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Newspaper
Winters Enterprise
Location
Winters, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1970
Page
5
Local volunteers describe a pressing water shortage during grass and structure fires in rural Winters. They propose a ready to roll water tank vehicle funded by community donations, possible city or county help, and past experience with emergency buys to avoid losses. A monastic fish joke and tax law quip follow in a light interlude.
The Runnels County Archery Association of Winters plans its third annual archery tournament Sunday August 16 at the Winters City Lake range east of town. The reworked range earned a five star Texas rating. About 50 to 80 archers from across the region are expected, including Janie Wright of San Angelo the state and national barebow champion. The event starts at 9 a.m. with 42 targets across four categories trophies will go to first to third in each class and are on display at Heidenheimer's.
Winters High School will start two a day football practice next Monday for the 1970 season. Varsity and B teams train at 6 am and 7 pm, with freshmen at 5 pm. An intra squad scrimmage is set for August 22 at 7 pm and other scrimmages against Eldorado and Breckenridge follow. About 80 players are enrolled, with 14 lettermen returning.
An electric motor failure at Winters Lake reduced Winters water supply to the treatment plant for three days, prompting residents to limit lawn watering. Two 900000 gallon pumps normally serve the town. a gasoline-driven pump can be used if both fail. Water flow recovered Sunday morning and officials praised public cooperation.
The record notes minimum temperatures of 68 degrees on Wednesday August 6 and Sunday August 10 1969 and a maximum of 102 degrees on Tuesday August 5 1969. The data compares weekly temperatures to last year.
The Winters Independent School District board approved the 1970-71 budget, adjusted the maintenance and debt service tax rates to keep the 1.70 levy, and adopted rules for conduct and dress. They accepted bids for Mobil gasoline and milk, set meal prices, hired teachers and bus staff, and approved sale of a school bus.
Winters public schools start August 24 for 1970 71, but teachers begin August 17 under 10 months rule. In service programs run in Abilene for secondary teachers and Tuscola Jim Ned School for elementary staff. Programs cover many subjects with additional courses for counselors and nurses. Superintendent Carroll E. Tatum expresses hope for a strong, supported year and dedication to high quality education for all students.
The Winters High School football program offers a pre season saved price of 6.25 for a book of five season tickets and 1.75 for reserved seats per game. Regular sales run August 24 to September 3 with general admission at 1.50 for adults and 0.75 for students.
The United Methodist Church building progress is advancing on schedule says Rev. Glenn Bowman. Exterior work remains and interior finishing is planned. contractors aim to finish by September 15 barring material delays or bad weather. Furniture suppliers expect completion by October 3 or earlier with some pieces already received. Organ installation could begin after September 15 and occupancy is hoped for in October.
Winters forms John’s International owned by J P Dry to manufacture metal tool boxes for pickup trucks. The 8000 square foot plant at 305 North Frisco enlarges, with two full time and several part time workers. production will grow as machinery and lines are completed. Local dealers include Winters Tire & Supply Western Auto American Supply Morgan Motors. Tool boxes will be sold through Southwest dealers with Loyd Roberson as regional sales representative.
The letter urges support for Congressman Omar Burleson who seeks to amend the Social Security Act to curb HEW Medicare requirements that endanger small-town hospitals. It notes equipment and 24 hour nurse staffing rules as harm, contrasts with elderly housing funding, and calls readers to express support to Burleson.
Winters farmer Billy Joe Colburn has been appointed by the Winters Independent School District board to fill the unexpired term of the late Willis Davis. Colburn will serve until the April 1971 board election when a member will be chosen for the remaining two years of the term.
A Winters Red Cross drive led by Gayland Robinson targets hurricane Ce lia victims on the Gulf Coast. Donations can be left at Winters State Bank or mailed to the Winters Red Cross.
Mr and Mrs Rusty Allen welcomed their daughter and son in law Mr and Mrs Larry Hafer of Denver Colorado as guests from last week into this week.
Congressman Burleson sponsors legislation to ease Medicare rules for small hospitals. He seeks exemption for facilities with 50 or fewer inpatient beds from full 24 hour registered nursing requirements and laxity in other standards, arguing to protect local elderly care and prevent hospital closures.
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