Roundabout highlights Rusk optimism and hospital aid
The Roundabout column from Rusk Texas notes strong town optimism led by Chamber of Commerce President Raymond Cooper. Visitors Joe Rozelle and Sharon Austin assist at Rusk State Hospital, which received remnant fabric donations for quilts and toys. The hospital plans lake drainage to improve facilities, while the Tourism Committee reports gardening efforts at Foot Bridge Park were damaged by hail and frost. Frances Stover wins barrel racing at Fort Worth Livestock Show. Ed and Lois Stover join in proud congratulations. See ROUNDABOUT Page 10.
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Roundabout Roundabout
Rusk
Texas
Chamber of Commerce
Raymond Cooper
Roundabout
New Southern Motor Hotel
Gene Meyers
Paul Cox
Footbridge Park
Rusk Chamber of Commerce
Gene
Paul
Frances Stover
Ed Stover
Frances
Fort Worth
Rusk and Alto Councils oppose freight office closures
Rusk and Alto city councils met Monday in Alto to oppose planned closures of freight offices in both towns. Mayor Whitehead said Southwestern Transportation informed of the plan to serve the county from Jacksonville, while Alto officials reported no notice of intent. The two councils agreed to record their opposition and Rusk agreed to notify the Railroad Commission and state lawmakers if needed.
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Rusk and Alto
Frank Howell
J.C. Williams
Gene Kelly
E.H. Whitehead
M.H. Norton
Rusk
Donny
Alto
E.H, LeBlanc
Southwestern Transportation Company
Jacksonville
Frank Ed Weimar
Whitehead
Railroad Commission
Charles Wilson
Rayford Price
Rusk Council Approves Sewer Dotonator Plan and Grants
Rusk City Council authorized pursuing a federal grant for a dotonator unit to upgrade the sewer system with an estimated city cost of 11,900 after federal aid. Pamphalis of Wisenbaker Fix and Associates outlined costs and a potential water well project near the new high school costing about 180,000 with ~80,000 grant potential. The body also discussed water supply needs and the pending closure of the Southwestern Transportation freight office in Rusk.
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Rusk
Pat de. Pamphalis
Wisenbaker, Fix and Associates
Tyler
East Texas
E.H. Whitehead
dePamphalis
Whitehead
Frances Stover Clinches Barrel Racing Crown at Fort Worth
Frances Stover, 17, daughter of Mr and Mrs Ed Stover, won the Barrel Racing Queen title at the Fort Worth Stock Show Rodeo. She posted the top 18.38 second run among 75 riders aboard Chigger Dee 34 for Rex Cauble Ranch, Denton, earning 632.18 dollars.
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Rusk
Frances Stover
Ed Stover
Ft. Worth Strock
Frances
Miss Stover
Rex Cauble Ranch
Denton
Chigger Dee
Volunteer Group Donates Remnants to Rusk State Hospital
Joe Rozelle assistant volunteer coordinator at Rusk State Hospital received over 500 in clothing remnants from a Athens based firm to be used in quilts and dolls by the clothing therapy department. Sharon Austin and Rozelle lead volunteers boosting welfare and therapy efforts. The Wesleyan Guild of United First Methodist Church of Rusk hosted a birthday party for Ward 15 patients Tuesday afternoon.
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Joe Rozelle
Sharon Austin
Rusk State Hospital
Athens
RSH
Rozelle
Wesleyan Guild of
United First Methodist Church of
Rusk
Rusk State Hospital Occupational Therapy Department
Volunt
State Lake Drain Under Way at Rusk State Hospital
Dr Lex Neill superintendent announces Rusk State Hospital is draining the state lake to stock with desirable fish and improve the bottom for a better aquatic environment. The project aims to allow wading and swimming for patients as therapy, at a small expense. Dr Charles Hall and C H King coordinate the effort.
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Lex Neill
RSH
Neill
Rusk State Hospital
Fish and Game Department
Charles Hall
C.H. King
Tax Collector Urges Mailing Complete Three Part Form
The Texas Highway Department three part motor vehicle registration form should be mailed in whole rather than pulled apart. Detaching any part slows the process and adds complexity despite warnings on the notice.
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Texas Highway Department
Rusk ISD Board Renews Coach Jordan Contract and Sets Election
The Rusk Independent School District board voted to extend Head Coach Doug Jordan’s contract for one year and pursue a disciplined athletic program. They approved placing 165000 in certificates of deposit for 30 days at 4.75 percent and called for a trustee election on April 3. Sartain Thompson and Hassell terms expire. Sartain and Hassell filed for re election. An 8th grade football program was discussed but action postponed.
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Doug Jordan
Rusk Independent School Board of Education
Jordan
Rusk
Jack Martin
Tom Sartain
Gladstone Thompson
Morris Hassell
Sartain
Hassell
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Rusk & Alto
Council
LeBlanc
Francis
Eer
Signa Lucas
Ila Harper
State Lake
Danny Sessions
Rusk Eagles
Tommy McElroy
Eagles
Panthers of
Palestine
Westwood High School
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