Bridgeport Rodeo Moves to August Dates
Weather related power outage prompts Wise County Rescue Squad to assist Bridgeport City Hall for 45 minutes. A wreck nearby triggers ambulance dispatch as emergency radio service resumes. Riding Club Rodeo set for August 19 to 21 with eight clubs, parade, and Bucking S Rodeo Company stock. July dates canceled due to quarantine for Venezuelan Equine Encephalomyelitis.
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Bucking S Rodeo Company
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Oklahoma
Redistricting Bill Declared Unconstitutional by Judge
District Judge Herman Jones of Austin ruled the last Legislature's redistricting bill violated the Texas Constitution by dividing counties without sufficient population for a separate House member. The measure would have split Wise County, Decatur, and Port Br Porto? Bridgeport and other counties.
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Band Practice Starts Monday at Bridgeport High
Bridgeport High School band begins summer rehearsals under Director William Brady. Freshmen meet 8 to 10 am for the first week. full band rehearsals run 7 to 9 pm on Monday Tuesday and Thursday evenings. The program aims to prep for the new school year.
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Brady
Ninth Grade Orientation Sessions Announced
Notice calls all incoming ninth graders to report to the high school auditorium on Tuesday August 17 and Thursday August 19 at 6 00 p m for freshman orientation.
Chamber Donates Community Information to Library
The Bridgeport Chamber of Commerce donated a file of Wise County community information to the local public library. Compiled by the Texas Industrial Commission the survey includes about 2000 questions and answers answered by Chamber members businessmen and area residents.
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Rescue Squad President Speaks To Optimists
Wise County Rescue Squad president Marley Pitcock addressed Bridgeport Optimist Club on Monday describing squad duties and responsibilities. He answered member questions and outlined needed emergency equipment while noting readiness to respond to calls across the area.
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Chico High School Student Registration Dates and Times
Students at Chico High School begin class registration on Tuesday August 17 with freshmen 8 to 12 and sophomores 1 to 5. Juniors register Wednesday 8 to 12 and seniors 1 to 5. All students must register at the principal's office. School starts Monday August 23.
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Wanted: Typist for The Bridgeport Index
Help wanted for Bridgeport Index. Must type and be ready to work. Apply in person or call 683-4021 for details.
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