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Newspaper
Winters Enterprise
Location
Winters, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1972
Page
5
This week notes the end of longer days and the start of longer work hours. Readers debate DST pros and cons while scientists caution about personal time preferences and scheduling. A humor column and local quips follow, with a teaser of a Highway Department sign changes and a continuation on page 8.
Weather figures show last year’s high 76 on Friday October 22 1971 with lows 44 on Wednesday October 20 and Saturday October 24 1971.
Ex-Students Association will crown one queen and the student body will elect another from high school during halftime of the Winters Ballinger football game Friday. A pep rally and cafeteria registration precede events. The 1922 graduates receive special recognition, with 32 members noted.
A reunion of all members of the Winters High School Class of 1969 will be held in the high school gymnasium Saturday October 28 from 2 to 4 p m. Ladies are asked to bring cookies drinks will be furnished. Families of class members and faculty members are invited to attend.
Johnny Grammer a field representative for the San Angelo Social Security office will visit Winters at the Chamber of Commerce office on Monday November 13 and 27 from 9 30 to 11 30 a m Residents may file claims obtain information or handle Social Security matters during the sessions If unavailable contact the San Angelo office or call toll free Enterprise 2058 for Winters residents
The Junior Class hosts the School Halloween Carnival at the Winters Community Center on Saturday October 28 from 7 p m. Booths will be run by various school organizations and the public is invited to attend or participate in carnival activities.
Charles Miller, formerly of Fort Worth, is named production manager for the Winters and Fort Worth plants of General Aviation Industries. He assumed duties October 16 and will reside in Winters, reporting to Don Roach. Miller brings ten years as head of C. H. Miller Co. and is a WWII veteran. He and his two daughters will live at 305 Laurel Drive, Winters.
North Runnels Hospital project updates show the Special Equipment Fund totaling $65,186.50 as Ted Meyer announces steady pledges and honored commitments. Funds are invested and earning interest for future hospital equipment purchases during construction.
The Senior Citizens group sponsored by the local CEO will meet at the Humble Building at 7 p.m. Friday October 2. Ronald Stagg of San Angelo a Social Security representative will be present to lead the program.
Voters in Elm Creek district and parts of Runnels and South Taylor counties face a $300000 bond election next Tuesday October 31 to fund floodwater retaining dams on Elm Creek and tributaries and to secure future water supplies. The Enterprise urges a favorable vote to promote progress and protect soil and water while boosting area prosperity.
Elm Creek Water Control District voters will decide a 300000 dollar bond issue on Oct 31 to fund right of way for water retaining dams. Provisional taxes of up to 5 cents per 100 dollars valuation may be levied for maintenance. construction funded by federal grants.
The Winters Blizzards meet the Ballinger Bearcats at Blizzard Field for Homecoming events and a district 6-AA clash. Kickoff is 7 30 p m with notable injuries and lineup changes as Ballinger seeks early district momentum after strong pre season showings.
The regular Fifth Sunday Singing will be held at Southside Baptist Church 617 Crews Road on October 29 from 2 to 4 p m. Several quartets are expected and any group may attend. Morning service is at 9 45 a m Sunday School and 10 50 a m worship. Bring a basket lunch. Rev. Virgil James is pastor.
Mr and Mrs Larry Carwile of San Antonio announce the birth of a son, Michael Gil, born October 22. Paternal grandmother Mrs Claude Carwile of Winters and maternal grandparents Mr and Mrs Gilbert Veselka of San Antonio are named in the notice.
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