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Grandfalls Wins First Sul Ross Homecoming Contest Trophy
In Grandfalls director Jim Rhodes proud of a first place trophy won by upper grades at Sul Ross homecoming. Postmistress Ann Swafford recalls life in Mitchell County and the town’s aging post office. Cable service debates surface with Monahans based firm Communicable citing insufficient homes. Local oilman Don Dittman recounts a historic Lufkin pumpjack. Junior Bowden showcases coastal and midland bermuda grass along with irrigation and manure practices.
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Jim Rhodes
Sul Ross
Bob Griggs
UIL
Rhodes
Anna Swafford
Ann
Mitchell County
Colorado City
Standard Oil Co
Monahans
Grandfalls
Postal Service
Thorntonville
Imperial
Junior Bowden
Bermuda