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ELECTRA STAR-NEWS, THURSDAY, JANUARY 27, 2000 PAGE TWO
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NEWS
By Mrs. H.C. Clubb
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Letters To Editor
By Bill Presson
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to apply for Criminal Justice
Division grants
* The Court approved the
ambulance contract renewal for
Wichita County. The County
Most immediate worry lor
most citizens was the threat
of limited household usage of
citizens and business leaders are
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progress, and they are in place
here. Together we can make
good things happen for Electra.
Electra
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Jeannette and Teddie Miller, Publishers
Ann Wright, Composition
Teannette Miller, Photographer
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Conner last week and Mr.and
Mrs Grady Long of Vernon.
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dren’s books as
See ya at the library.
Wichita County Commission-
ers’ Court met in regular ses
sionon Jan. 24 withall members
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Wichita County Commission-
ers Court met Jan. 18 in reg
ular session with all members
present. First order of business,
transported ^1C Consent Agenda, passed
We’re still here, we didn’t
melt down. We’ve been very tedious process but we feel well
busy. The children’s section is
completely bar codedand opened
BOB BBBO
• Playful as a Mouse—This
collection uses faucet handles,
tiles and other bathroom fixtures
as storyboards to tell the adven-
tures of Mickey and Minnie.
“Disney and Mickey Mouse
have brought joy into our homes
for years,” said David Kohler,
Kohler’s president of Plumbing
North America. “We saw the oppor-
tunity to couple that heritage with
the high quality and innovation of
our bathroom products.”
For more information about the
bathroom accessories, you can call
1-800-4-KOHLER, ext. NWS; or
visit the company’s site on the
Web at www.kohlerco.com.
Commissioners Court
can pick them up at
Dear Electrans:
The members of
Hospital /\uxiliary arc
grateful and elated over the
participation, generosity and
hard work of everyone who
helped make our December 17
bake sale a success.
It will allow us to make a
significant gift to the hospital.
Thank You Electrans!
Nell Mengwasser, President
ular bills.
There being no further busi-
ness, the Court adjourned.
Should you have any ques
tions or comments, contact
Judge Woody Gossom at 766-
8101 or Commissioner Bill
Presson at 766 8106.
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members met twice last week,
once to say thanks to retiring
board members Elwanda Hollis
and Don Rowe and welcome
new board members Janice
The crowd attending the
city meeting on Tuesday night
’ spilled over into the hallway as
once to
this year’s activities. We have
much work to do in this, the
third year of the City’s Nain opportunity to benefit from the
Street community revitalization expertise of Texas Main Street
Center staff members during
their working visits to Elec-
tra. Design and merchandising
birthday Friday January 7th.
Happy Birthday Fred.
Carla Oakley of Bcaver Crock Monday.
Eugene Reed of Simano Texas
will preach Sunday January
30th at the Pilgrim Rest Bap-
tist Church at Oklaunion. He
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present. First order of busi-
ness, the consent agenda,passed
unanimously.
General business consisted
of:
* The Court heard a pre-
sentation from representatives
of Rolling Plains Management
Marilyn Schoppa underwent
surgery at the Wilbarger Memo-
rial Hospital in vernon January
4th, says she’s doing fine.
George Trisler spent the
Mr.and Mrs. Don Gilmore
visited Mr. and Mrs. Bryan
Gilmore in Lubbock last week.
Mr.and Mrs. Cookie Idell
and children spent the weekend
weekend with his sister Clara
Kent in Wichita Falls. P
Fred Zippcrly celebrated his Vcrnon. spent
By Jeannette Miller
water carried by the drought
plan. The mayor said this part
of the plan was not going to
be enforced if enough water can
be conserved in other measures,
many of which are Just using
common sense when it comes to
water.
