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Here are the stories in the Wednesday, November 22, 1995 edition of Nevada County Picayune

Prescott Council Agrees to Help Fund Ambulance Service
Asbestos To Be Removed From Old Armory
The city of Prescott agreed Monday night to help the county subsidize the Nevada County Ambulance Service.
Open House Set; Santa Coming
Santa Claus is coming to Prescott.
Delegates Urged To Continue Running
Those seeking positions as delegates for the constitutional convention are urged to continue running for these seats.
Muslims Trekking To Washington D.C.
Eight Pakistani "tourists" visited Prescott Wednesday, spending the night at Operation Breadbasket, praying for peace and then leaving Thursday morning.
Confederate Infantry To Visit Nov. 25
There will be a confederate infantry encampment on Saturday, November 25, at the Prescott Depot Museum.
Christmastime
City of Prescott electrical crews were busy last week preparing the white Christmas lights at the courthouse. This year the grounds will be one of the most well-lit around. Called "Henry's Lights" after the late County Judge John Henry, a special dedic...
Free Training Offered
The Cooperative Extension Service, University of Arkansas will be offering three training sessions for daycare providers. These sessions will credit providers with a total of 7 1/2 hours of training.
Local Cancer Society Meets; Reports Given
The American Cancer Society (ACS), Nevada County branch, met Thursday at the First United Methodist Church to hear reports of the Great American Smokeout, 3-Point Attack, golf pass program and other local activities. Phyllis Stewart, president,presided...
Students Handle Conferences
Parent conferences at Nevada Elementary School October 19 held a special treat for parents in rooms piloting student-lead portfolio conferences.
Bobby Joe Martin Is President-Elect of Home Builders Assn.
Don Blair, a West Memphis homebuilder, has been elected president of the 1,900-member-firm Arkansas Home Builders Association.
Coat, Blanket Drive Begins
Operation Breadbasket is conducting a coat and blanket drive and appreciates all donations.
Meeks' CDA Approved
Mary Meeks of Prescott has been awarded a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential in recognition of outstanding work with young children.
Jays Hammer Genoa
Post 96-44 League-opening Win
The Nevada senior boys opened conference play last week on Tuesday by hosting Genoa. The Blue Jays won it hands down, 96-44.
Blue Jays 96, Dragons 44
Tavoris Blakely pumped in 21 points to the lead the Blue Jays over the Dragons. He hit 9 two's and 1 three-pointer.
Genoa 68, Lady Jays 58
Karen Purifoy pumped in 28 points to lead the Lady Dragons to a 68-58 victory over the Lady Blue Jays last week. She connected with 8 two's and she made 12 of 13 free throws.
Blue Jays 92, Mt. Holly 82
It wasn't easy, but the Blue Jays finally pulled it off, 92-82, in overtime at Mt. Holly.
Lady Jays 84, Mt. Holly 41
The Lady Jays, just as they did in the first game at Nevada, had no trouble whatsoever with the Lady Hornets at Mt. Holly. Four players scored in double figures.
Junior Jay Teams Roll
The Nevada junior boys kept their slate clean last week when they wiped out the junior Hornets at Mt. Holly, 76-25. The junior Jays are now 2-0 for the year. They have not played any conference games.
Photo
Karen Reese, formerly of Prescott, was recently elected Camden Fairview 's 1995 homecoming queen. She was escorted by her father, Mike Reese. She is the granddaughter of Eizabeth Wicker and Pearl Thrasher of Prescott.
FFA Officers
The students pictured above are the Prescott High School Future Farmers of America officers. They are, from left: President Brandi Norwood; first vice president Trish Brzewski; second vice president Jimmy Stockton; secretary Yolanda Hicks; treasurer Ph...
Lions Devoured, Gentry Next For Wolves
"We'll beat 'em if they keep trying to run the ball," coach Eddie Jackson encouraged his players the first half. He was right.
Lions Devoured, Gentry Next For Wolves (cont)
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Going Tougher In Playoffs For Prescott
The Prescott Curley Wolves have made it to the quarter-finals round of the state playoffs with a 37-13 win over the Hamburg Lions.
Volunteers Are Sought For Project
Because of the need to get customers signed up for Prescott's Rural Water Project, Mayor Howard Taylor has called a workshop for volunteers.
Outdoor Decorating Contest Underway
The Prescott-Nevada County Chamber of Commerce Beautification Committee is sponsoring the second annual Christmas outdoor decorating contest.

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