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Newspaper

Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

Apr 02, 1954

Page

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The Easter Story in Gethsemane and Arrest Scene

A dramatic tablet from The Romance of Jesus recounts Jesus at Gethsemane with Peter John Mark and Judas as a mob arrives led by Jewd and the high priest. Peter defends Jesus with a sword while Jesus calms the moment and Judas betrays him then John Mark flees and Jesus is taken to trial.

Daniel A, Poling Jesus Poling Garden Gethsemane Peter James John John Marls Jean Judas John Mark Jesus of Nazareth Teacher Jutas Jude Heron John Marie John Muck John Marke Annas Caiaphas

Gen Vandenberg Dies in Washington at 54

General Hart Vandenberg former Air Force chief of staff died Friday in Washington. He was 54. Unemployment rose by 54,000, totaling 3,723,000 for last month according to the government report released Friday.

Vandenberg Washington Hart Air Force

Carpenters Local Opens New Decker Building

Baytown Carpenters Local plans a 730 PM opening at their Decker Drive home with 20th birthday observance. Guests include labor officials from Houston and Austin. C P Driscoll leads the delegation. Building to include offices and apprentice classrooms, an auditorium, and a 100-car lot. Local officers listed.

Baytown Carpenters’ Union Decker Drive Baytown Friends Houstin Austin C. P. Driscell United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America Chester W. Smith State Council of Carpenters R.,h. Pruett The Baytown Union Baytown J. H. Stewart Lee Frost S. T. Taylor J. P. McManus B. A. Gresham

Sun Spots Trustees Unopposed In May 1 School Election

Two La Porte school board members Dr P L J Mock and Dr Veeck are unopposed in the May 1 election. Both were appointed to fill unexpired terms after resignations. A Jaycees work party at the Little League park starts 9 a m Saturday with fathers and other volunteers helping clean up for the baseball season.

LA Porte School Board PL J. Mock Or. Veeck Dr. Mock Peel Fo Hte Jaycer Herschel Scott

Around Town notables and local chatter in brief notices

A string of quick blurbs lists residents and neighbors in light, informal updates. Names include Dorothy Patterson Helen Read Nona Turney Mary Braden Taylor Gerber Evelyn Treham Ruth Grebe Bryson Filbert Ben Magness Fred Archidves Frank Fowler Lamont Emanuel Hugh Stewart Sid Bruce Buddy Bray and others, with varied personal items and light commentary.

Dorothy Patterson Helen Read Willadene Hines Nona Turney Mary Braden Baytown Repitar Taylor Gerber Evelyn Treham Ruth Grebe Bryson Filbert Ben Magness Fred Archi Frank Fowler Lamont Emanuel Hugh Stewart Sid Bruce Row Buddy Bray Thane

District To Vote On Bonds Taxes In Consolidated District

Voters will decide consolidation of Bastown and Cedar Bayou school districts on Saturday by assuming debt and approving a 1.50 tax ceiling for operations and a tax ceiling for Lee College. Ballots will be cast at multiple precincts including Tightaneds Elementary, Third Olleen’s, Willeontedd’s, and others.

Bastown Cedar Bayou Clielion i Cour Vol Lee College Baytown Hementary School Foxyoy Third Ollen’s Willeontedd’s Sant Davis West Mithy Street the Recreation Hall San Jacko School Burnet School Carver School Alamo School Harlem Wchool Coral Baya High School

Formal Saturday vote to consolidate Baytown schools

The Sun urges Baytown and Cedar Bayou residents to vote on bond debt assumption for the new consolidated district. Voting requires 1954 taxes paid. polls open noon Saturday with 11 boxes in use. Outcome does not affect current or future taxes, but determines state of district finances.

Baytown Cedar Bayou Golls Harris County School Board the Sun Board of Trustees

Tax cuts spark optimism amid consumer hope and industry calls

Merchants and business leaders praised a sweeping federal excise tax reduction, effective immediately on items from home appliances to jewelry and transportation. Leaders such as Leigin Whitelaw and Hyman Kuehri called for price cuts and predicted immediate boosts in sales and consumer savings, while economists noted varied impacts across industries and household incomes.

