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Newspaper
Pecos Enterprise
Location
Pecos, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1970
Page
3
The Baylor University board of trustees approved a resolution to divest the Dallas dentistry school. The vote also affirmed continuing compulsory chapel attendance as contributing to the university's education program.
Gov. Preston Smith says he will use whatever force is necessary to stop violence from student protests as UT students plan another march in downtown Austin. He attends a White House governors conference and Europe trip, while pledging party unity with Lloyd Bentsen.
Houston AP report says Mrs. Wayne Harrington of Omaha urged United Methodist women to rise to unmet local church needs during the 1970 assembly of the Women’s Society of Christian Service and Wesleyan Service Guild. About 10,000 members are expected. Rev. Ralph Abernathy also planned to address delegates at the opening session.
The Evening Optimist Club hosted Buddy McCoy of El Paso as Achievement and Award Chairman. He outlined how members can meet requirements to win in various areas and praised the club's youth and community efforts including two $500 scholarships and the Golden Girl of the Old West project. President Calderon won Optimist of the Month for March. The club approved a citywide Youth Recreation Program with free swimming lessons and games to curb idle youth activity.
Ignacio A. Cuevas, 38, convicted of murder with malice aforethought by a 12-member jury in the 143rd District Court after about five and a half hours of deliberation. Sentencing set for Saturday. maximum penalty 99 years. Cuevas testified self defense, saying he shot Rito Villalon, 43, during a drive after an altercation at a tavern. Prosecution noted three shots to the back of the head. feud alleged. An appeal is expected after sentencing.
Missed delivery advisory asks readers to call Circulation Dept by 6 45 PM if the paper is not received by 5 30 PM. Provides contact number starting with 445 and incomplete digits.
Second Lieutenant William G. Farnum of Pecos Texas attends a five week air defense artillery weapons course at the US Army Air Defense School Fort Bliss Texas. The training covers operation and maintenance of the Army's missile systems.
Sharon Griffis and Ermelinda Sanchez, both seniors, earned spots on the District 2AAA All-District volleyball team announced after a April 6 meeting in Kermit. First and second team honors went to multiple players from Monahans, Kermit, Seminole, Andrews, and Ft. Stockton with Pecos as district runner-up.
Dallas man faces armed robbery charges after a $2328 theft from the Dallas Federal Savings and Loan and an attempted bank robbery. A bank employee on the fourth floor was approached for time then money, and the suspect was captured outside by John Hancock executive vice president, a security guard, and Earl Luna as patrol officers arrived.
A Pecos called meeting at City Hall discussed the FY 1970 71 budget. The council studied department by department and approved the budget as presented. A public hearing is set for 8 a m June 11.
The Texas Supreme Court refused James F. McKenzie III’s motion for rehearing and kept its April 8 ruling that there was no good faith claimant to a 75.44 acre Pecos County vacancy. McKenzie had sued in Pecos County’s 83rd District Court after Land Commissioner Sadler denied his bid to buy the state tract between private landowners. The court of civil appeals upheld the prior decision.
Senator Ralph Yarborough said he has received offers from a university and three law firms after his Saturday reelection defeat. He did not name the university, or say if it was in Texas, and he planned no immediate commitments.
Kiwanis members from Carlsbad New Mexico were guests of Pecos Kiwanis at Foster's Restaurant. T. J. Midkiff, past Carlsbad club president and former Southwest District governor, spoke on U S Canada Goodwill Week and intercountry customs.
In San Antonio a man was convicted of murder with malice for stabbing Solomon Abdo Sr. during a July grocery store robbery. The jury sentenced him to life in prison.
Staff Sgt. Marge De Grave, WAC representative in El Paso, travels to Pecos monthly to recruit. She visits high schools, newspapers, and radio stations and conducts interviews with interested girls. The Army notes May 12 marks 28 years of women serving and invites inquiries via El Paso numbers or mail.
Harry Gene Dietz reports Pecos Eagles Aerie 3120 has exceeded its state new member quota. Under President Archie L. Hogue since 1969, Secretary Dean L. Hinson reports monthly adds. 35 new members this year. A wall plaque will be awarded at the State Convention June 18 19 20 in Houston.
Army private first class Thomas Alan Hildreth 20 son of Mr and Mrs R D Hildreth of Pecos Texas recently completed a 35 week air defense missile electronics maintenance course at Fort Bliss Texas The course trains maintenance of missile radar systems and related equipment Dietz notes he has worked with State Eagle President Martin Reinhard of San Antonio promoting Eagle membership across Texas increasing by over 1700 members this year He praises Eagles as a crusading order extending beyond fellowship to welfare efforts with death payments and other benefits He adds I am an Eagle confirmed
Marine Corporal Allyn G. Germany, husband of the former Miss Nancy E. Letheo of Toyah Vale, is now serving at the Marine Corps Air Station in El Toro Santa Ana California.
Opening ceremonies at Walthall Little League Park at 1 p m feature Rev Gordon Garlington and Mayor E W Schmidt throwing the first ball. The Yankees meet the Red Sox at 2 p m with major league doubleheaders at 4 and 6 p m. Minor league action at Jim Sample Park has Missions vs Oilers at 2 p m and Cats vs Buffs at 4 p m, Eagles vs Sports at 6 p m. Beginning May 11, single games start at 7 p m and doubleheaders at 6 p m. contact umpire chief Ken Johnson to volunteer.
The High School Equivalency Examination will be held May 23 at East Pecos Junior High School room 113 starting 8:00 a.m. Subjects include Literature, Grammar, Science, Spelling, Social Studies and Mathematics. The test lasts six to eight hours with lunch 12 to 1. Applicants aged 18 or older may take it for a $5 fee and receive a Texas Education Agency certificate if they pass. Register with the school secretary by May 21.
The American National Insurance Company has become a new member of the Chamber of Commerce. Manager Harold Meyer notes offices at 212 West Second and district supervisor A. O. Garcia. The Pecos firm is welcomed into chamber membership.
Gov. Preston Smith declares Texas leads in industrial development for the first time, crediting tourism growth. He notes California second, cites 25 million out of state visitors, and predicts tourism may rival space as a future economic hope. He also outlines plans to hire minority state employees and fund career training programs.
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