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Newspaper

Childress Index

Location

Childress, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1967

Page

4

Corral Staff Listing From High School Journalism

The Corral staff roster lists student contributors and editors including Grimes Barfield Birdsend Burchett Campbell Evans Garcia Grimes Hardison Harris Hill Preston Proffits Rutledge Smith Smotherman Wyatt among others. The page credits editor Grimes and outlines staff roles for the high school journalism publication.

David Grimes Joe Hardison Alice Harris Nancy Hill Phyllis Preston Robert Proffits Cecelia Rutledge Jack Smith Ronnie Smotherman Tim Wyatt

Christmas Customs Tomte Bring Gifts In Scandinavian Lands

In Scandinavian lands Christmas Eve through Twelfth Night feature traditions like straw goats and a visit from the Tomte or brownie. The feast includes lutfish and dried fish, a nutty porridge with almond, and a belief that the first home arrival determines next summer’s harvest.

Shane Santa Gus

Christmas Choir Practice At Childress High School

Fragmentary notes show the Childress High School choir practicing for the annual Christmas concert. Norman Hemphill returns after a two week absence as the group continues to refine hand movements and timing.

Childress High Penblic Ie Norman Hemphill Hich

Dogs Perform Tricks at Western School Assembly

Margit and Helmore presented an act involving dogs in the Southern School Assembly on November 28. The dogs did trained tricks including juggling and hand balancing, impressing the audience with counting and other feats. The act has appeared on television previously.

Margit Helmore

December Birthdays Celebrate Local Students

Happy birthday to a list of December-born students including Larry Browning Larry Rothwell Marlynn Houchin Sally Oyle Jimmy Holbert Stevie Karen Steve Parks Larry Bets Ronald Morris Sally Ann Darling Jerry Dobbs Joe Owl Pat Hill Earl Hagwood Chrys Devol Vikki Gloar Don Hatcher Marcus McEndree Levene Mulis Kathy Myers Sheila Millsicky Linley Judy Harris Joe Komas Jan Wiseman Billy vain Gayla Hutton Linda Baker Susan Shelton Susie Martin and Eddie C Hall.

Larry Browning Larry Rothwell Marlynn Houchin Sally Oyle Jimmy Holbert Stevie Karen Steve Parks Larry Bets Ronald Morris Sally Ann Darling Jerry Dobbs Joe Owl Pat Hill Earl Hagwood Chrys Devol Vikki Gloar Don Hatcher Marcus McEndree Levene Mulis Kathy Myers Sheila Millsicky Linley Judy Harris Joe Komas Jan Wiseman

Bowl Game Predictions Spotted for New Year

The paper lists Joe’s picks for the post holiday bowls. Orange Oklahoma 14 Tennessee 21 Cotton Bowl prediction Alabama 28 Texas A&M 10 Sugar Bowl Louisville 3 LSU 14 Sun Bowl Texas El Paso 21 Mississippi 7 Bluebonnet Bowl Florida 24 Mississippi State 12 Jose Bowl

Joe Tennessee Texas A&m LSU

Has Gift Giving Become A Tired Habit For You

A reflective piece urges readers to revive heartfelt giving at Christmas by recalling the Wise Men’s gifts to Jesus. It contrasts routine gifting with love and selflessness, asking how long since true joy in giving without expectation.

Jesus

Senior Personality Harold Lynn Simmons Born July 10 1950

Harold Lynn Simmons born July 10 1950 in Childress to Mr and Mrs Harold Simmons. He stands 5 11, 160 pounds with brown eyes and hair. He enjoys FFA football speech club and plans to attend West Texas after graduation. His favorite actor is John Wayne and his life motto is Enjoy life and do what you want to.

