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TOP STORIESDecember 22, 1997See Photo of Mexican Christmas - Feliz Navidad (33.2KB)Two hurt, one arrested in accidentPECOS, December 22, 1997 - A three-vehicle accident Saturday evening resulted in one local man's arrest and the transportation of two other local people to Reeves County Hospital. Police reports available at this time do not explain how the accident at the intersection of the 800 block of East Second Street and the 200 block of Sycamore occurred at 7:33 p.m. Dec. 20, but they do indicate that the accident happened after dark in a lighted area and on a wet surface. There had been rain earlier in the day. Of the three vehicles involved, only the one driven by the man who was arrested was uninsured. Arrested was Jose Luis Arevalo, 43, 409 N. Cypress Street. He was charged with public intoxication, failure to yield right-of-way at a yield sign, no liability insurance and no driver's license. According to the police report, Arevalo was driving a 1986, white and brown Plymouth Voyager van. Other vehicles involved were a 1994 black Oldsmobile Achieva and a 1993 white Chevrolet GEO Tracker. There was at least $500 worth of damage done to at least one party's vehicle. Although charges against Arevalo include public intoxication, there were no specimens taken from any of the persons involved in the accident for alcohol/drug analysis. Reeves County Hospital has no record of treating the individuals who were supposedly transported there.
Man indicted for marijuana deliveryPECOS, December 22, 1997 - District Judge Bob Parks on Friday unsealed an indictment returned by the Reeves County Grand Jury on Dec. 11. Clemente Urquidi III, 20, is charged with two counts of delivery of marijuana. The indictments allege that Urquidi sold more than one-fourth ounce of marijuana to an undercover officer on Nov. 21 and Dec. 4. Pecos Police served the arrest warrant at 11:02 p.m. Dec. 17 at 207 S. Plum St. Bail on each charge is $20,000. The indictments resulted from an investigation initiated by the Pecos Police Department, Reeves County Sheriff's Department and the 143rd district attorney. An officer with the Permian Basin Drug Task Force made numerous drug purchases during the investigation.
Peace pilgrim set off on long journeyBy GREG HARMAN
Vejil joins race for JP Precinct 3David Vejil, 1518 S. Eddy, has filed as his own campaign treasurer to seek election to Justice of the Peace Precinct 3. Vejil was born between Saragosa and Balmorhea and has lived in the Pecos area all his life. He is retired from 25 years with the U.S. Postal Service and three years with the military police. This is Vejil's first attempt to gain public office. "I know most of the people around here," Vejil said. "I know the law from my time as a military policeman and from reading up on it. "Being retired I can work full time if I am elected as justice of the peace. I have no other ties." Vejil said if he is elected he will keep an office in Balmorhea and an office in Pecos. "I can be helpful to people and I will be there when I'm needed," he said. "I'll be available 24-hours a day because I have no other job or business to keep me from being 100 percent available." Vejil has been married to his wife Gilda for 32 years. Together the two have three children, David Jr., 28; Patricia Abila, 27; and Demecio Vejil III, 25. "I'm a fair man and I understand our people," he said. "I will be a fair man to everybody. If I can help anybody in any way, I will. "I'll be there whenever I'm needed."
