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Newspaper
Monahans News
Location
Monahans, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1978
Page
1
A reader recounts a hospital stay that debunks the idealized view of nurses as angels. Despite good treatment, nightly checks begin at 1:10 AM with hourly IV and BP rounds, revealing relentless monitoring and disrupted routines. The piece questions insurance costs and hospital practices, hinting at ongoing PAGE 8 continuation.
Goldie Childs announced today she will seek re election as Ward County Treasurer after seven years in the post. She plans to contact voters personally and promises to work hard if reelected. Chamber banquet nominations for Outstanding Citizen 1977 and other honors are open with tickets 7 50. Dr Don Newbury to speak at the dinner with wife Brenda Pack.
Monahans invites applications for Municipal Court Judge to be appointed by the City Council. Applications are available at City Hall and must include a resume detailing past experience. The role requires one hour daily, six days weekly, availability for jury trials and emergency calls, plus completion of required courses by law.
Building Inspector A P Shiegh reports Monahans permits in 1977 totaled 3 698 506 dollars, up from 1 009 089 in 1976, with a tornado aiding some repairs. Three new commercial projects emerged including a drive in grocery at 707 East Fourth Street and a warehouse at 309 South Betty, plus eight residential additions or repairs totaling 109 350 for December. Dr G S Palmer plans a 17 000 swimming pool at 1101 South Calvin. Other permit recipients include Darrell Lee Shumate Liborio Martinez Jerry McLain and Pascual G Olivas.
Judge Chester Taggart announces candidacy for re election as Ward County Judge in the May 6 Democratic Primary. He emphasizes belief in American political system and public accountability, reflecting on years in office and learning about county government operations.
Odessa College extension courses will not hold two usual meetings this semester. A registration meeting Monday at 6 30 in the Junior High cafeteria will organize classes that can be taught without special lab equipment and with at least 15 registered students. Dr Miles Eckert in charge.
The Department of Public Safety projected 30 highway fatalities for the New Year holiday, matching the actual toll on Texas roads. Nine fatal wrecks claimed ten lives in Ward County, including six head-on crashes and seven auto pedestrian incidents, with Ward County reporting only fender benders and no fatalities or serious injuries.
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