Bliss takes helm as GOP chairman to salvage party
James Marlow reports Ray C. Bliss becomes Republican National Committee chair amid a party split over Goldwaterism. Bliss must unite Goldwaterites and anti-Goldwater Republicans, recapture voter confidence, and mobilize turnout while navigating calls for reform and a 1966 election test. Bliss to earn 40000 annually, previously led Ohio Republicans since 1949.
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James Marlow
Washington
Ray C. Bliss
Goldwater
Bliss
United States
GOP
Johnson
Congress
Jafter Goldwater
Richard M. Nixon
Nixon
Burch
Republicans
Ohio
State Central Committee
Truman
Veselka Funeral Notices Offer Parish and Baytown Ties
Elo F Veselka 50 a Baytown civic reader died suddenly at home in Baytown. Rosaries at Eorthman Funeral Home with services at St Josephs Catholic Church officiated by Rev Denis Kennedy. Survivors include wife Mary Ann, son Frank, daughter Larry not clear, five sisters and two brothers. Born Fayetteville, moved to Baytown 1935. Employed at Humble Oil Baytown Research Center since 1738. Pallbearers listed. honorary pallbearers include Fourth and Third Degree Knights of Columbus No 103 and KIT No 103 Society of Baytown.
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Veselka
Maryland
Eorthman Funeral Home
Eorshman Funeral Home
Meday
St. Joseph's Catholic Church
Denis Kennedy
Knigins
Columbus End
Society of
Boytown
Veselka recipient of Silver Beaver honors in Baytown
Veselka who earned Scouting's Silver Beaver and served long as Troop 142 scoutmaster in Baytown attended many National Jamborees and Canada canoe trips. He was active at St. Joseph's Catholic Church and various fraternal groups. He worked at Humble Oil Baytown Research Center since 1928 and was born in Fayetteville. Survivors include widow Mary Ann Veselka a son Elo Frank Veselka two daughters two brothers five sisters and other relatives.
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Baytown
Canada
Camp Strake
Conroe
Baseball Umpires Association
Little League
Red Sox
Bowling
St. Joseph's Catholic Church
Knights of Columbus
Christopher Byrne
San Jacinto Caravan No. 63
Order of the Alhambra
Holy Namre Society
KIT Society
Ag Veselka
Finke
Humble Oil and Refining Co
Fayetteville
Mary Ann Veselka
Elo Frank Veselka
Larry Morton
Houston
LeRoy Veselka
Johnny Veselka
la Marque
Matilda Landry
Delphine Anderson
U S Navy reports air clash over North Vietnam and more
A U S Navy spokesman says three Communist MIG fighters intercepted a U S Navy aircraft 65 miles south of land in North Viet Nam. Other items note the search in Saigon for a Viet Cong sedan loaded with explosives and a Ghanaian youth’s death prompting Africa students to quit the Soviet Union. East German pressure on traffic to Berlin continues. The Reds protest West German Parliament session in West Berlin. The Senate probes the First National Bank of Marlin. Japan and South Korea discuss key issues blocking closer ties.
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U.S. Navy
Viet Nam
East Germany
Berlin
West Berlin
City Vote Candidates Face Primary Challenges
Cravey quit the council to run for mayor. Lamar Kelley enters city politics as a new precinct activist. Bracwell fills Cravey’s term. Incumbents Clark and Badg ett draw opposition in Districts 2 and 3. Five candidates run in District 3, including Vesone Devereaux, James Walker, and Don Hullum. Lively’s District 6 contenders are Donnelly and Gates. Polls open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Results likely within 90 minutes. Also, Memphians Quartet to perform at Central Assembly of God on Saturday at 10 p.m.
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Cravey
Lamar Kelley
Deer Park
Kelley
A. M
Andy) Bracwell
David C
Dave) Clark
Kenneth E. Badgett
Vesone Devereaux
Oak Addition
Humble Oil and Refining Co
Baytown
Mrs Higby a Baytown Junior High Teacher Honored
Mrs Higby known for wide teaching career across several states and schools is highlighted for her dedication. She leads Red Cross first aid at KJH, organizes crafts clubs, mentors scouts, donates blood yearly, and has taught many grades. Her 16 mile commute from Baytown to Baytown Junior High reflects her commitment.