Have you got a water con-
servation tip you would like to
share with your fellow Elec-
trans? If so, send it to us here
at the newspaper. We will share
worthwhile lips with you and
perhaps working together we
can reach the City’s goal of a 40
percent reduction in water de-
mand without the necessity of
household limitation.
of the contract while other
communities pick up lesser
amounts
♦ The Court canvassed the
votes from the Cashion Commu-
nity Incorporation election held
on Jan. 15, 2000, and deter-
mined the votes valid. Cashion
Community is now able to pro
sister notified to pick up, no report, subject released to*grand cec^ "*t'1 incorporation
daughter. * lhe Court approved pay
Agency Assist (City) 500 blk. So Bailey-Medical Examiner ment or all emergency and reg
notified, report taken.
City Ordinance Violation-900 blk. E. Cleveland-warning issued
for rubbish and debris, no report.
Delivery Possession-500 blk. E. Glisson-report of high volume
traffic in area, two subjects arrested, report taken.
Resisting Arrest-500 blk. N. Illinois-one subject arrested-
report taken- transported to Wichita County Jail.
Civil Disturbance-100 blk. W. Bryan-two subjects arrested
report taken, transported to Wichita County Jail.
01-22-00
Criminal Mischief-700 blk. E. Roosevelt-juvenile shooting bb
gun at street light juveniles gone on arrival-no report.
Alarm-100 blk. N. Main-weather related, no report.
Open Door-300 blk. N. Ulinois-rcsidcnce sccure-no report.
Resisting arrest-100 blk. E. Roosevelt-five subjects arrested
report taken- one juvenile transported to Wichita County Juvenile
Detention, two adults transported to Wichita County Jail, two
adults transported to City Jail..
Prowler-500 blk. Garrison-nothing found, no report.
01-23-00
Open Door-900 blk. N. Cleveland-city barn door open-keyholdcr
contacted, building secured,no report.
Loud Music-100 blk. E. Summit-No violation observed,no
report. I
Traffic Complaint-300 blk. W. Bryan-older model blue and
white chevy pickup with no bed, driving reckless, vehicle gone
on arrival, no report.
Traffic Complaint-300 blk. W. Bryan-second complaint on same
vehicle-gone on arrival, no report.
Civil Matter-100 blk. E. Cleveland-child custody matter-no
report.
Weapons Violation-300 blk. W. Harrison-reportof juvenile with
gun, unable to locate, no report.
Welfare Concern-300 blk. W. Roosevelt-welfare check on
female, all ok No report.
Suspicious Person-200 blk. W. Wabash, unable to locate, no
report.
01-24-00
Harassment-300 blk. E. Summit-under investigation, report
taken.
Criminal Mischief-600 blk. N. Moore-juvcniles starting fires
warning issued.
unanimously.
General business consisted
•of:
♦ The Court received an up
date from Dennis Wilde, Execu
tive Director of NORTEX, re-
garding the NORTEX Housing
Finance Corporation
♦ The Court approved resolu-
To The Editor finished the temple of the Lord ’
We arc most fortunate to and the Royal Palace, anc(’
have our Senior Citizens Center had succeeded in carrying oufr’
in Electra and we need more all he had in mind to do ir{
people to take the opportunity the temple of the Lord and-
to volunteer to deliver meals to in his own palace. V. 12 Thel
these people in need of a daily Lord appeared to Him al night
meal. and said: 1 have heard your.
Two people could get together prayers and have chosen this-
and make a team, one to drive place for myself as a temple lor,
and one to get out and take sacrifices. V. 12. When I shut-
meals to the door, maybe rotate up the heavens so that there is-
also. They also need back-up no rain or command locusts to^
people who can deliver in case devour the land or send a plague-
someone is ill and can’t do their among people.
route. In order to deliver meals V. 14-lf my people, who arel •
you show up at the center at called by my name, will humble-
10:40 a.m. and you arc almost themselves and pray and seek.-
always done by 12:00 noon, if my face and turn from their”’
not sooner. wicked ways, then will I hear
Unlessyou’vedclivercd meals from heaven and will forgive
before, you can’t imagine how their sins and will heal their
appreciate and thankful these land.
people arc for a hot meal, a big
hug if you have one to spare!
