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Newspaper
Childress Index
Location
Childress, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1961
Page
1
In Montana North Dakota and South Dakota grasshoppers devastate fields amid drought with millions in losses feared. Officials warn of a new hatch and urge disaster aid as states struggle to fund control measures and protect grazing lands.
Ballots list 24 candidates for six director positions on the Chamber of Commerce and City Development board for a two year term. Members may vote for three. City Council selects the other three. Ballots due by 5 p.m. Sunday July 1. Retiring directors include Vern Rucker Gaines Highsmith Sam Carmack Allen Shahan Clarence Harp and Alton Ryan.
Directors of the Greenbelt Bowl Inc sponsor of the Greenbelt Bowl Football Classic will meet at 7 a m tomorrow at Hotel Childress. The game is set for August 12 at Fair Park Stadium. Morris Higley, president, says several important decisions are to be made and all directors are asked to attend.
Go-Kart Club members will meet at 8 p m tonight at the courthouse to map plans for activities surrounding the Greenbelt Bowl Game set for August 12 in the city.
Governor Price Daniel urges targeted cuts to state expenses to reduce new taxes. He backs escheat enforcement to recover at least $10 million, shifts farm-to-market funds to the general fund for two years saving $30 million, and proposes a $50 tuition hike to raise $10 million yearly. He cautions temporary measures won't harm road or college funds.
The Weather Bureau forecast the Trinity River crest two feet above flood stage at Rosser in Kaufman County and spill over its banks likely damaging lowland crops. East Fork already overflowing with flooding on lower Chambers and Richland creeks.
In the area around the O. P. Leonard E. V. Perkins No. LA southwest of Kirkland, at least five additional tests will drill to the depth of the Perkins 1A which yields 120 barrels daily. Casing for the offset 1,320 feet south was set last night and surfacing casing to 430 feet is being moved in. After the casing sets for 72 hours drilling will begin on the test.
The Delwin Farmers Association of Paducah will meet Friday at 8 p.m. in the commissioner's court room of the courthouse. State Representative W. S Heatly of Paducah will be the guest speaker to discuss his Mexico City visit regarding the bracero program. All members are urged to attend.
United Press International reports the first satellite powered by a nuclear battery was launched from Cape Canaveral aboard a Thor-Able Star rocket. Transit IV-A and two support satellites Greb II and Injun were placed in orbit about 600 miles up. The mission demonstrated a multi-satellite launch and atom powered space flight, with Navy officials predicting a fully operational navigation system by late 1962.
Consumers Union reported a surge of complaints about deceptive packaging in the last 25 years. Colston E. Warne prepared testimony for a Senate antitrust subcommittee noting more than 100 products cited, from detergents to meat, with mismatched weights and front labels.
AFL-CIO executive council, representing 13 million members, rejects wage restraint urged by Kennedy aides. They argue negotiated gains fight unemployment and spur recovery, backing higher pay to revive idle plants while a dispute erupts over bargaining rights at Carrier Syracuse plant between Steelworkers and Sheet Metal Workers.
The CofC-BCD Mm Squad led by Dr. J. J. Westenburg announces 13 newcomers: N. D. Frost Humble agent Tom Norman pastor at Central Christian Church Lester Hill First Methodist Church S. F. Peak Saied House Homer Compton Texas Air Service C. L. Carter B. J. Norton Jolly Cup Earl Keys Quality Bell Service Earl Harwell Harwell Insurance W. J. Pleming L. T. Bussey WB Sheet Metal Works Frontier Stamps John N. E. Johnston City Radio and Refrigeration Jack Adams Werner Best A and B Woodworking. M Squad members include Guy Hibler Dan Cawthon Bill Hajek Sam Carmack Dick Preston Mrs Emma Sharp and Mrs Louise Bowers.
Small grass fires, one in the northwest and another in the 700 block of F. Sc., were extinguished Wednesday afternoon by firemen. No property damage was reported.
Suburban areas in Morton Grove Illinois and Mamaroneck New York face rising crime concerns as figures linked to urban narcotics rings seek legitimacy. In Morton Grove two former striptease venue operators apply to build a 3 million hospital amid ongoing substance trade worries.
UAW President Walter Reuther said the union would press for a share of profits reaped from automation in its talks with the auto industry. Reuther spoke at Ford to open 1961 contract talks, noting 1960 bonuses of $33.6 million for Ford executives equal to 12 cents per hour for all hourly workers. Ford warned that continued government intervention could end the free competitive system. Contracts with GM and Chrysler follow. all expire Aug. 31.
Chil dress merchants announce hot bargains for the upcoming First Monday after the Fourth of July. The Sunday edition will feature special deals while shops plan to be closed Tuesday to clear shelves. City Council is urged to reinstate prior policy and remove parking meters on First Monday. City Manager Louis Sally says meters will operate Monday and council will act before the next First Monday.
President Kennedy's maritime fact-finders reported enough progress to consider asking for more time to mediate the 14 day ship tie-up. The Taft Hartley inquiry board will decide by Friday if the strike threatens health and safety as talks continue with the National Maritime Union and the American Merchant Marine Institute.
County Agent Chile Smith Tru man Kidwell and Arrell Cummings of the FHA will schedule weekly farm checks for cotton insect damage. The report lists boll worms cabbage loopers cotton aphids grasshoppers and boll weevils threatening fields as thrips and flea hoppers decline after hard rains. Farmers are urged to inspect for early forms and avoid losses as cotton begins squaring.
Three separate charges of swindling by worthless check were filed this morning in the County Attorney's office by a local merchant. None of the accused had been apprehended. Charged were J. R. Buster of Amarillo for a $15 check, George Otis Jackson Jr. for a $6.80 check, and Bob Gracy of Vernon for a $30 check.
The Jaycees announced membership now totals 50 with Tom Bailiff welcomed as a new member. Plans for a members-only annual party were discussed for 8 p.m. July 7 with the venue to be announced. A Board of Directors meeting was set for 6:30 a.m. in July at Gay's, with guests Sid Holland of Yonkers and Ken Buikema attending.
Mrs. Joe S. Allen addressed the Scottish Rite Club as the principal speaker her topic titled Our Today Crowded Lives. Wives of Scottish Rite Masonry attended as special guests with John Ballew arranging the program and Herman Smith serving as club president.
Two London drugstores faced each other with bold notices. One announced “We have been appointed prescriptionists to His Majesty, the King.” The rival countered with “God Save the King.”
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