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Newspaper
Mainland Extra
Location
Galveston, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1988
Page
1
Dickinson residents gathered last week to honor Councilwoman Lucia Gurley and Mayor Joe Molloy as they conclude a decade and two-term leadership. Gurley praised growth and community ties while Molloy reflected on open government, with both planning future paths as Dickinson moves into steady expansion.
Lori Ann Woodall of Sharpsburg Georgia is named recipient of the 1938 Jewel Giddens Woodall Scholarship Award. Daughter of Mr and Mrs Robert Woodall she submitted a Confederate topic essay and proof of Confederate grandfather. She is niece of Mrs Emily Woodall Ivey and the winner among Pryt Benjamin Crown applicants in League City.
Paul Comits son of Mr and Mrs Peter Comits of La Marque has been named DAR Good Citizen for La Marque High School by George Washington Chapter DAR He was also chosen as first place Good Citizen for George Washington Chapter His resume goes to the state for consideration He plans to attend Texas A M He is class president band president vice president of the Key Club and treasurer of the Honor Society He attended the 1987 Washington Carbide Congressional Seminar and Boys State that year The American Legion has honored him with a citizenship award He is active in church and community serving as reader at Assumption of the Virgin Mary Church
The Dickinson VFW Post 6378 creates Dickinson Memorial Park on Highway 3 from a cleared drainage ditch. Volunteers fund and build a dam artificial lake picnic tables pitch and putt golf and playground with a dedication planned for June 11. A flag day ceremony and limited public access with refreshments are planned.
A New Orleans style Jazz Brunch raised funds for the American Cancer Society in Texas City. The host committee included Bonnie and Charles Rice, Lou and John Ringer, and Deane and Ted Weatherall, with attendees enjoying a lively morning event supporting cancer research and patient services.
Turquoise and navy outfits mix with chambray and lace as Lou completes radiation treatments. Volunteers donate food and host a brunch at Kukral Center, featuring a courtyard display and striped awnings. ACS leaders, families, and volunteers mingle among attendees and decorations.
Principal John Washington opened the Clase de Mayo festival as students and parents filled the gym. Lamet Elementary School children performed songs and dances celebrating Mexico’s liberation, with native dress and biographies of Americans and others who share diverse heritages.
The 58th Dickinson Strawberry Festival drew wide crowds to Holy Trinity Episcopal Church grounds. Visitors enjoyed homemade shortcake with berries, strawberry themed T shirts, crafts, booths, a midways area with games and a cannon salute from Al Meyer, plus live country bluegrass music and rides.
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