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Andrews County News

Location

Andrews, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1971

Page

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Handwriting's Flaw Conceals Spelling Missteps

A wry note suggests bad handwriting hides numerous spelling errors. The claim frames legibility as a shield against critique, implying readers overlook flaws in penned text.

Rumor Mill and Drug Problem Stir Andrews Community

A local Andrews editor discusses widespread rumors about a drug problem, denying claims of protecting influential families. The piece urges community action and notes the upcoming grand jury session in July as a venue to address corrections and enforcement.

Andrews Odessa Las Vegas Kermit Grand Jury

Highway 80 Tennis Tourney Heads to Andrews Four Days

More than 400 entrants expected for four day Highway 80 Tennis tournament in Andrews starting June. Event follows Crane Odessa Midland legs with top Texas players, local Andrews winners include Bader, Walton and Braswell in multiple events. Chamber of Commerce backs the event with all city courts used and John Kniffen directing.

Andrews Crane Odessa Midland Lubbock Dan Lee Ann John Kniffen Kayla Rose Nancy Crawford Nancy Bertha Delgado Nancy Irvin Kay Wilson Barry Stephens Andrews Chamber of Commerce Texas

Child Beating Brings Charge

Mike Martindale jailed and charged with aggravated assault over an alleged assault on his one year old son Michael Martindale. Bond set at $3000. Emergency room reports list battered child with multiple bruises to hip legs and nose. X rays taken of spine hip and legs. Child released to mother at 408 SE 3rd.

Mike Martindale Michael Martindale Martindale Permian General Hospital SE 3Rd

Roy Allen Hill Dies at 60 in Big Spring

Services were held for Roy Allen Hill 60 in the Chapel of the Chimes at Singleton Funeral Home. He died Monday in a Big Spring Hospital after five months of illness. He had lived in Andrews six years, previously in Wellington, and is survived by Ollie his wife, a Seattle sister, and three brothers. Pallbearers named. Burial in Andrews Cemetery.

Roy Allen Hill Big Spring Andrews Wellington Jerry Browning Downtown Church of Christ Chapel of the Chimes Singleton Funeral Home Andrews Cemetery Ollie NW 12Th Margaret Winesman Seattle Wash Ernest Hill T. R. Hill U.S. Air Force Elmer Hill Amarillo Ray Phillips Billy Ray Phillips Jimmy Abbott J. K. Peterman L. D. Robertson Buddy Coleman

Rookie polluters clutter Andrews area with litter

City health officer James Bearden notes residents dump junk along vacant lots and dirt roads, bypassing the sanitary landfill. The Texas sanitation law prohibits waste disposal endangering health. See clutter, Page 12.

Andrews James Bearden Bearden Texas Sanitation and Health Law Texas

Funeral services for Frank Goodrich held in Andrews

Frank Goodrich 48 died Sunday afternoon at his home and was pronounced dead at Andrews Hospital. Funeral services set for 10 a.m. Thursday at Singleton's Funeral Home Chapel of the Chimes with Rev. Odell Moore officiating. Burial at Andrews Cemetery follows. He lived in Andrews seven years Fresno 15 years and leaves wife Rosie two daughters Wanda Daniels Manteca and Rena Schulen berger Dallas two sisters Doris Lazenby Andrews and Nella Dell Bakersfield California.

Frank Goodrich Andrews Hospital, Inc Singleton Funeral Home Chimes Odell Moore Andrews Cemetery Goodrich Andrews Fresno Calif Ave. C Rosie Wanda Daniels Manteca Rena Schulenberger Dallas Doris Lazenby Nella Dell Bakersfield

Lampasan Names New School Superintendent

Dr. Norman Hall aged 49, former Lampasas schools chief, accepts the post as superintendent of the Andrews Independent School District this week.

Norman Hall Lampasas Andrews Independent School District

Intruder Sighted at Gibson's. No Break-in Confirmed

A woman reported seeing a man inside Gibson's store around 11 p.m. Monday. Police and the manager searched the building. no intruder or missing merchandise found. Authorities thanked the caller, noting a burglar could have been trapped.

Gibsons Law

City Council Work Session Reviews Gas Rate Audit

The Andrews City Council held a work session at City Hall Tuesday night to study the auditing report from Andrews Gas Company regarding a proposed gas rate increase for local patrons. No action was taken.

Hall Lions E. A. Brenholtz Andrews City Council City Hall Andrews Gas Company Andrews

Customer Appreciation Week at Andrews Firms

Local business firms in Andrews celebrate loyal customers with Customer Appreciation Week. Stores showcase values and services while inviting shoppers to visit and enjoy specials across the district. See details in this week’s special section and on SEE FIRMS, Page 12.

Andrews

Youth Center Report Heard By Boys Club

The Andrews Boys Club and Youth Center held a progress report on activities, noting achievements and problems and proposing new programs for the coming year. County Judge Roy Bennett attended and offered helpful suggestions and reiterated county support. Certificates of appreciation were given to the judge and county commissioners for their support in 1970 71. Attendees included Doug Bruton Jim Underwood Jerrold Hotchkin Jim Clack Marlon Summitt John Wheeler and Clarence Parker.

County Commissioners Court Boys’ Club Board Jim Underwood Clarence Parker Roy Bennett Wes Barnes Jay Moxley Gene Irwin Joe Allbright Andrews Andrews Boys’ Club Doug Bruton Jerrold Hotchkin Jim Clack Marlon Summitt John Wheeler

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