It not only helps these people in
- ~ need of a meal but it helps you,
Corporation regarding many ol know that you are helping to
*' - keep our community together.
Contact Lyndola or Saundra
at the Senior Citizens Center if
you can afford some extra time
to deliver meals.
Kathleen Weddle
495.-3340
To The People of Electra
'The Lord Appears to Solomon
:I1 Chronicles 7: 11-14 NIV
Bible.
Verse 11 When Solomon had
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Hie, assault ciass a. Subject Style And Character Reflected
In Newest Bathroom Designs
(NAPS)—Consider decorating
your bath to fit your personal taste
and you’ll make a splash at home:
Disney fans can now incorpo-
rate their favorite mouse into
their bathrooms with the Disney
Collection by Kohler. The collec-
tion includes the following lava-
tory designs:
• Mickey’s Wish—A blue sink
with imprints of Mickey’s silhou-
ette in a lighter blue. The faucet
handles come with black Mickey
ears and a black stopper.
• Mickey’s Shadow—Mickey
strolls with his umbrella through
platinum raindrops. Defined by
bands of 24-karat gold, this border
pattern rims the inside of a Vin-
tage lavatory.
By Jannis Haycrs
Main. .Street Director
Main Street Advisory Board these locations. In the January,
2000 revision, it was sad to re
move the name of Electra Flo
ral, a long time business which
closed this month but it was.
board members Janice nice to add TcxasCook Kitchen,
Cranford and Julie Ray, and opened January 3 in the old Had
begin planning for Times location on South Bailey.
In February, local business
and building owners have the
their programs. RPMC as-
sumed several of lhe programs
previously run by the Commu-
nity Action Corporation
♦ 'fhe Court discussed and
considered the possible pur-
chase of the abandoned Texas
Department of 'Transportation’s
facility on Beverly Drive in Wi -
chita Falls. (RPMC had re-
quested the County purchase
the property and lease or sell
back to RPMC in timely fash
ion. 'l he Court voted not to ac
quire the properties at this time
because of potential problems
♦ 'lhe Court approved an ac-
cident prevention plan through
the 'Texas Association of Coun-
ties Workers Compensation Pool
that will save the County an ad-
ditional 10 percent on Work
ers C
(SI 0,687).
♦ 'lhe Court approved per
sonncl changes for Justice of
the Peace Precinct offices at the
Courthouse.
♦ 'I he Court approved pay
men I ol all emergency and reg
ular bills.
I here being no further busi-
ness, the Court adjourned.
Should you have any ques
lions or comments, contact
County Judge Woody Gossom at
766 8101 or Commissioner Bill
Presson at 766-8106.
Hertra
PUBLISHING CO. INC.
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worth it.
, , We are still shelving new
Compensation fund discount back up for business. books, fiction and nonfiction,
The videos are next to be books on tapes, videos and chii-
closcd for a few days. After the (Iron’s books as they comein.
videos we will be bar coding the
effort. Public support from
the City of Electra through
its budget and community-
private sector support from consultant Kay Harvey-Mosley
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necessary ingredients for day, Feb. 10, and Building con
suitant Bill Lindstrom returns
on Wednesday, Feb. 23. These
free services arc a valuable re
source in helping local busi-
Additional copies of the local ncsses and owners of commcr
Business Directory arc avail- cial buildings within the Down
able Irom City Hall and the town Historic District. Call the
Main Street Office. Any busi Majn Street office at 495 3758
ncss wishing to have copies to for information to make appoint
distribute can pick them up at mvnts
Donna and Tommy Ayala of
a few days last
week with Mrs. bill Pate.
Dorothy Clubb visited Bobbie
and V.E. Herring in Vernon
and Shelia Johnson of Vernon
visited Mr.and Mrs. Dell Cato
Saturday.
Charlie and Altha Rawel
of Duncanville visited lhelma attended school atl Harrold and
has many friends here so come
hear him.