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Houston
Mrs. Higby
AL Higby
Palestine
Annie McFarlane
Ati Longview
Liverpool
Kincaid School
Colorado
Kansas
New Moxico
Higby
At Bay Junior High
la Porta
Sam Houston State Teachers College
University of Houston
University of Texas
University of Moxico
Baytowns Education Association
Kappa
Delia Pi
Sigma Tau Pela Ant
University of Houston Dealer Society
Freedom Foundation
Valley Forge
Tyler
la Porte
Erm Star
Bernierton
Wash
M Frances Coker
Come
Ted Hiver
Amit
She Heamer
Road Commission Approves Major San Antonio Project
The Texas Highway Commission approved a large San Antonio project with a revised farm to market road plan in Hamilton County from U S 281 northeast 5.9 miles at an estimated cost of 11 million. The centerpiece is a new highway link to I 10 and I 37, plus barriers irrigation and right of way additions. The project, the agency’s largest single contract, aims for completion in 1968 the HemisFair host city. Also okayed were a spur from Loop 12 to I 20 in Dallas County, two extra lanes on US 87 from Clarendon to Hall County, and a Fort Worth area interchanges and connections. The commission estimated several costs including 900000 for Houston right of way and 800000 for Loop 363 planning from Temple to FM 1714. The plan includes multiple interchanges, lake crossings and city connections across several counties.
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Austin
Texas
Smith Highway Commission
San Antonio
Dellas County
Clarendon
Hall County
Dunccanville
Winnis Avenue
Dallas
Fort Worth
Lake Worth
Cement Creek Reservoir
Saginaw
Sansnom Park
White Settlement
Temple
FM 1714
Lawndale Avenue
Houston
Smith County
U.S. 271
Texas 155
Texas 31
Washington Briefs: Fowler Sworn In as Treasury Secretary
AP reports Henry H Fowler was sworn in as secretary of the treasury with remarks on Phyllis Dillon’s departure and Trudy Fowler’s return. Secret Service lists 1,000 potential threats in a closed session, while NASA notes Mariner 4 will exceed Mariner 2’s mission hours ahead of a Mars flyby.
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H. Fowler
Douglas Dillon
Fefary
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Treasury
Witier
Fowler
Phig
Phyllis Dillon
Trudy Fowler
Doug
Joe
Johnson
Dixon
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Secret Service
Mars
Mariner
U.S
Nationsil Aeronautics and Space Administration
Baytown Growth Plan Emphasizes Efficiency and Local Input
A Baytown council candidate advocates using city departments to boost efficiency and cut costs over three years. He highlights involving frontline workers, expanding maintenance contracts, and sharing services citywide. The plan stresses normal growth from new construction and prudent budgeting to avoid tax hikes.
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Baytown
Goose Creek
Sehcal
Robert E. Lee High School
Coadh City
Mennon
Library year drives growth in Bay town holdings
The Bay town library reports thousands of dollars in undelivered ordered books and generous gifts of books and cash. Gifts arrived in March, and books are regularly received. February circulation reached 10.20 percent, with a five month total of 45,057. The collection now exceeds one book per resident, averaging nearly two per item on shelves.
Trustees Triumph in School Board Races Amid New Lineup
In 1963 elections Trustees Opryshek, Pen Shirey, Beavers, Shir ey and J D Victory toppled incumbents Bridges Rosser Hill Fuller and Elms. Beavers won Position 2 2045 to 0 0 and Shir ey Position 1 1704 to 1639 while Victory defeated Fuller 3013 to 2198.
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Roy Fuller
Roy Elms
ALPA
Vern Stark
Rece
Babi
Stretch Fabrics Drive New Baby Playwear Trends
Toys for infants and toddlers showcase fifty eight stretch fabric types in versatile playtime gear. Notable fabrics include stretch nylon denims soft knit cotton nylon and terry cloth with a wide range of knit textures and patterns seen in swimwear casual wear and coordinated outfits. Women’s suffrage note mentions Wyoming as an early voting state.
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la Teepe
Decker
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Baytown Boat Club
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Quincy
Illinois
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Keokuk
Iowa
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Bruce Nicholson
Pasadena
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Granite City
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Bryan
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Lake Charles, LA
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