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Newspaper
Wellington Leader
Location
Wellington, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1997
Page
1
Tommy Hudson for the National Weather Service reports November 1997 brought 62 inches of rain. The month featured an average high of 61.4 degrees and an average low of 35.17 degrees.
The Wellington Independent School District showcases its bands with a Sunday Christmas concert at 2 p.m. in the high school auditorium on 15th Street. Sixth and Seventh Grade bands perform selections arranged by Sweeney Lavender Story and Del Borgo, followed by the Rocket Regiment finale including Mannheim Steamroller pieces.
Jim Forrester announces candidacy for a March 1998 Democratic primary. He cites resilience after fires floods and a park loss, highlighting nine bridge projects a rebuilt park and 911 addressing. He credits commissioners employees and faith, pledging efficient government and fair judicial conduct.
Norwood Elementary presents IT ALL HAPPENED IN THE COUNTRY on December 18 at 7:00 p.m. Dennis and Nan Allen created the show about two city kids hearing the real Christmas story. Cast includes City Kids Steven Bentley Katie Smith and others. country folks and helpers list many local participants. A solo Dustin Ward a duet Steven Bentley with Trent Shreffler and sign language STO highlight the performance.
Judge Earl Janes of Collingsworth County completed a 20 hour Continuing Judicial Education seminar held December 25 1997 in Tyler. The Texas Justice Court Training Center at Southwest Texas State University San Marcos sponsored the event, one of five seminars for elected Justices of the Peace to meet Article 27.005 requirements. Topics included Judicial Ethics New Legislation Traffic Laws Inquests Family Violence and more.
The Wellington Leader announces a special Christmas edition with a December 18 1997 dateline to be distributed next week at the normal time.
The Collingsworth Public Library donated 686 to the Christmas Blessing Fund for Children from the 1997 Festival of Trees. Librarian Vicki Decker credited festival artists and noted bidding generosity from Tri-County Co-op, the 1954 Study Club, Rose Mary Throne, Elmer Keller, Southwest Coca-Cola Bottling, Gay McAlister, and others to aid less fortunate families. May all have a Merry Christmas.
Zeb Roberson announces plans to file for re election as Commissioner Precinct II in Collingsworth County. He notes nine years in office, dedication to county business, and says labor and equipment from him and other commissioners have been donated at no county cost. He cites tax policy and past finances from a murder trial, and urges residents to call their commissioner with problems.
Yvonne Brewer, Collingsworth County treasurer, announces intent to seek re election. She thanks residents for support since taking office and says she will continue to serve efficiently and courteously, asking for votes in the upcoming primary.
Dudley Coleman announces candidacy for re election in the Democratic Primary in March 1998. He highlights a 1991 state education mandate for county officials, notes courthouse renovations after a 1994 hail storm, and praises the West Texas Rural Counties Association for fire department equipment replacement. Coleman cites grants for road and drainage projects, flood damage repairs, and a plan to replace eight 1925 era banister rail bridges, with several designated as historic monuments.
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