Montford seen as key for Texas governorship run
The column argues West Texas needs Senator John Montford to run for governor, noting his influence in Austin and his ability to advance state interests. It critiques Bill Clements’ term, praises Montford’s work, and considers potential successors such as Ann Richards Jim Mattox Kent Hance and T Boone Pickens, urging support for Montford.
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Jim Rudd
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Austin
West Texas
Abilene
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Texas
Bill Clements
Dallas
West Texas State University
Texas A&m University
Permian Basin
Ann Richards
Jim Mattox
Kent Hance
T. Boone Pickens
Hand Brothers VEW to host District meet
Hand Brothers VFW Post 6794 will host the District 7 convention this weekend with events starting 5 p.m. Saturday for early registration and a 9 p.m. public dance. Sunday includes 9 10 a.m. registration, 10 a.m. memorial service, church, lunch at noon, and a follow up business meeting. The delegation includes James P. Montgomery, a WWII and Korean War veteran, addressing the group. District 7 covers over 2,200 members from Brownfield Denver City Lamesa Levelland See VFW.
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Army of Occupation
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Extra Years of Zest Senior Citizens Club Opens in 1976
XYZ Senior Citizens Club at 101 S. D across from Brownfield Middle School serves 431 members aged 55 plus and operates from a former health district building. Director Evone Spears notes donations come from members and bake sales in May and December while board treasurer T A Wartes has served since the start.
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XYZ Senior Citizens Club
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Evone Spears
Helen Pace
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C of C fish tournament scheduled in Brownfield
The Brownfield Chamber of Commerce hosts the second annual fishing tournament from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday August 12 at Gillham Pond. Entry is limited to 200, with registration starting August 1 at 221 Lubbock Rd. Prizes include a $25 gift certificate from Bayless Jewelry, a $100 savings bond from Brownfield State Bank, a $50 gift certificate from City Fruit Stand, and a wrist watch from F&S Pharmacy among other sponsored rewards.
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Gillham Pond
Chamber of Commerce
Lubbock Rd
Bayless Jewelry
Brownfield State Bank
City Fruit Stand
F&s Pharmacy
Local teachers placed on career ladder at BCISD meeting
Four Brownfield Consolidated Independent School District teachers were advanced to Levels II and III on the district career ladder. Susan Mason and Beth Hawkins are Level III while Jane Pollard and Mary Sue Ragsdale are Level II. Assistant superintendent Jack Pinson noted state funds are tight but expect funds to be available next year. Librarian Irene Paddack praised Kendrick’s summer reading program with 65 participants and lists can be submitted until school begins. Pictured are Chad Sales, Tito Arias, Leticia Morin, and others.
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Susan Mason
Beth Hawkins
Jane Pollard
Mary Sue Ragsdale
BCISD
Jack Pinson
Pinson
Irene Paddack
Kendrick
Chad Sales
Tito Arias
Leticia Morin
Janna Forbes
Brownfield Council Sets Regular Agenda Thursday
The Brownfield City Council will hold a regular meeting Thursday at 7:30 a.m. in council chambers. Items include a letter of support for the South Plains Public Health District's primary health care grant funds and the appointment of a director to the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority, plus a Meadow water supply request.
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Brownfield
South Plains
Obituaries News Briefs and Church Page Snapshots
Obituary notices and church page briefs appear across sections Page 7A and Page 2B with additional items in Pages 3 and 6B. The brief items summarize local figures, service details, and community announcements alongside sports and classifieds teasers.
McGowan recalls his Down Under exchange year
Brownfield High School senior to be Chris McGowan recounts his decision to study abroad in Australia with Youth for Understanding. He describes how the idea emerged, the application process, and the mid January departure, including travel from Dallas to Los Angeles with other exchange students.
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John Hasselmeier
Chris McGowan
Australia
McGowan
Brownfield High School
Bill I
Nancy McGowan
Dallas
Los Angeles
Bass Seminar Runs Three Evenings At Local School
A three night bass fishing seminar runs 7 to 10 p.m. Monday through Wednesday at the School Administration Building. Instructor Brad Moore leads the Advance to the ’90s task force project. The package costs $10 per participant. For more details, contact the Chamber of Commerce at 637-2564.
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