Leigin Whitelaw New York Appliance Manufacturers Association Tatioga Hyman P. Kuehri Grayson-Robinson Stores Tue

Mrs Corzine Dies Leaving Six Generations

Funeral services planned for Mira Chars Yissa Corgive with surviving five daughters and numerous grandchildren Great grandchildren and two daughters in law noted. The obituary recalls long life in Gan Harmoom Nav Leboad and the late husband with family ties to Lat vena and Austin.

Mira Chars Yissa Bowie Veneto Moe Miki Austin Woon Corzine Latvena Poartert Ara Denier Corzine Vin Bern Ganharmoom Nav Leboad Fal Efer Lees

3 Divisions Are Hurled Into Battle

Ina China April 2 Vo Nguyen Giap hurled three Red divisions toward Dien Bien Phu to crush French defenses. French sources say one full division struck the western fortifications while two other columns renewed assaults on the eastern bulwarks. Despite heavy fighting, French spokesmen say Dien Bien Phu may be saved if defenders hold out.

Ina China Vo Nguyen Giap Tia Dien Bien Phu Cen Die Bien Prat Davy Biba Pha Diew Moen Phu Ate Phors Giap Pho Ted Conans Officeos Frees Carnivaha Counney

Greaney Jr Elected Britton Cravens Civic President

T J Greaney Jr was elected president of the new Britton Cravens Civic Association at a Thursday meeting held at the community house Officers include Orr as vice president Adrien Trranithe ceremonial leader and AL Caener treasurer A board of directors will be chosen from districts within the Britton Cravens area A constitution and by laws were approved and a district based director allocation is planned Boundaries cover the north side of West Malin from Utah to Goose Creek stream and a survey will determine even housing distribution

T. Greaney Jr Britton-Cravens Civle Aay Sedation Lat Orr Adrien Trranithe Ceremany MM AL Caener Direcsors Noomore Louis Bainget Britton-Cravens West Malin Utah Goose Cree Ser Greaney

Barbers Hill Vote Focuses On School Policy Shakeup

Voters face a power balance in a college district election over school policies and a potential house cleaning. Candidates include George MG Lang Filton refinery worker H first wife and Viney Pet. Incumbent Rain Parr seeks continued terms while Barbers Hill faces debate on continuing present policy and board control.

Barbers Hill fAipparck Cheorgee MG Wii Tad Lang Filton Sloun Viney Pet Bedieve Chesehaal Raina Parr Dwar Inlet Mills

Reber E Lee Students To Take Over City Offices

Baytown youths plan a one day government takeover as Reber E Lee High seniors lead a student council to learn how city hall operates. The event features students taking roles in mayor, council, police, fire, building, and public works offices with teachers and district staff guiding the learning experience.

Reber E. Lee Wanda Ones Baytown Ily Saterday Aroud Agany Hooel E. Ley High Cty Wow Tamnett Q Wuike Glenn Tayias ROEM Glenn Mone Laslie Melvaline Anderson Johnny Chander Edwin

Ten Days Grace On Car Tags In East Harris County

East Harris County reports a 50 percent rise in car tag sales as collectors note remaining grace period. Deputy Assessor-Collector A B Calling says 178% of new Neonsey sets sold before deadline. dealers lined up to renew registrations amid anticipated higher fees.

East Harris Beputy Ag A.B David Collins Houston

Man Walks 69 Miles After Car Is Stranded on Beach

PORT ISABEL April 2. Curtis Oswalt of Beeville walked 69 miles along Padre Island after his car got stuck in the sand dunes near a Coast Guard station. He traversed uninhabited beaches to reach help at the Sandy Wad Coast Guard post after seeking prior assistance from a game warden.

Port Isabel Curtis B. Oswalt Beeville Padre Coast Guard Cos

Explosive Blaze Hits Well Equipment Plant Near Shreveport

A fire at an oil well equipment firm destroyed its main building early Friday. Two thunderous explosions hurled gravel onto nearby homes within a half mile as the structure burned. Police report no injuries and ongoing investigations continue.

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