The Tulia Herald (Tulia, Tex.), Vol. 85, No. 39, Ed. 1 Thursday, September 30, 1993 Page: 1 of 52
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WT A&M U
PARENTS OF
YEAR — Henry
and Evelyn
Rossi of Tulla
have been hon-
ored as West
Texas A&M
University 1993
Parents of the
Year. They re-
ceive a plaque
from Dr. Don
Albrecht, dean
of the
university's
Student Ser-
vices.
— Photo by Rik
Andersen,
WTA&M
Education Important To Rossis
Tulia Couple Honored By WTAMU As Parents Of Year
Education has been stressed by Henry
(Hank) and Evelyn Rossi to their off-
spring. Work and responsibility fit into
the same category.
With those family values, it is small
wonder that all nine of the Tulia couple’s
offspring are productive citizens.
It is also no small wonder that the
Tulians have been honored as the 1993
West Texas A&M University parents of
the Year.
"I believe my parents should be
awarded the honor of Parents of the Year,
not only for the quantity of children
they've raised, but also for the quality of
the upbringing we’ve enjoyed," the
youngest of the Rossis wrote in his
nomination essay. This son, Steven, is a
junior prcmedical major at the university
in Canyon.
All of the Rossi children have received
or are in the process of receiving at least
one degree and several have multiple
degrees.
"1 believe the best measure of my
parents is not what they have offered us,
but what we have achieved as a result of
their guidance," Steven wrote.
Seven of the Rossi children have at-
tended West Texas A&M (formerly West
Texas State University) and four hold
degrees from the university.
"I believe with all my heart and soul
that my parents arc the most deserving of
the Parents of the Year award," Steven
added.
’MOST LOVING FRIENDS'
"Whether they win or not, to me my
parents are parents of the year every year
not just because they're the best mom and
dad, but also they’re the most loving
friends ever."
As characterized by their son, Hank
and Evelyn provide constant guidance
and help financially, frequently to the
point of self sacrifice.
They were recognized and presented
with a plaque during the first-even Fam-
ily Weekend at WTAMU.
Offspring of the Rossis are: daughters
Roxann Ludwig and Cathy Smith of
Amarillo, Peggy Pohlmeier and Libby
Howard of Plainview, Dcnice Gerber of
Nazareth and Susan Britton of Groom;
and sons Larry Rossi of Lubbock, Terry
Rossi of Oklahoma City and Steven Rossi
of Canyon.
The three sons arc currently enrolled in
universities, two of whom are seeking an
advanced degree.
Henry Rossi has spent virtually all of
his life in Swisher County. His wife, the
former Evelyn Braddock, was bom and
raised at Nazareth.
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VOL. 85, NO. 39
TWO SECTIONS
THE TULIA (Swisher County) HERALD THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 1993
City Sits Tight On Landfill
While most towns arc bailing out of the trash
business and contracting either with larger cities and/
or private firms to dispose of their solid waste, City of
Tulia has the luxury of playing the waiting game.
"We plan to sit tight for two years" and see what
federal and state regulators require at that time, ac-
cording to City Manager Bryan Easum.
Tulia can wait because the Environmental Protec-
tion Agency (EPA) is proposing that the effective
date for Subtitle D landfills regulations will be Oct.
9, 1995. Most towns do not hold this type of permit.
Actually, City of Tulia actually has two permits.
The federal agency has indicated it might be
willing to allow less expensive ground water moni-
toring systems, Easum and Foy Campbell, director of
Public Works, say. The Texas Water Commission is
proposing zone moisture monitoring under the land-
fill proper.
"Basically, we're back where we were a couple of
years ago," according to the city manager.
LESS EXPENSIVE RATES
Although a number of unknown factors exist,
Easum knows maintenance of the city owned and
operated system represents a saving to local residents
at this time. He has facts to verify that.
The city manager contacted a private firm, BFI,
for prices. This firm serves a number of area towns.
Following is the cost comparison:
City
Bn
One weeklydumpresidential
Commercial:
$6.50
$9.50
Once weekly/container
22.50
25.00
Twice weekly/container
22.50
31.00
Three times weekly/containcr
22.50
37.00
(In most cases, several businesses share a dumpster,
with each business paying a fee based on their type of
business. This fee ranges from $9 to $16.25. Those
customers with one dumpster or more pay $22.50 per
dumpster per month.)
"We just try to recoup the $22.50 per container on
businesses," Easum says.
The private firm’s rates are 46 percent greater for
residential users than the present city monthly fee, 64
percent higher for larger commercial users and 10-40
percent more for other commercial clients.
Tulia’s largest commercial customers would face
a $60 per month increase if the municipal landfill
were closed and a contract was executed with BFI. In
addition to the cost difference, city trash pickup is
more frequent than the private firm would offer. BFI
would empty residential dumpsters one time each
week, but the city picks up residential trash twice
weekly during summer months.
Commercial customers would be hit much harder
than residences should a private firm be utilized.
Continued on Page Four
Reynolds Assistant Extension Agent-Ag
Hartley County native Jim Bob Reynolds was chosen
Monday as assistant Extension agent-ag for Swisher County.
His duties officially begin this Friday, Oct. 1. Reynolds, who
was employed by the Commissioners Court, succeeds Zach
Wilcox, who has gone to Clarendon as Extension agent.
He and his wife plan to move their daughters, ages one
and three, to Tulia soon.
Since 1987, Reynolds has been associated with J&L
Farms/2 Bros. Cattle. His responsibilities include daily op-
erations, processed and cared for cattle, acquired and allocated
capital and was involved in marketing, business transactions,
financial analysis, cash flow projections and computer op-
erations.
