexico Roy Bennett County Commissioners Court Jake Roach Bill Ogden B. B Everett Solomon James Burkeholder J. L. Bassingame Blassingame Medical Consultants Chicago

City Council approves annual auditor's report in Andrews

At the Thursday meeting Ira Lee Brannan presented the annual auditor's report praising the finance department for good bookkeeping. The Municipal Finance Officers Association commended the city for high standards and showed per capita indebtedness down to 7.44 from 22.27 a decade earlier. Brannan offered minor recommendations and the council approved allocations and a police car purchase.

Ira Lee Brannan Department of Finance Andrews Municipal Finance Officers Association of the United States Parison Brannan

Chili Supper for Grissom Kidney Transplant Funds

The Oil Patch Chili Cooks sponsor a chili supper Tuesday from 5 30 to 8 30 p m at the Community Building to raise funds for Yvonne Grissom s kidney transplant operation in Dallas All proceeds go to expenses and tickets are 1 50 per person

Oil Patch Chili Cooks Yvonne Grissom Dallas

Yale Lighting Contest Seeks Residential Christmas Displays

The Andrews Rotary Club invites entries for a residential Christmas lighting contest from December 8 to 22, 1971. Tommy Williams, contest chair, says prizes will be awarded and that the event aims to spread Christmas spirit, beautify the city, and foster community bonds. Entry blanks are available at the Andrews Chamber of Commerce, Texas Electric Service Co, or Andrews County News, or from Rotary members. entries must be mailed by December 17 or delivered to the listed locations.

The Andrews Rotary Club Tommy Williams Williams Andrews Chamber of Commerce Texas Electric Service Co Andrews County News Rotary Andrews

Mustangs Thank 1971 Backers And Supporters

The 1971 Andrews Mustangs credit a successful season to band Mustang Misses faculty Booster Club Mustangers Doc Ketcham trainers and especially the six cheerleaders. After beating Monahans and Canyon fans painted Were No 1 on windows praising supporters.

Mustang Mustangs Mustangers Doc Ketcham Ahs Monahans Canyon

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Brownwood Doc C.W. Calloway Len Wilson Martin Motors Lawton Brevard Council Grissom Fund Dana Hamilton Duke Culp Cheryl Chambliss Pat Rawls Connie Hood Yale
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