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Newspaper
Monahans News
Location
Monahans, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1978
Page
3
Richard C. White wins strong confidence and will face Republican Michael Giere in November. Dick Slack and Ed McConaha set for the General Election in the 69th District after unopposed primaries. State Senator Pete Snellson also unopposed in November.
Ward County commissioners met Monday morning in a record eight minute session to complete a brief agenda. Commissioner George Bentley presided in Judge Chester Taggart’s absence. Bonds for the Red Bluff Water Power Control district directors were approved along with county claims totaling 95 903.98 dollars. With no further business, the court adjourned at 9 08.
Celebration events include golf pro Johnny Jordan coordinating fun activities with tee reservations through Pro Ken Wright, while tennis star Pat Ramsey plans singles and doubles play at the courts. A cooking segment features 2000 pounds of tender beef and 400 pounds of beans with sides as the Riding and Roping Club hosts a play day and a dance at the country club. Chamber president Bentley King notes 90 local merchants donated 9500 dollars to fund the day, with more sponsors sought via the Chamber.
The Physician Recruitment Incorporated meeting drew thirteen attendees. A $1000 donation from Mr. and Mrs. John Fitch supported physician recruitment. The board will limit voting members to one representative per civic group, with representatives from Ward Memorial Hospital Board, Hospital Auxiliary, Cancer Society, Wednesday Study Club, Church Women United, Fraternal Order of Eagles, Rotary Club, and others to be named.
Ramsey said directors to be elected later but an organizational program required officers now. Stuckey named vice chairman with Mrs Boase as secretary Hill as corresponding secretary Griffin treasurer and Mrs Wiggins hospitality chair. A by-laws committee including Stuckey Mrs Gough and Mrs Fitch to work with Attorney Ed Keys. Hill reported doctors verbally committing to Monahans and a dentist inquiry from San Angelo. A surgeon from Big Spring has contacted after Webb AFB closing. Next board meeting set for 6 p.m. June 13 with by-laws committee meeting earlier.
At Tuesday’s Ward Memorial Hospital Board meeting administrator Bob Hill said minor plan changes were sent to Austin for approval and transcripts would move to city attorneys. Hammond expected a rate increase later, while officer elections were tabled pending new county appointees. The city sold two surplus trucks, Elmco Dirt and Paving and C. E. Kelley, for 650 and 740 dollars respectively, plus 30 new trash containers bought from Plackmore Equipment at 204 each totaling 6120. An Odessa doctor coverage arrangement for Wednesday nights failed, and bylaws for the Hospital Auxiliary were approved with minor changes. A salary review for staff is set for the June meeting.
Balmorhea State Park will open this weekend May 13 14 ahead of the official summer opening on May 20. The park remains open through Labor Day weekend and features a large outdoor spring fed pool. A $1 per car gate fee applies and swimming admission is 25 cents for children and 50 cents for adults.
Ward County Republican Party chairman Walter Frazier announced the County Convention will be held at 5 o'clock Saturday May 13 in the National Room of the First National Bank. All persons interested in working with the party for the November election are invited to attend.
The Grandfalls Royalty school offers a Thursday lunch menu featuring daily selections. Readers can expect a rotating tray of main dishes, sides, and desserts planned for May 11 with nut and dairy notes indicated.
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