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Newspaper
Andrews County News
Location
Andrews, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1951
Page
2
The notice lists subscription rates within and outside the county for one year and notes weekly Friday publication in Andrews Texas. It states second class mail status at the Andrews Post Office and cites the 1879 act, with a statement inviting corrections to any erroneous reflections upon character or reputation.
A proverb notes that attempting action, even with failure, yields more value than succeeding through inaction. It contrasts effort with complacent results and elevates initiative over passive achievement.
Radio Moscow reports show the USSR completed its five year plan with 70 percent output gains since 1940. Newsweek data contrasts steel coal and oil, noting the United States remains far ahead in overall production and consumer goods, even after wartime allocations.
Report on Tuesday night grass fires showing the local volunteer department lacks effective equipment for fast moving blazes. The new truck stalls in sandy terrain, requiring repeated stops, while Seminole’s compact truck with two pumps keeps constant water streams and can navigate the fire edge, suggesting a practical upgrade for the area.
The piece argues both sides claim superiority in nuclear arms and questions whether Russia would risk a full conflict. It notes fears of prolonged low intensity wars and contends Kremlin leaders weigh quick victory against attrition. An irrelevant anecdote about a man seeking halitosis relief closes the excerpt.
A man vows not to kiss his wife for years while threatening to shoot the first man who kisses her. The bizarre stance stuns neighbors as authorities monitor the volatile situation.
A typical turnout of about one-tenth of voters backed the measure to finance new schools and a band hall. The pro bond side outnumbered opponents roughly seven to one, with expectations the pattern will repeat on the next election. Some otherwise placed readers note late night wandering by unmotivated individuals.
Fullerton residents report vacations from Stanolind duties and moves to Andrews and Seminole. The Fullerton Home Demonstration Club gathered for a plastic upholstery demo led by Mrs. H Owens, while several families planned trips to Cushing Odessa and Electra. A birthday party for Mrs. George Mossman and guests at the Justice home mark a weekend in the community’s social calendar.
The Legislature studies three natural gas tax options dragging out the session. A production tax would hit producers and royalty owners, a gathering tax would target pipelines and buyers, and a dedication tax would fall on long term purchasers. Proponents argue both gathering and dedication taxes may affect exports and prices, while critics worry about contracts and pass through effects. The issue shapes future policy and state finances as gas aids the economy.
Mr. and Mrs. Chas A. Dean with his sister and her husband Mr. and Mrs. D. O. Gray of Kermit spent the weekend in San Angelo. They called on Mrs. Dean's mother Mrs. Naomi Keethley and aunt Miss Lillian Knowles. Mrs. Tom Jeffrey and daughter Mrs. Marvin Fisher Jr. reside temporarily at the Sharon Hotel in San Angelo where Mrs. Fisher is receiving medical care.
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