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Newspaper
Wellington Leader
Location
Wellington, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 29, 1997
Page
1
WISD Coach Blair Brown announces the 1997 summer athletic program beginning Monday June 2. The yellow gym and field house will be open under supervision every Monday through Thursday from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. for those wishing to use the facilities.
The Womens Center of the Don and Sybil Harrington Cancer Center and Baptist/St. Anthonys Health System will run a low cost breast cancer screening clinic at Collingsworth County General Hospital 1014 15th Street Wellington on June 19 1997. Early detection through annual exams mammograms and monthly self checks is emphasized as key to fighting cancer.
Collingsworth County Sheriff's Department logs five arrests between May 13 and May 27. On May 17 a 29 year old white female was arrested on a perjury charge with a $2000 bond and subsequent release. On May 20 a 24 year old white male faced forgery and drug paraphernalia charges and was transferred to Childress County. The May 25 entry notes a 40 year old, continued on Page 3.
A total of 28,400 in scholarships was awarded at Wellington High School's commencement. Forty-one seniors received diplomas as awards covered college and organizational scholarships, local scholarships, and school scholarships. Notable honorees include Amber Devoss and Sandie Cantu with multiple scholarships from SWOSU, WTU, WTAMU, and local organizations.
Texas DPS Trooper L B Snider warns drivers to be extra vigilant with youngsters finishing the school term. He notes kids will be at parks pools movies and streets and urges helmet use visibility clothing and safe pedestrian bicycling. Parents should coach safety skills to prevent accidents during summer activities.
First Baptist Church Ellington invites children five through grade five to the Wild and Wonderful Good News Stampede VBS from June 9 to 13, 9 am to 12 noon daily with worship rallies, Bible learning, music and crafts. Call 447-5353 for details.
Wellington Skyrockets fall 8-6 to Abernathy in Region I 2A baseball at Tascosa High School. Abernathy rallies from a 5-3 deficit after a rough first inning, aided by errors, to take the lead and hold off Wellington as Ambitious early offense fades. Coach Tim Allen praises his team's effort as the night ends with Wellington eliminated from the state playoffs.
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