16 Feb 1956
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Newspaper
Brownfield News
Location
Brownfield, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1956
Page
1
Community items highlight education sports and business updates from Brownfield Texas. Mentions of coach Doug Cox replacing Toby Greer, Airman of the Month Kenneth Bartlett, and local church activities. Readers are urged to share housing leads and watch for a March 17 US Air Force See NEWS-VIEWS feature.
Funeral services were held at First Baptist Church for Grady M Grissom 11 of Brownfield who died soon after a collision between his 1971 sedan and a Santa Fe train at State Highway 137 and the railroad. Survivors include his widow and three children. The accident occurred Monday at 5 p m with investigators unsure of the exact cause though Grissoms car reportedly extended onto the tracks.
Terry County Texas candidate Carl Hogue announces run for Commissioner Precinct 3. He emphasizes business like handling of tax money and asks voters to consider his local roots and experience while facing four candidates in the Democratic Primary race.
Doug Cox 43, longtime McMurry head coach, will assume Brownfield High football duties on March 1 after a nine week search. He signs a three year contract with a substantial salary increase and plans to hire an assistant and backfield coach. Cox’s career includes Air Force service, coaching at Colorado City and Ballinger, and a tenure at McMurry where he led teams to conference titles.
World Day of Prayer scheduled for Friday at First Baptist Church. Rev. Jimmy Tidwell to offer opening prayer. Mrs. Jerry Bioliz to give welcome. choir to sing Beautiful Savior and The Beatitudes. Program titled The Spirit of Power features five parts and readings by local leaders.
O R Douglas Brownfield Public Schools superintendent introduced the keynote speaker Alvin Davis Brownfield Jaycees president emceed the event at Jes sie G Randal cafeteria Stoddard wore a Stetson gift from the chamber.
City officials announce re election bids led by C Primm and Henry Chisholm with Johnny Kendrick as allies. Filing closes March 3 or 14 for trustees as per City Secretary Jake Charen. no candidates filed yet amid confusion. Election set for April 1.
A garbled census report notes uncertainty about first grade enrollments with an estimated two thousand plus white students. It mentions Delwin Webb and references hundreds of upcoming enrollments for September, urging contact at an unidentified phone number for details on the children and ages.
Directors of the Canadian River Municipal Water Authority gave final approval to a water purchase contract revisions to be submitted to nine member cities on March 15. The plan aims to fund a pipeline and secure water supplies for about one million gallons daily, with plans for bond support and favorable interest rate discussions.
Dr. Stoddard, Los Angeles educator, told about 50 Brownfield attendees that freedom costs more than cheap bargains. He called 35 million school children a wealth and praised the three institutions Nome, church and school. The event included installations and SPEBSQSA entertainment as Brownfield residents and guests filled the chamber banquet room.
Fragmentary report notes drilling activity at two sites with details on well depth and operators. Mentions Wellman field, Montoya run marker, and several local names. data appears incomplete and partially garbled.
The article notes a slow start in license plate renewals with over 4,000 cars still needing registration for 1956. Farm trucks and commercial licenses are also lagging, signaling a final surge before the March 62 deadline.
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