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Cleveland for public intoxication. Subject was transported to City —
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Vicky Dawn Alexander, a 27 year old female was arrested
at 601 W. Cleveland for consuming alcohol * on <
location.Subject was transported to City Jail. •
01-19-00 '
Jeffrey Lynn Sexton Winget, a 35 year old male was arrested at
206 W. Glisson for manufacture/delivery of controlled substance
penalty group over 4 grams under 200 grams I (Methamphetamine)
and possession of a firearm by a felon. Sub iect was transported
to City Jail.
01-19-00
Ramona Lynn Garrett, a 33 year old female was arrested at
206 W. Glisson for manufacture/delivery of controlled substance
penalty Group I (Methamphetamine)
Donnie Rey Taylor, a 45 year old male was arrested at 113 W.
Bryan for outstanding warrant on f"
was transported to Wichita County Jail.
01-21-00
Ralph Cole Hines III, a 29 year old male was arrested at 111 E.
Cleveland for possession of marijuana. Subject was transported
to Wichita County Jail.
01-21-00
David Leon Borders,^. 37 year old male was arrested at 417 N.
Wilbarger for evading arrest or detention. Subject was transported
to Wichita County Jail.
01 -21 -00 Billy Joe Cunningham, a 46 year old male was arrested
in the 500 blk. N. Illinois for resisting search and possession of
drug paraphernalia. Subject was transported to Wichita County
Jail.
01-21-00
Donnie Roy Taylor, a 45 year old male was arrested at 111 E.
Cleveland for criminal mischief $0-550. Subject was transported
to City Jail.
01-22-00
Rcanoda Lea Woodman, a 45 year old female was arrested in the
100 blk. E. Roosevelt for resisting search. Subject was transported
to City Jail.
0I-22-00
Albert E. Woodman, a 44 year old male was arrested in the 100
blk. E. Roosevelt for interference with a Peace Officer. Subject
was transported to Wichita County Jail.
01-22-00
Leland Eric Grampp, a 18 year old male was arrested in the 100
blk. E. Roosevelt for disorderly conduct. Subject was transported
to City Jail.
01-22-00
Bradley Allan Seale, a 18 year old male was arrested in the 100
blk. E. Roosevelt for disorderly conduct. Subject was I
to City Jail. ,t c,
Orfenses/Inciden ts
01-18-00
Burglary of Vehicle-600 blk. W. Summit, item taken; Am/FM
Radio/CD player, under investigation, report taken.
Open Door-200 blk. W. Summit-all O.K.No report.
Open Door-200 blk. W. Cleveland-no forced entry, representa-
tive notified, no report.
01-19-00
Liquor Law Violation-600 blk. W. Cleveland-one subject tions allowing Wichita County
arrested and transported to City Jail. • - -----
Delivcry/Posscssion of Controlled Substance-200 blk. W.
Glisson, 2 subjects arrested and transported to Wichita County
Jail. J
Assault-800 blk. E. Michigan-juvcniles fighting-citation
issued-report taken.
Welfare Concern-200 blk. W. Wabashington-civil disturbance, currently picks up 50 percent
sub jects separated for night, no report.
O’l-20-00
Runaway-800 blk. N. Main-parent reported juvenile missing
report taken- juvenile entered National Clearinhousc.
Suspicious Person-600 blk. County Road, no signs of any
trouble, no report.
Kidnaping-800 blk. E. Harrison-attempted kidnaping, under
investigation, report taken.
01-21-00
Mentally Ill Person-700 blk. S. Bailey-disoriented elderly man-
sister notified to pick up, no report, subject released to grand
daughter.
The Other Side Of The News
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Police Blotter^^’
Police Activity for the week of January 18 through January 24
Arrests * residents awaited commissioner
01-18-00 | action on water conservation
Maverick Bolden, a 41 year old male was arrested at 601 W. and “where do we go from here”
. an hour into the meeting
action had been > taken, new
conservation guidelines were
approved and citizens learned
the City would be looking
westward from the river water
wells lor its next 20 years of
water. The price tag? — up to
$2 million.
Jail.
01-19-00
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