Harold Lynn Simmons Childress Harold Simmons Roue Lynn A. C John Wayne Wile Summers Paula Prentess FFA Farm Bureau West Texas

CHS Bobcats Schedule Shows Varsity and Junior Varsity Lineups

CHS announces a 34 player basketball squad with Varsity and Junior Varsity rosters led by players including Al Collier Jeffery Cordell Phillip Davenport and Jer ry Dobbs for the season. Upcoming games feature Perryton Paducah Burkburnett Tulsa and Booker T Washington with late December tournaments.

al Collier Jeffery Cordell Phillip Davenport Jerry Dobbs Mike Evans Danny Havins Johnny Hughes Danny Lane Larry Moore Bruce Morey Jimmy Rothwell K. C Robin Kilcrease Rennyland Waren March Marcus MetIndree Jim McKeever David Shackelford Fred Wright Burkburnett Tulsa Booker T. Wash Booker T. Washington

Viva La France theme anchors FHA banquet plans

The FHA banquet on December 18 centers on Viva La France as the selected theme. Waybourn and Hughes Chapter girls work on decorations and a Betty Crocker test was set for December 5 in CHS Auditorium. Senior girls urged to attend with a schedule featuring plays, cast lists, and awards.

FHA Waybourn and Hughes Betty Crocker CHS

Students Favor Escalation in Vietnam War Opinion Survey

CHS students surveyed express strong support for staying in Vietnam and intensifying efforts to win. Responses emphasize defending freedom for the Vietnamese and preventing Communist expansion, with calls to increase war activity and keep troops deployed.

Vietnam David Grimes Althea Allison Tim Wyott Mary Lou Watkins Orinda Eikman Genie Allen Jim Decker CHS

Sandra Nelson Student Profile at CHS Graduation

Sandra Nelson of Paducah born November 18 1949 is a CHS graduate with green eyes and a smile. She lives with Mr and Mrs R E Nelson at 407 D Ne. She enjoys Mexican or Italian dinner and rides in Sandra's favorite yellow car to events and sports. Her films include My Fair Lady and Paul Newman starers. She loves reading Shut Human Bondage and participates in FHA gymnastics Latin Club NSR FTA and band. Her honors include FHA Parliamentarian Latin Club treasurer Jaycee Queen band leader and Greenbelt Honor Band. Her proudest moment is graduation and her philosophy is to live once make it what you want. To freshmen she says make the most of four years. Ideal boy must be understanding humorous and fun.

Ta Herama Tevac Teoh Sandra Nelson Sandra Nelenn Von CTO Sandra Wan Ni Audrey Hepburn Paul Newman Sandra First Baptist Church Cowman Ronnie Genie Zanna Collins Marcel Elliott Rita Evans Marlynn Houchin CHS Hughes FHA Roger Hearron Morris Texas Roger Nikkie Amaril Cheryl Althea Sherry Mary Lou Roxanne Jones West Txas Utilities Ben Bob Walker Browning Tommy Eubank Pat Hill Soph Mr. Hemphill Vicki Lee Millie Clyde Coach West Barbara Waybourn Randy Barber Katherine Dodgens Mr. Proctor Speech Club Ronnie Smotherman Wayne Yowell Cheryl Jones

Youth Council Cleans Rooms For Meetinas

East Ward School served as the Youth Council meeting site with about 60 students cleaning walls doors windows and floors at the November 39 gathering. They heard records brought by students and planned their first party held last Friday. two old classrooms were cleaned for a study room and an activity room while the main room and kitchen were left spotless.

East Ward School Youth Council

CHS Quiz Team Heads to State Contest After Local Event

Four CHS boys Gary Gregory Johnnie Myers Jimmy Trammell and Charles Moore competed in an agriculture focused quiz. Winners advance to A and M to represent the school at the state contest.

CHS Gary Gregory Johnnie Myers Jimmy Trammell Charles Moore

Sam and Bee Find New Homes in Classroom Rat Study

Sam and Bee, two rats in Barbara Wayburn’s homemaking class, tested two breakfast regimens over nine weeks. Bee thrived on a good breakfast, gaining 110 grams with a glossy coat and playful behavior, while Sam struggled on a poor breakfast, gaining only 8 grams and showing nervous signs. After alternating meals, Sam gained 96 grams in the final two weeks, slept better, and remained calmer, with Bee chosen as the winner in the class draw. Bee moved to Mr Proctor’s science class and Sam to Brenda Merrell then Christy Kaye.

