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Newspaper
Brownfield News
Location
Brownfield, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1996
Page
1
A humor column piece collects short sketches and anecdotes on perspective and wit. It recalls a dog in a butcher shop paying with a wallet, a mistaken identity joke about Joe, a fisherman wager, baggers vs juicers, and a homeless man appealing to a rich shopper, ending with a note on the boss.
Terry County 4-H held its annual awards banquet at the BHS Commons with Greg Martin as master of ceremonies. Gold Star honors went to senior 4-Hers Regan Graf and Greg Martin, while Jacob King and Ross Martin earned Silver Star for juniors. Regan and Greg received pins, a commemorative watch, and a plaque from Terry County Judge Doug Ryburn. The Silver Star recipients were chosen for youth under 15 as of Jan 1, 1996, including Jacob King and Sarah Hamm among others. Two longtime adult leaders Kim Kelcy and Kathy Longbrake were also honored.
The 36th Annual Old Settlers Reunion is set for Saturday August 24 in the American Legion Hall with 10 a.m. registration and a noon catered meal by Thriftway costing 6 plus 4 for Pioneer Association membership. Afternoon events honor longtime residents and distant travelers, feature Joe Sears Ruth Ramseur and program by Morgan Copeland, plus Harvest Festival queen candidates and memorial reading. Door prizes from local banks businesses and the chamber are planned along with a Terry County Afghan display. Special guests include Brownfield High School classes 1942 to 1948 with invocations pledges welcomes and awards.
Brownfield School District launches fall adult education at Brownfield High School with English basic education and GED prep courses. Classes run 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays starting Sept 3 1996. No charge. Registration at the west door during class times.
Brownfield CISD board met Monday to discuss the 1996 97 budget and set the maximum tax rate of 1.50 per 100 of value. They amended the prior year budget by adding 237 000 from internal funds for capital outlay and technology needs. They also agreed to join a federal School Resource Officer program with the City of Brownfield, sharing about 36 000 to match a 75 000 federal grant to establish a high school policing initiative.
Brownfield Consolidated Independent School District trustees approved the 1996 97 budget during a public hearing Monday night at the School Administration Building. No local citizens addressed the board, and the proposed budget was accepted just before the regular monthly meeting.
This Good Neighbor profiles Jack Holmes who has worked in Welch for Oxy since 1956, now 40 years in the same field tech role with Cities Service legacy. He enjoys daily oil field challenges, cherishes family, and has spent decades painting homes in Brownfield and nearby towns while balancing his long oil career.
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