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Newspaper
Andrews County News
Location
Andrews, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1966
Page
1
In a courtroom dialogue, Pete wrestles with new legal procedure requiring the right to remain silent and access to a lawyer before any interrogation. The sheriff explains the Fifth Amendment protections as Pete pleads to confess under the old method but must wait for counsel. Page 4.
Two Fort Worth men, Allen Lamar and Carlee Allen, both 23 and 30, were arrested by Andrews County deputies five miles west of Tarzan on Highway 176 after an armed robbery in Big Spring. They faced arraignment on armed robbery charges in Big Spring.
County commissioners approved bids including five International V8 pickups for 8925.25 plus three trade ins from Martin Rambler, awarded a dump truck to M-M Chevrolet for 3938.70, and granted land purchase for a new county park at 5000. They also authorized Pan American right of way, moved shrubbery from Goodfellow to the new park, and planned two mercury vapor floodlights for Pioneer Park. Monthly bills were approved and bids on the old nurses home were set to open.
Jack Ramsey, deputy in Andrews for five months, will become head deputy in Gaines County starting June 15. Ramsey came from Midand where he was a law enforcement officer. Sheriff Bud Gregory said they hate to lose Ramsey but it’s a better offer for him. A new deputy will be named in Andrews soon.
Andrews County library moves next week to the former East Elementary building for summer while improvements are made. County librarian Mrs. Russell Austin says the library will close the week of June 20 and reopen June 27 at the East Elementary location with the south entrance. During moving week, due books may be returned without fines.
A family dispute ended in a shooting at the Bert Thomas residence in Andrews. Joe Mike Allen surrendered to sheriff officials and faces assault with intent to murder charges after shooting Jimmy Day in the leg at around 9 30 p m. Day was hospitalized. Witnesses described tensions with Allen and estranged wife Cheryl. Sheriff J A Bud Gregory and deputies investigated.
Citywide sale runs Friday and Saturday from 6 to 9 p m at the youth center to raise funds for a Kiddie Park lighthouse. Items donated may be brought Thursday or Friday and Saturday. Rotary keeps 10 percent. 90 percent to owners. Auctioneers music and refreshments provided. Customers may come and go both nights. Community urged to support.
Permian General Hospital, a tax supported institution, won approval to participate in the Medicare program set to begin in July. The decision was announced by Everett Solomon, hospital administrator, at the monthly board meeting. Andrews Hospital also sought Medicare approval, with administrator Albert Sydesma traveling in Holland. status of their approval was unclear.
The hospital posted a yearly total of 27402.73 dollars with a net operating loss of 6708.95 including depreciation. During the month 223 patients were dismissed and 266 treated. there were 14 newborns and two deaths. At month end 45 patients remained.
A Texas Highways brochure showcases the Andrews domed high school in a color spread, with Houston’s Astrodome pictured later. The 32 page glossy guide divides Texas into six recreational regions, highlighting hunting, fishing, regulations, maps, and regional attractions. It aims to show a cross section of Tex as vacation variety for all.
A fox squirrel bit Mrs. Pauline Barron on the leg several times this week in Blair Acres. Humane officials report the animal has hung around the Barron yard since last week and is now at the city animal shelter under observation. Officials also collected pigeons at the residents' request as part of a growing local menagerie.
The West Texas Trail Riders Association starts a four day journey from Andrews on June 27 with breakfast, then camps at 3 Bar Winkler County Park Pyote and Pecos. A barbecue dance and parade await in Pecos on July 1. A June 18 Odessa meeting sets plans. membership is $3 and meals are catered from Monahans. Trophies reward oldest and youngest completing the trip.
Aaron Roberson a 1966 Andrews High School graduate received a $4000 Moody Scholarship for top UIL math achievement. He will attend Texas University with $1000 per year for four years. Roberson placed high in state UIL slide rule events and won at the Texas A&M statewide meet. He is the son of Mr and Mrs A E Roberson of 805 NW Std 1.
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