22 Jul 1976
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Newspaper
Brownfield News
Location
Brownfield, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1976
Page
1
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Karla Speed was named Miss Cotton of Terry County 1976 with Rhonda Winn passing the crown. First runner up Tammie Andrews and second runner up Tammie Bailey earned cash prizes. Little Miss Cotton 1976 is D Ann Steele with Tiffany Parrish and Gina Ladwig as runners up and Terri Reed as Miss Congeniality.
Saturday night talent show highlight features D Ann Steele crowned Little Miss Cotton of Terry County 1976. First runner up Tiffany Michelle Parrish and second runner up Gina Ladwig stand with her, all identified by parental names.
A jury returned a not guilty verdict for Chase after about 75 minutes of deliberation on Tuesday. The case proceeded in the local court as prosecutors had pressed charges, but the panel found insufficient evidence for a conviction.
The article notes Owens-Corningware planning a $25 million plus plant near Canyon as rural areas compete with cities for major industries. It recounts regional economic incentives, a Seattle totem pole tale, and mentions a 1974 theft case tied to Tri-Star Gun.
Rodeo kicks off this afternoon at 4 with a parade for a three day run July 22 23 and 24 nightly performances at 8 followed by dances. Pony Express a nightly feature stock by Ray Davis Rodeo Company Lubbock admission 2 for adults 1 for children under 12.
Mrs. Jane Blay announced a county fair project with a meeting set for 8 p.m. Tuesday July 27 in the Farm Bureau directors’ room. The gathering seeks resident interest in exhibitors volunteers and support to gauge feasibility and local enthusiasm.
Brownfield 13-year-old Babe Ruth All-Stars capture first place with a 9 6 victory over Lynn County in the Lamesa double elimination tourney final. Martinez earned the win, driving in two with a third inning homer as Brownfield topped Tri-City and Post in earlier rounds. The squad, coached by David Martinez and Stan McNutt, features Raymond Brown, Freddie Flores, and 12 others.
Terry County farmers placed second in 1975 Texas cowpea production with 848000 pounds on 2200 acres for a 385 pound per acre yield. Statewide output reached 64,0000? No, 6.4 million pounds dry peas and 3.2 million pounds green peas. Dawson County led with 911000 pounds.
The National Weather Bureau expects little temperature change through the week with partly cloudy to cloudy skies. Daytime highs will mostly reach the 80s, cooling to the 60s at night, and there is a slight chance of isolated afternoon and evening showers.
Ken Barr becomes full time pastor of Tokio Baptist Church in Terry County after serving as interior pastor since last August. He plans to be ordained July 25 at Tokio Baptist Church and is pursuing a master’s degree by correspondence from Luther Rice Seminary. Barr, a Roaring Springs native reared in Lamesa, aims to serve the Lord and help locals and Brownfield residents through the Ministerial Alliance.
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