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Newspaper
Rusk Cherokeean
Location
Rusk, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1961
Page
1
Grady Dupree notes a Cherokeean issue announced a Lions Club Rodeo calf give away. The animals are described as registration quality but do not come with official papers, sparking clarification efforts.
Clarification on how each FFA chapter and 4-H club in Cherokee County chooses its single entrant. Each group is responsible for selecting one young man to enter the competition.
Grady along with Round about and thousands of Rodeo fans await the big Rodeo week end on August 10 11 and 12.
Young Mac Lovelady tells of a 500 lb black bear killed near his grandparents home at Hughes Springs. He carries a picture and news clipping to prove the tale, after facing initial disbelief from locals.
A reader praises Walter Deckard for his considerate friendwork. He recently brought magnolia blossoms to Mrs Roundabout, who has a special fondness for them, highlighting his acts of generosity toward others.
A feature invites readers to view Cherokee County life at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lonnie Jenkins near Gallatin. The piece notes the story and photos on page four may shift from antique category as it reveals early local life.
Seventh grade pupils at Gallatin Elementary will attend classes in Rusk this fall as Gallatin's enrollment cannot support three teachers. About 46 pupils are expected in Gallatin next year. The Gallatin district consolidated with Rusk two years ago. high school students go to Rusk and the elementary school remains in Gallatin.
Forty three persons have been cited to appear before the city equalization board on July 11. The board members are J. R. Westbrook J. P. Favaron and Abner Webb.
The First State Bank of Rusk announced a new rest savings account named togethership offering 3 percent interest, compounded quarterly, starting July 1. It will be the only interest paying savings option in Cherokee County and aims to simplify banking by combining checking and savings in one institution.
Deputy Sheriff Willie J. Dickson, with the County Sheriff's Department since 1955, will leave to join the Jacksonville Police Department likely at the end of June. He will fill a vacancy created by a patrolman’s resignation. Sheriff Allen Dotson regrets the loss but believes Jacksonville will benefit from his service.
A misdemeanor negligent homicide charge was filed Tuesday against 32 year old Bob Hollis of Jacksonville after a Monday night head on collision that killed Longview couple Gerald Ray Yancey and Jean Walker Yancey. County Attorney Paul Cox prosecutor George McCardell filed the complaint. The Yanceys were the victims in the wreck.
Gallatin School reunion plans on Sunday July 2 draw calls from Mrs. J C Moore for large attendance. Noon lunch under oaks recalls childhood play. newsmen invited for coverage.
The Cardinals suffered a 6-1 loss to the Indians last Friday dropping from first to fourth. On Tuesday the Yankees defeated the Cards again to seize league leadership. The Red Sox held third after beating the Braves 17-5, while the Giants crushed the Braves 21-1. Standings on Wednesday.
Monday night awards were given to Bulah Ponta and Central High for cash prizes in the community improvement contest. Reklaw and New Hope received certificates at the Cherokee County Community Council gathering at Jim Hoge State Park with a covered-dish supper and local officials in attendance.
City police will intensify patrols on Crockett Street after residents complained of speeding and no passing violations. Chief Homer Smith said the 30 mph limit and long no passing stretch contribute to danger, with six tickets issued last weekend. No injuries were reported from a Sunday Lone Oak Street incident where a child rolled a car into another vehicle.
City files condemnation action for Highway 69 right of way seeking 11 acres of land, J. A. Ejidson parcel, in county court. The first condemnation suit was filed on June 23.
The city will issue 840000 total debt including 340000 tax bonds while retiring 175000 revenue bonds. Present debt stands at 465000 and official per capita debt exceeds 170 dollars, with higher figures if population adjustments are used. Eminent domain actions target Eidson property and council aims to begin work by mid August under City Attorney McVicker.
Leon Theriot, band director at Rusk High School for two years, resigns effective this week to lead the Bridge City Texas music program. Bridge City will be a Triple-A school next year. Rusk officials seek a new director as interviews proceed.
The FAA has approved a 64957 bid from Dan Pennington of Grapeland for the Cherokee County airport. A Thursday meeting with commissioners and FAA engineer Bob Boswell will finalize contract terms, with construction to start once signed. The plan covers paving dirt work grading fencing and clearing approaches.
Greenberry Jenkins and family carved a home a seven mile trek north of Rusk near Gallatin. Lonnie Jenkins recalls living in the 137 year old hand hewn house built by Greenberry and kin. The tale follows a pioneer era from Alabama to Texas wild country tamed.
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