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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1968
Page
4
Thomas Truax, jailed on a 20 year term for embezzling 500000 dollars, was stopped near Bishop California as his car passed a highway patrol check with flying colors. Authorities caught him about two months later in Florida.
Congressman Bob Price questioned a recent $100 million U S aid package to France citing fears of further gold drain and possible communist influence. The columnist recalls De Gaulle's stance while noting a broader debate on overseas aid and dollar stability. In a Chicago note, two trawlers failed to haul in alewife on Lake Michigan.
Building permits record Leonard Trosper seeks 250 dollars to roof a 1100 Kmw building terrace. Justice court lists many speeding, license, and vehicle violations with small fines. several no license or commercial license cases. New vehicle entries show 1968 models for several individuals. Warranty deeds record transfers Ora L Givens to James Ray Hackler and Henry Welcher to M M Burgin. Marriage licenses issued to multiple couples including Paul Efird Betty Harcrow Williams and Joe Godfrey Lynette Spicer.
Gary D. Livingston son of Mr and Mrs Rudolph Livingston from Quanah attends Army ROTC summer camp at Fort Benning Georgia with Tarleton State College unit. Camp began June 9 and spans six weeks of leadership rifle training physical conditioning and military subjects. Upon completion and graduation he may be commissioned as a second lieutenant. Livingston is a 1966 Quanah High School graduate.
A citizen letter to members of Congress questions representation and demands accountability. The author argues for limited central government, condemns crime and tax burdens on law-abiding citizens, warns of civil unrest, and defends the right to keep and bear arms. The note closes noting it was sent to the Washington Post.
Linda Stepp and Sue Yowell of Childress were named to Abilene Christian College Dean's Honor Roll for the spring semester. Stepp, daughter of Hugh and 601 B SE, is a 1965 CHS graduate with a BSEd from ACC in May. Yowell, daughter of Charles E. and wife, is a 1967 CHS graduate and a sophomore business education major.
Barbara Hagguard introduces a new Home Demonstration column explaining paraphernalia as practical homemaking belongings and applying ideas to clothing foods and nutrition. She shares her background, announces upcoming Childress events, contests, and travel-themed opportunities for girls 10 to 21, urging participation and planning.
The board of Southwestern Life Insurance authorizes a special meeting to potentially raise authorized shares by up to 9 million beyond 6 million. No acquisitions planned yet, but aim to position for growth through holding company ventures and related financial services. Five month results show life and endowment sales up 43 percent to $109 million. Total new life sales exceed $268 million, up 19 percent, premiums up 17 percent to $8.9 million. Insurance in force hits over $44 billion.
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