Sam Bee Barbara Waybourn Everyon Oleta Bourland Twanda Brown Mr. Proctor Judy Thaten Brenda Merrell Christy Kaye

Spirit Of Christmas Poem By CHS Student Vicky Lewellen

A CHS sophomore Vicky Lewellen writes about the Christmas spirit. The poem describes bells shouts of gladness snow trees and carolers as Santa appears and streets fill with happiness and peace. The speaker hopes to forget work focus on gratitude and drop fighting in favor of thanksgiving.

Vicky Lewellen CHS

National Advisory Commission report on health manpower

The commission urges basic changes in American medical practice and health care including economic incentives for hospitals as a core reform, in its report to President Johnson.

National Advisory Commission On Health Manpower Johnson

Priscilla Advice Columns From a Student Letters

A student column features Dear Hungry on time for meals, Dear Rabbit about a persistent caller, Dear Two-faced about a dating dilemma, Not Guilty seeking trial advice, Confused dating two girls, and Dear 2nd Chair advising about a disruptive classmate.

Two-faced Priscilla Whit

CHS Holiday Notes Bring News From Christmas Week

Christmas chatter fills CHSs pages as students rehearse for the football banquet and Christmas concert. Several seniors host festive plans while teachers and clubs prep events, including FHA dresses and a Christmas program for West Texas Utilities.

School Can Be Family Affair

CHS students include many sibling pairs such as Brenda and Vikkie Lewellen Susan and Cathy Sims Tim and Silessa Wyatt John and Nancy Baker Phil and Kay Campbell Nancy and Pat Hill Sharon and Janice Briley Janet and Vikki Gloar Donna and Max Garrison Cheryl and Larry Jones Sandra and Todd Nelson Don and Fairy Bourland June and Donna Shackleford Althea and Deanna Allison Debbie and Susan Bird Rita and Mike Evans Phillip and Nina Musgrove and Phillip and Monica Gray.

CHS Brenda Vikkie Lewellen Susan Cathy Sims Tim Silessa Wyatt John Nancy Baker Phil Kay Campbell Nancy Pat Hill Sharon Janice Briley Janet Vikki Gloar Donna Max Garrison Cheryl Larry Jones Sandra Todd Nelson Don Fairy Bourland June Donna Shackleford Althea Deanna Allison Debbie Susan Bird Rita Mike Evans Phillip Nina Musgrove Monica Gray

China Says McNamara Resignation Won’t Change U.S. Policy

The Chinese broadcast quoted by UPI said McNamara’s impending resignation is a Johnson pre election ploy to blunt dissent within the Democratic Party. It asserted U.S. Vietnam policy will stay the same after his departure.

Hong Kong UPI China Robert S. McNamara U.S Johnson Democra U.S. Vietnam McNamara

Winter traction spray aids motorists in snow

United Press International reports a direct selling firm offers an aerosol traction improver sprayed on rear tires to create friction for grip on ice and snow with durability up to 40 miles. wears off on dry surfaces. Also previews a portable radio phonograph combo, two rechargeable flashlights, a compact infrared heat lamp, and an aerosol bathroom cleaner.

United Press International

Ships collide off Hook of Holland sinks tanker's rival

The East German vessel Stubbenkammer collided with a British tanker near the new waterway and sank in the early hours. Twenty-eight crewmen were rescued from the 1,814 ton ship, with one man reported missing.

Hook OF Holland UPI Stubbenkammer New Waterway

NEA Reports 4500 Teens Smoke First Cigarette Today

The National Education Association states about 4,500 young people will have their first cigarette today, marking a sobering milestone as smoking habits begin.

National Education Association NEA

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The Childress High School Corral Wid Grimes TH Ni Lies Hi Baltyerry Barfield Vebra Bird Senda Burchett Hil Campbell Mumy Eubankita Evans Lotta Garcia Tomte Ecember Mario Chaves Brazil American Dental Association Conference On International Relations Cats Corner CHS Bobcats Paducah Pampa Perryton Club News Susan Sims Danny Nations Scott Johnston Pam Morey Val Hazelwood Rex Powers Janet Gloar Vickie Lee Oletha Bourland Brenda Mer- Tell Been Pat Harrington Lone Star Gas Company Lucy Lins Harrington Hughes and Waybourn Waybourn Plainview Aleady Rhonda Burchett Smith Hunery Trenhower Priccilla Musterione Whane Rabbit Kat Klatter
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