Professor brings prison experiences to studentsBy ROSIE FLORES Staff Writer PECOS, December 22, 1997 - One UTPB professor is trying to get the message out that prison is no fun and bring students to reality. Dr. Fran Johnson, a UTPB professor and author of the book, "Coyote Tales; How the Sandbar Came to West Texas," was on hand at Crockett Middle School recently as guest speaker for Jim Workman's classes. "I took a literature class this summer under Dr. Johnson in which many of the strategies I use in class were taught," said Workman. "My students enjoy the hands-on techniques we apply in our daily activities." Johnson's lectures are based on her experiences as a teacher at Lynaugh Unit prison in Fort Stockton and Ferguson prison in Midway. Her poignant lectures are eye-opening and straight to the point. "She tells it like it is," said Workman. "I just want them to be aware of the dangers out there," said Johnson. Johnson also told the group that no matter what people tell them, they are worth something. "A lot of these kids in prison have low self-esteem, which is what got them there in the first place," said Johnson. "These prisoners would tell me that all their lives, someone was telling them they weren't worth anything. Which is why I started telling them that every morning they should look in the mirror and say 'Mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the smartest at Lynaugh Unit,' or something like that," said Johnson. After this project, she said she noticed the prisoners standing taller and feeling better about themselves. "You could just tell that they were doing it, and that they were feeling a lot better about themselves," said Johnson. Johnson showed classes items the prisoners made, including a teddy bear made out of toilet paper. "These guys have some really good skills, some are artists, others are craftsmen," said Johnson. Johnson told the group that some of these prisoners had been murderers, had stolen or were drug addicts. Through skits and hands-on techniques, Johnson explained to the group how easily someone so young can get mislead and end up in prison. She told them that was not the place they wanted to be, in graphic detail told them about the what really happens inside a prison. "At UTPB classes, I really stress about what it's like to get an opportunity to work with prisoners, because there could be a student in your class that has a parent in prison, and they need to know what it's like," said Johnson. Johnson stated that she tries to get her UTPB students involved, using hands-on techniques and skits. Johnson taught here in Pecos at Zavala Middle School in 1981 as a migrant teacher and moved to Midland shortly thereafter. "I originally came out from Atlanta, Georgia," said Johnson. Johnson tries to speak to as many students as she can because her students in prison asked her to try to reach these children. "They told me be sure and tell them they don't want to come here," she said. "Her intentions are to bring the kids to reality," said Workman. "She has experienced many professions and loves to share her knowledge with everyone," he said. Workman stated that Dr. Johnson made a big difference in his life and wants to do the same with his students.
OBITUARIESLouise MosserLouise Anna Mosser, 88, died Thursday, Dec. 18, 1997, at her residence in Saragosa. A grave side service was held at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 21, at Balmorhea cemetery with Abner Razon officiating. Mosser was born in Fruitland, Wash. Nov. 11, 1909 and had lived in Saragosa since 1983. She was a retired teacher and a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Saragosa. She was preceded in death by her husband Keith J. Mosser; four sisters; and two brothers. Survivors include: two daughters, Ellen Klinke of Dallas and Hazel Wendt of Saragosa; two brothers, Dr. Ray Downs of San Diego, Calif and Bill Downs of Calville, Wash.; one sister, Hazel Vetter of Bismarck, N. D.; 12 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
Maria MataMaria B. Mata, of Pecos, 66, died Sunday, Dec. 21, 1997, at Medical Center Hospital in Odessa. A rosary is scheduled for 7:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 23, at Martinez Funeral Home Chapel. Mass will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 24, at Santa Rosa Catholic Church with Father Antonio Mena officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Mata was born Feb. 1, 1931, in Cuchillo Parado, Chih., Mexico. She was a housewife and a Catholic. Survivors include: her husband, Jose N. Mata of Pecos; five sons, Francisco, Gonzalo, Jose and Dulces Mata of Pecos and Felix Mata of Odessa; four daughters, Pamela Ruth Szokne of Little Rock, Calif., Ninfa Mata of Ojinaga, Mexico, Lucy Salinas of Artesia, N.M. and Maria Dolores Chavez of Pecos; 28 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.
