County to study leasing Reeves County hospital
Reeves County Commissioners voted to consider leasing the county owned hospital to an organization that runs hospitals. A public hearing to decide the lease and lessee is set for 10 a.m. Wednesday Oct. 27 in the commissioners court.
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Reeves County Commissioners’ Court
Commissioners’ Court
Darrell Glover
American Medical International, Inc
Houston
Southwest Adventist Health Services
Keene
Glover
Marguerita Kent
Reeves County Memorial Hospital
Faulkner
County of
Reeves
Marcus Martinez Jr
Fall fair draws to close with shouting and awards
Fall fair wrap up lists champions across divisions led by 1976 World Champion Barbequer J T Pitts and club champion Optimists. Reserve champs DECA and Hole-In-The-Wall Gang, amateur champ, Ed Dennard pro champ, and reserve duo Oscar Granado Johnny Salcido. Showmanship winner Pecos Jaycees. Junior horse show prizes total 1500 dollars. Sabrina Wilcoxson earns overall points saddle. Reeves County points saddle awarded to Deon Lewis. Children winners Michelle Maxwell Sabrina Wilcoxson Debbie Ezell. Grand champion lamb shown by Dale.
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Gene Douglas
J.T. Pitts
John Pitts
Optimists
Deca
Marion
Bill Cook
Ed Dennard
Oscar Granado
Johnny Salcido
Sabrina Wilcoxson
Penwell
Deon Lewis
Reeves County
Michelle Maxwell
Debbie Ezell
Lamb
Dale
Balmorhea
Cathy Louther
Brad Buskin
Lori Middlebrook
Hampshire
Stom Wheeless
Southdown
Kirby Rankin
Melis
U.S. agrees to give Israel missile system
The United States and Israel confirm a deal to supply Israel with a new highly advanced missile system for primarily anti tank warfare. Presidential press secretary Ron Nessen says the agreement includes certain additional items of military hardware, stating it is in U.S. interests to sell.
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U.S
Israel
Washington
United States
Ron Nessen
Band Boosters Plan Poms and Fruitcake Sale at Meet
Eagle Band Boosters will report on fruitcake sales at the fair and craft pom-poms for the homecoming game Friday night. Elizabeth Dennison calls the effort a show of support for the football team as Crockett Junior High hosts a 7:30 p.m. meeting to discuss future fundraisers. Juan Corrales of the Mariachis Santa Rosa will entertain weekend crowds, adding Mexican music to the event.
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Eagle Band
Elizabeth Dennison
Crockett Junior High
Juan Corrales
Santa Rosa
Gene Douglas
Museum group notes uptick in Pecos tourist visits
West of the Pecos Museum officials report 1976 started strong with thousands of summer visitors, including 2,500 students, crediting city park attractions and the Clay Allison burial site. Board members reelected and plans outlined for museum growth include a patio beautification, new displays and an old printing office exhibit.
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Pecos Museum
Barney Hubbs
Hubbs
Pecos Park
Clay Allison
Archie Scott
Keith Camp
Bobby Bell
Faye Duncan
Scott
Camp
J.J. Maxey
Milford Howard
B.F. Meek, Jr
O'Ferral Pauly
Mike Burkholder
An Odd Fair Page One Feature and Local Banter
Readers recall Anne Vines and her curlers seen at the fair while Melissa Gholson wins multiple contests including a steer grand champion and several blue ribbons. The Southwest fair scene features Mariachis and Eagles Boosters. The column also notes name references and radio chatter amid family‑oriented humor.
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Gene Douglas Ann Vines
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Safeway
Anne
Melissa Gholson
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The
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Tal
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Loma Linda University
California
Andy Register
Pecos Jaycees
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Sa Gholson
Marty Lewis
Will Fernandes
Doug
Emily Fernandes
Lucas Carrillo
Capons
Brian Tapp
Gaye Henry
Dee Henry
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Miles Williamson
Mace
Henry Jaquez
Lonnie Kelly
Oils
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Fort Stockton
Trolfilo Madrid
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Jimmy Bryant
UMAC
Frank Perea
Steve Sweet
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Charles Bronson
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