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Newspaper

Andrews County News

Location

Andrews, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1956

Page

7

New Residents Move Into Andrews Community

A flood of new residents arrive in Andrews from diverse locations including Corpus Christi Plainview Kermit Odessa Caney and Los Angeles. Families settle at addresses on NW 7th 8th 12th and 13th Streets with roles in drilling paving and construction firms.

N. Fh Purcris Parkes Driite Co David Murphy Andrews Corpus Christi N. W Leo Hagler Larry Deane Kermit Ralph Gladden Mike Lynn Deborah Odessa N. W. 13Th Gladden Great Western Drilling Co F. D. Barton David Carolyn Plainview No. 13Th Barton Horton Plumbing Co A. L. Richardson Nelda Danny Roger Caney Oklo Montgomery Apt Richardson Wallace W. Adams Coleman Adams Carl Ham Duane Dumas Barbara Carla Dennis Brenda Seminole Dumas Centex Paving Co R. P. Nichols George Panny Stephen Graham N W Nichols Barold Mud Service C. W. Apple Sherry Karen Comanche Oklahoma Apple Halliburton E. A. Schiffers Los Angles Calif Schiffers Stanolind Gere Beck Gloria Larry Jimmy 1 Lamesa S W Beck Herne Motor Freight Lines E. N. Henry Hobbs N. M Ralph Brooks Ranger Hubert Clay Billy 9 Sandra Kay Andrews Iron An Willevine Clay D. Harris Drilling Co Charles Radan Tony Kenny Charles Lisa New Orleans Radan

Spud Green Wins Welterweight Title at Odessa TAAF

Spud Green of the Andrews Jaycees captured the welterweight division in the TAAF amateur boxing tournament in Odessa on Saturday. Green TKd an opponent in the second round Thursday night and won a three round decision over Manual Gonzales on Friday after a bye. Teams from the Permian Basin competed with Pecos leading after taking five of eight open division championships Saturday night.

Green The Andrews Jaycees Manual Gonzales Permian Basin Pecos

Brigade Of Berry Pickers Harvesting Bumper Crop

A Louisiana dewberry harvest story notes the bucket brigades along the Mississippi banks. Workers receive 12 to 25 cents per pound, with hundreds involved across towns and farms as mechanization begins to touch the packing and shipping process through New Orleans plants.

Bucket Brigade Louisiana Mississippi Oranches New Orleans Barker Brigade

Volleyball League Forms For Summer Play In Town

The summer recreation program sponsors a men’s volleyball league that began June 25 and will use the Junior High School gym at 7:30 and 8:30. Practice occurs Tuesdays. The schedule lists matchups for July including Downtown Lions, Evening Lions, Jaycees, Johnson Independents, and Downtown Lions opponents.

Eveng Lions Downtown Lions Jaycees Johnson Johnson's Independents Evening Lions Jaycee Jay

Local Families Relocate to Andrews from Various States

Kenneth StClair and Sue Cummins join a string of new arrivals in Andrews moving from Texas and New Mexico. Families at 707 S W 1st and 208 S W 2nd list occupations with Pioneer Drilling Carruth Trucking and Western Service Drill.

Kenneth StClair Texas University Austin Sue Cummins Albuque New Mexico Roy Welch Ralph Lowe R. M. Bagley Marthelle Larry Clark Reginald Sherry Kay Brownfield S W Bagley Pioneer Drilling Co John H. Bowden John Henry, Jr Charlotte Anita Rickey Wade Gainesville Ala S. W Bowden Carruth Trucking Co James Kauffmen Levelland Blue Top No Kauffmen Western Service Drill Co Charles W. Price Bill Carla Stephen Herman Andrews Price Well Service

Commete line of party Gifts unusual Gifts and cressories

A cordial welcome marks the opening of a display of personalized party gifts and accessories. The collection features unique items and custom adornments aimed at adding a personal touch to celebrations.

Commete

Cotton Knit Box Jacket and Halter-Topped Sheath Love Bond

Cotton this box jacket by Donovan of Dallas combines hand washable cotton knit with a halter-topped lus trous cotton gabardine sheath. The line emphasizes care to prevent shrinking or stretching and notes the knit family is pleased with the new fabric.

Cody Donovan Dallas

Andrews County Sealed Bid Notice for 1956 Truck

The Commissioners Court of Andrews County Texas will receive sealed bids in the County Judge's office at the courthouse in Andrews on July 2 1956 until 10 00 A M for one 1956 Truck Chase and Cab 2 1/2 ton with V 8 158 HP engine and 272 cubic inch displacement Red color dump bed saddle tanks and new 2 speed PTO. Trade in is one 1954 Dodge 2 ton chassis and cab. The county may reject any or all bids and waives informalities. Virgil Lasater County Judge. Published News June 22 and 29 1956.

Commissioners’ Court Andrews County Andrews Texas Truck Chase & Cab Dodge Commissioners’ Court of Commissioners Court OF Andrews Texas Virgil Lasater the News

Lubbock Coliseum to Open with Star Studded One Night Show

The Lubbock Coliseum opens on July 3 at 8 00 PM with a star packed one night showcase headlined by Jane Powell. Also featured are Gil Lamb the Wiere Brothers Seymour Wing Merlin and Wanda Bell Paul Neighbors and His Orchestra Winged Victory Chorus and more. Tickets range from 1 20 to 4 40 and can be bought at the Lubbock Auditorium Box Office or by mail orders sent to Lubbock Auditorium care of City Hall.

Lubbock Coliseum Jane Powell Hollywood Gil Lamb Statler-Hilton Dallas Wiere Brothers Paul Neighbors South Plains Lubbock Auditorium Lubbock

Congers Attend Funeral Of Friend In Eden

Mr and Mrs F D Congers attend funeral services for Gene Harris held Tuesday at the Eden Methodist Church Harris was Eden’s mayor and Ford Mercury dealer Conger served as a pallbearer

F. D. Congers Gene Harris Eden Harris Ford Mercury Conger

Corn Er Drug Store Assurance Note

The Corn Er Drug Store stresses reliable service and clear thinking in filling prescriptions and compounding drugs for the welfare of humanity. It assures dependability for all prescription needs and emphasizes careful care.

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