Lela WilliamsLela Marie Hamshire Williams, of Pecos, 87, died Saturday, Dec. 20, 1997, at her residence. Mass is scheduled for 2 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 23, at St. Catherine's Catholic Church with Father Juan Narez officiating. Burial will be in Mount Evergreen Cemetery. Williams was born June 2, 1910, in Beaumont, Tx. She was a homemaker, a Catholic and partner in the family business. She had lived in Pecos since 1940. Survivors include: two sons, John Hamshire Williams of Dallas and Richard (Sonny) Williams of Austin; two daughters, Mary Ann Harrison of Lubbock and Sarah Helen (Sally) Perry of Pecos; 11 grandchildren; and five great\grandchildren. Pecos Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Security State Bank employees celebrate ChristmasBank Employees (32KB Photo) Adorned with new Security State Sweaters the bank staff is: Seated on floor from L to R: Deana Lara, Jackie Warren, Suan Cross, Brenda McKinney, Cecilia Ward, Elizabeth Redwine, Olga Mendoza and Linda Jones. Sitting Middle Row L to R: Judy McKinney, Lisa Navarette, Jessica Medina, Sylvia Carrasco, Blythe Evans, Joanna McCormick, Vicky Deishler, Olga Garcia. Standing from L to R: Bobby Clark, Haydee Garcia, Dolores Hamilton, Barbara Flores, Bea Herrera, Craig Hill, Jimmy Herod, Dudley Montgomery, Ray Owen, Gilbert Abila, Jeanette Smallwood, Corina Matta, Denise Clements, Kaye Hanks and Bill Oglesby. Not Pictured: Nelda Laurence and Nelda Nagel. Commissioners meet tonightPECOS, December 22, 1997 - A regular meeting of the Reeves County Commissioners' Court will be held today at 5:30 p.m. in the third floor courtroom of the Reeves County Courthouse. Agenda items include discussing or taking action upon the following list of topics. *Pay raises for RCDC personnel *Fiscal year 1998 budget amendments *Appointment of County Judge as board member of the Pecos Economic Development Corp. *Paid holidays for fiscal year 1998 *County personnel policy Section 10.02 - Work During Holidays and Section 8.06 - Vacation Time *Inmate money replacement at RCDC *Reclassification of budget analyst position at RCDC *Modification of RCDC Statement of Work regarding personnel *Architectural agreement for RCDC support services building *Performance bond for RCDC day room addition *Award proposals for workers compensation coverage *Approve bond for Deputy Clerk, Connie Lozano, District Clerk's office. *Contract for the detention of juvenile offenders between Reeves, Culberson and Ward counties. *Agreement for Montgomery KONE Inc. to test and inspect elevator equipment *Establish procedures for resale of struck-off delinquent tax property in Reeves County. *Award proposals for materials testing services for RCDC expansion *Award bids on TCDP housing rehabilitation contract #714-160 *Award proposals for physician services, sheriff's office *Award proposals for Medical Director, RCDC *Proposals for dental services, Sheriff's Department and RCDC *Proposals for pharmaceuticals, Sheriff's Department and RCDC *Proposals for laboratory and X-ray services, Sheriff's Department and RCDC *Award bids for asphalt and emulsion *Award bids for surface aggregate *Award bids for fuel, motor oil, antifreeze *Award bids for discarded food, RCDC and RCSO *Award bids for employee uniforms RCDC *Award bids for inmate clothing *Award bids for janitor supplies *Award bids for inmate food and kitchen supplies *Reports from various departments *Budget amendments and line-item transfers *Personnel and salary changes (RCDC, County Clerk, County Attorney, Road & Bridge, JDC) *Minutes from previous meeting *Payment of semi-monthly bills The commissioners' court will spread on the minutes notice of over-axle weight permit, financial interest affidavit of Commissioner #4 Bernardo Martinez and continuing education certificates of County Clerk Dianne O. Florez, Commissioner Pct. #1 Felipe Arredondo and Commissioner Pct. #4 Bernardo Martinez.
WEATHERPECOS, December 22, 1997 - High Sunday, 60, low this morning, 32. Precipitation Saturday totaled 0.49 of an in., bringing total rainfall for the month to 0.68 of an in and 9.92 inches for the year-to-date. A winter storm watch has been issued for tonight and Tuesday for the southern Texas Panhandle, the South Plains, northwestern sections of the Permian Basin the Guadalupe Mountains and extreme West Texas, including El Paso. Forecasters say an upper level storm system located over northern Baja California will move eastward into New Mexico by Tuesday morning and into the South Plains by Tuesday evening. A mixture of freezing rain, sleet and snow is expected tonight, changing to snow during the night. There is the potential for up to 8 inches of snow in extreme southwest Panhandle and western portions of the South Plains as well as in extreme West Texas and the Guadalupe Mountains. Other areas of the watch area may get up to 4 inches of snow. Lows tonight will be in the 20s and 30s in West Texas, highs Tuesday will be in the 30s and 40s.
Pecos Enterprise
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