In 1986, he served an internship with Farmers Home
Administration (FmHA).
A 4-H member nine years, he was a Gold Star winner in
Hartley Co. He also earned the Lone Star Farmer (state)
Degree while an FFA member at Dalhart High School.
Following graduation from Dalhart High School in 1983,
he enrolled in Texas Tech University, where he earned a
bachelor of science degree in Agricultural Economics/Finance
in 1987. He w;as recipient of an Economics Association
Scholarship and qualified for the Dean’s Honor Roll at Texas
Tech University. Reynolds has served as vice president of the
Hartley County Farm Bureau.
Half A Century, 2 Generations
Young & Ellis Observes 50th Anniversary
By Jim Reynolds
Near the front door of Young & Ellis building
stands an early version of a gasoline pump, which
differs from the remainder of the modem furnishings.
Actually the pump, which bears a sticker announcing
the Indian brand, is a relic from the Tulia Firm’s
history which spans half a century and two genera-
tions.
The present owners are sons of the original Young
& Ellis: Guy Young and Horace Ellis.
"It’s unique that we have several customers farming
land their dads farmed when they were customers of
our dads," explains co-owner Don Young.
His partner — and first cousin — Lynn Ellis says,
"Basically, we serve the same farmers and rural areas"
as their fathers. "We may offer even more service
now," he adds.
Both arc sure the business "fixes more flats" than
in earlier days.
"When Lynn and I went into the business, the first
year or two we had a little lime to play checkers, throw
a football around outside and almost tore the walls
down throwing darts," Young says with a chuckle.
"We might even take a short nap during the day. My
wife told me here while back we don’t have as much
fun as we did."
That’s because the world seems to spin faster, a
trait which also holds true for customers.
"Occasionally we have somebody come by for five
minutes and drink a cup of coffee," but most are in a
hurry. That is in marked contrast to earlier years when
customers "came in and stayed a while."
FAMILY AFFAIR
There’s an old adage that warns, "don’t go into
business with a relative."
That did not hold true in the case of Horace Ellis
Continued on Page Three
WOULD IT STILL WORK? — Guy Young knows well
how to operate a gasoline tank of this vl ntage. He and
his late brother-in-law Horace Ellis opened a busi-
ness In Tulla half a century ago. It is now owned by
their sons, Lynn Ellis (left) and Don Young.
— Staff photo
Retirement Reception
Sunday For Garrett
Max Garrett, administrator at Swisher
Memorial Hospital for over 18 1/2 years,
will be honored with a retirement recep-
tion this Sunday afternoon, Oct. 3, at the
hospital. The fete is scheduled from 1
until 3 p.m.
The hospital board, medical staff and
employees invite the public to join them
in paying tribute to Garreu for "his loyal
and dedicated service as administrator of
S wisher Memorial Hospital from January
1975 to September 1993."
Guests are advised to come to the
hospital's front lobby "to enjoy some
punch and cookies and wish Max the best
in his retirement."
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No Classes Monday and
Tuesday See Page 12
Wheat Insurance, Disaster
Deadline Dates Approaching
"One of the stipulations of the 1993
disaster program is the requirement to
purchase 1994 insurance if your 1993
losses exceed 65 percent," emphasized
County Executive Director Eddie Wom-
ack of the Swisher County ASCS Office.
He explained, "Although producers
will have until March 4, 1994, to file for
1993 disaster benefits, we are nearing the
final date to purchase 1993 wheat insur-
ance."
According to Federal Crop Insurance,
the final date to purchase 1994 wheat
insurance is Thursday, SepL 30. Produc-
ers with 1993 wheat who have or will be
filing for 1993 losses on wheat arc re-
minded that producers with losses ex-
ceeding 65 percent arc required to pur-
chase 1994 wheat insurance in order to be
eligible for the wheat disaster payment.
In other ASCS news, Womack
stressed that "all owners' signatures must
be secured on the 1990/1991/1992
Quality Loss disaster applications by
Friday, Oct. 1. Producers will then have
until Oct. 8 to get all the production
records in (to the ASCS Office)."
JILL HOSCH and CODY CUlWELL m front of Tulla High School.
— Staff photo
Almost Perfect...
THS Seniors Score High On ACT
Not one but two Tulia High seniors were "one point away from perfect"
on the ACT scorcv Thisthe Ivq performance Counselor Shirley Dalluge
says she can remember.
Cody Culwell and J ill Hosch are the pair w ho scored 35 of a possible 36.
Assistant Superintendent F.ddie Gage told an area educator of the
scores, and the response was "they can get into any college they desire."
Mrs. Dalluge stressed, "I don’t think I could brag enough on the two
students. They are exceptional!"
Miss Hosch. daughter of Pascal and Joyce Hosch. and Culwell. son of
Jill and Greg Culwell, took different qjproaches to the ACT.
”1 worked extremely hard to prepare tor the ACT and SAT," Miss Hosch
said. "As soon as sch<x>I was out for the summer, I spent 6-8 hours a day
studying and taking practice tests. 1 went through several prep books and
practice tests which I obtained from the THS counselor, Shirley Dalluge."
Culwell said "I actually went in on test day with very little preparation.
! did read through the ACT preparation booklet and looked over the test in
it. My method for taking the test was just to answer each question with the
best of my ability."
KEYS TO SUCCESS
Both were asked "Why do you think you scored so well?"
"I think some of it was luck, but I was familiar with the format of the test
after taking the PACT or PLAN test,” Culwell responded modestly. "My
classes in school also helped prepare me for the ACT."
Continued on Page Twelve
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