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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1976
Page
1
New York Childress County residents boosted savings and debt reduction through the past year leaving them financially stronger despite the recession. The average household reached year end with a record cash and asset reserve, creating a sizable spending power cushion for the coming period.
Jury selection starts behind a bulletproof shield in the Harris Superior Court trial of William and Kamils Harris. Judge Math Brandter imposes unprecedented security but will not sequester the jury.
The Labor Department reports May consumer prices rose by about seven tenths of a percent, lifting the annual inflation rate to 3.2 percent. The May increase follows a smaller rise in April and is higher than the 3 percent underlying target economists cite.
Greenbelt Bowl Association President Jimmy Rothwell released the official rosters for the 1976 Greenbelt Bowl Football Classic. The Fast Team includes Rodney Love and Jimmy Lynn among others. West Team coach is Jack Scott of Eastern New Mexico State. The game is set for Friday August 6 at Fair Park Stadium. Scott has led the Greyhounds to a 24321 record during his tenure at Eastern New Mexico State University.
Former Texas Governor Connally urged burning White House tapes in the Rose Garden with reporters present as a symbolic act to challenge Nixon and court orders. Haldeman recalled Connally's recommendation after leaving the White House, noting the public burning would reinforce the tapes issue amid Watergate. The remarks tie to Nixon's resignation in 1974 and to broader legal battles over document surrender.
The Childress High School Bobcat Band won Region 1 Honor Band for the coming school year. The 1975.76 edition earned the award after the prior school year, but will serve as honor band next year.
Funeral services were held for Ki Williams 95 a Childress County pioneer at 2 p m in Newberry Funeral Chapel. J R Chism pastor of the Childress Church of Christ officiated with burial in Childress Cemetery. Survivors include three sons five daughters two brothers two sisters thirteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Williams was born February 4 1881 in Sunshine Colorado and moved to Childress in 1886 from Georgetown Texas. He retired as a farmer in the Carey Community and died Saturday night in Dallas after moving there four years ago.
A bus carrying 20 American tourists crashed south of London during Bicentennial celebrations, killing three and injuring 17. The vehicle skidded on a rainswept road near Horley Village. fire crews freed injured passengers and took them to Redhill General Hospital.
Eugene Brandon faces four charges in Carson County Panhandle within the 100th Judicial District. Judge Robert Montgomery of Memphis will preside with Charles Carter of Wellington prosecuting. The case stems from the shooting of Police Chief Alvis Maddox, kidnapping of Officer Alvis Taylor, and theft of a police car.
County Clerk Charles Mock announces a countywide petition to legalize the sale of all alcoholic beverages in Childress County. The petition, numbered with 712 qualified voters, must include voter registration numbers. circulation started June 4 with a July 6 return deadline.
Pasadena AP reports Viking findings show low-lying Martian water vapor far above expected levels suggesting transient liquid water during daily warm periods. Scientist Barney Farmer notes wet northern hemisphere areas could boost chances of life, with vapor maps indicating localized high abundances.
In Washington a new chairman was nominated for the Administration Committee after leaders approved reducing the panel's independence and control over congressional allowances including staff and travel funds. Former chairman Rep Wayne Hays faced accusations of improper payroll actions.
A rainstorm spread across far West Texas and moved eastward improving soil for cotton crops. The thunderstorm brought heavy lightning and strong turbulence, with officials noting beneficial moisture after recent showers.
Funeral services for Charlie Bryan Lindsey 68 will be at 2 pm Wednesday at Newberry Funeral Home Chapel with Rev Copeth and Rey Henry officiating burial in Childress Cemetery. Lindsey died Monday morning of a heart attack at Northwest Texas Hospital Amarillo after arriving from Bonham in 1907. He lived in Childress 30 years after moving from Memphis and operated a self service laundry then drove a gravel truck. Survived by wife Flora Boroughs two daughters and several relatives. Pallbearers listed.
The Senate voted Monday to approve a five nation treaty framework offering a 2 billion loan package to back democratic institutions in Spain under Juan Carlos. Senators praised the move as a step away from Franco era tyranny and a bid to preserve U S ties with free governments while maintaining bases in Spain.
In Rome the parliamentary vote disturbs postwar stability as the Communist party gains share amid a weakened Christian Democrats effort. A center left coalition revival remains uncertain while the Socialists reject the old coalition, signaling prolonged political crisis and slow progress on Italy’s economic plan. Enrico Berlinguer calls it a leap forward and a shift toward negotiation with the Christian Democrats.
Funeral rites for Charles David Campbell Sr. 54 were to be held at 4 p.m. today at Newberry Funeral Chapel. MD Anderson of the Assembly of God Church would officiate with burial in Childress Cemetery. Campbell died at 2:05 a.m. Sunday in Childress General Hospital after a brief illness. He operated a wrecking yard in Childress and had lived there since 1963. He and Nancy Robinson married September 20, 1963, in Paducah. Survivors include his wife and one son, David Jr., of Turn to Campbell Page 10.
Maynard withdrew from the City Council race for the unexpired term of Keith Pitner, leaving J. B Holland as the unopposed candidate. Maynard, now on the Childress County Hospital District board, said he was informed he would be removed from the hospital board if elected to the council. He cited a conflict with board service and a City Council requirement. Holland operates the Sid Holland Company.
An open meeting of Childress Masonic Lodge No. 695 will be held at 7 30 p m Friday for the installation of officers. The public is invited.
Mrs Jess Key made the latest contribution to the Cemetery Fund in memory of A. H. Lankford, supporting parish burial grounds and upkeep.
Doug Moses of Moses and Priem Cotton Co. will host a discussion in the Hospitality Room at West Texas Utilities at 8 p.m. tonight. Farmers are urged to attend, according to Monday’s announcement.
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