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Newspaper
Andrews County News
Location
Andrews, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1968
Page
6
Bowlarama took the high team game with 642 pins and also claimed the high team series at 1792 in the local bowling standings. The event highlighted strong performances across lanes and showcased Bowlarama’s consistent scoring.
H H Drilling holds first place in the City Squares league after taking three nuts from V F W Post 6523. Cass Fitts toppled Team 5. Bowlarama beat Andrews Supply and Rental. Nix Restaurant edged Wright Well Service. Evelyn Clements rolled the top game 212 and Pat Thompson topped the week with a 528 series.
Wrights Well Service holds first place after a four point win over Corner Drug. Henry Penny beat Drilprodco by three points, Andrews Insurance won four from Eppler Insurance, and Magneto Service & Supply defeated Merle Norman by three. Wanda Williams had a 224 high scratch game and Ann Ward led with 561 high scratch series. Rob bie Casey posted 214, Ann Ward 213, and Bert Butler 204 in league play.
Snyder Tigers lost 50 to 74 as Andrews benefited from missing starters. Rocky Raburn fouled out early while Hatcher Rose and Horton missed action due to family illness and injuries. Bader led with 24 points followed by Horton with 12 as Phipps Cox and others saw action.
The Commissioners Court of Andrews County Texas invites sealed bids to 10 00 A M December 30 1968 in Room 104 Courthouse Andrews for a new current model motor grader. Specifications include 125 HP diesel engine 24 volt direct electric starting 14 ft moldboard with hydraulic power slide cab with tinted glass and more.
A classified listing promotes an Avon earning opportunity with exclusive territory, liberal commissions, full training, equipment, and guaranteed products. It invites interviews via Avon Manager Box 4141 Midland and notes a bid invitation from Andrews County Texas officials. It also includes a medical thank you note from Mrs Bobby J Barton dated 1968.
East Central led with six berths as two Andrews footballers earned spots on the All-Conference team. Tom Moss of Andrews made the first team defense after three years with the Tigers, while Floyd Lindsey of East Central was named second team quarterback. Moss, 215 pounds, praised for speed and strength, is noted as a repeat selection and a key tackler. Lindsey directed the East Central offense with 1 040 total yards in seven games, completing 60 of 122 passes for 693 yards and 347 rushing yards. Teammates John Wells and Jack May also earned recognition. May is the starting freshman on the squad.
The Ponies defeated Hobbs 71 to 59 to avenge a prior loss at Hobbs. In Seminole the Colts dropped two games with the A team losing 53 to 49 as Mickey Matthews scored 16 and Eddie Farmer 12. The B team fell 31 to 29.
The WMS Bible Study Group met Wednesday morning at Mrs. W. R. Schooley’s home for their monthly session. Mrs. Carl Grissom led the 9 30 study from Exodus and Numbers with hot spiced tea coffee and doughnuts served. Women may attend the first Wednesday meetings.
TOPS Lite Niters met Thursday evening and set a Thursday, Dec. 19 installation date for new officers. Mrs. Ronnie Simmons was named queen of the week. At the installation program, winner of the Treasurer Chest will receive all kitchen items placed in the chest during the current weight loss contest. Present for the meeting were Mesdames Pink Bradley, Ronnie Maddox, Gene Hamilton, and Gil Mashburn.
The annual Christmas party for C R Anthonys employees was hosted by Mr and Mrs Jake Springer after hours. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Triny Lozona Mr and Mrs Bill Jones Eva Bently and others. Cake coffee and soft drinks were served and gifts exchanged.
Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. H. T. Neher on a son born at 7:29 p.m. December 10 weighing 6 pounds 12 ounces. Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Shirley welcomed a daughter born 8:53 a.m. December 13 weighing 6 pounds 8 3/4 ounces. Mr. and Mrs. Conrad Turner welcomed a daughter born 9:20 a.m. December 13 weighing 6 pounds.
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