Spies Out of China Immediate Release of Airmen
Peiping radio reported July 31 that the Supreme People’s Court of China ordered the immediate release of 11 U S airmen captured as spies after a B 29 was shot down near the end of the Korean war. The announcement, issued as U S Red China talks opened in Geneva, aimed to shape the negotiations and secure a propaganda edge.
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Tokyo
Red China
United States
Peiping
Supreme People's Court of China
Ghire
London
Geneva
Baytown Sun notices and community events update
Baytown Sun reports a new daughter Andrea Lauren born to Make-up Mai T. Lo Kelley at 12 09 pm weighing seven pounds three and one half ounces. Community notes include Fellowship meeting at Faith Temple United Pentecostal Church led by Rev H Dillon, and Rev Milton Ford invites attendance. School trustees plan budget discussion at 7 30 pm Monday while Austin trip planning unfolds for Aug 20 through Baytown Chamber of Commerce directors.
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Baytown Sun
T. L
Butch) Lo Kelle
South Circle Drive
Andrea Lauren
Cornelius
Caroline
S’ Fellowship
Faith Temple
United Pentecost
Austin
Baytown
Around Town Notes and Local Snippets
A jumble of community blurbs notes Pat O Sullivans new hat and local folks like Mr and Mrs KE L Hargis with granddaughter Ma Jane. Cecile Le Compte talks of a future vacation and Thelma Stone stops by for refreshments. Scouts info via Gene O Connner and Bob Baker. several fashion and town happenings described in lively, informal tone.
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Pat O'Sullivan
KE. L. Hargis
Ma Jane
Jane
S. Hargis
Cecile LeCompte
Thelma Stone
Gene O'Conner
Bob Baker
Cedar Bayou
Carolyn Smith
Margaret Bains
Jake
Jacobs
Diet Mike Tavaiy
Otten
Teonard Hillikrandt
Tropical Storm Whips Coastal Area Of Gulf
A Baytown police plan to curb youth B B gun vandalism involves keeping guns at the station and notifying parents. After a string of Saturday night vandalism causing about 75 dollars in damage, Police Chief W Roy Montgomery warned that any youths found with such weapons will be processed, and parents may be charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor. He said guns would stay at the station until parents agree to reclaim them. The incidents included shooting streetlights and property damage at several intersections and locations along Part Street.
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Baytown
W. Roy Montgomery
Montgomery
Hce
Esid
B-H
Scott-Pruett
Holman-Pruett
Francs-Pruett
Pack-Pruett
Edd
Congress Nears Adjournment as Housing Impasse Looms
Washington FRANK ELEAZER reports that the Solid Congress nears adjournment with hopes of ending the 1954 session. A housing bill deadlock threatens plans, while House and Senate push to clear other measures, including the highway plan and defense acts, with a possible special session uncertain.
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Frank Eleazer
Washington
Congress
House
Senate
Snail Busness Administration
Eisenhower hails release of 11 U S fliers
President Eisenhower welcomed the release of 11 U S airmen held in Communist China and pledged a speedy reunion with their families. White House officials noted plans for a family gathering would be arranged promptly as authorities confirmed the release. Secretary of State Dulles avoided comment on broader talks, while Geneva meetings between the U S and Red China continued.
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U.S
Washington
Eisenhower
Comunist
China
White House
James C. Hagerty
John Foster Dilies
State Department
Ditlies
Geneva
Dulles
United States
Hagerty
Red
Buck Turner Opens Drive-In Auto Financing Firm on Texas Ave
Baytown welcomes Fidelity Acceptance Co at 10 East Texas, a new drive-in auto financing agency patterned after banks. Owner president Buck Turner and secretary treasurer Vera Turner announced the remodel of his former used car office, with the business incorporated in 1944 and opening Monday after remodeling began in June.
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Buck Turner
Texas Avenue
Baytown
Fidelity Acceptance Co
East Texas
Tailelity Men Resente
Buole Turner Chevrolet Co
Turner
Vera Turner
Fidelity
Turner—Page
Fwo
Buck Turner Chevrolet Company
Terua Avenue
Texas
Houston City Councilmen In Huddle
Houston council members planned another strategy meeting to pursue impeachment of Mayor Hoy Vorheitz amid a feud over the strong mayor system. A prior special session failed to suspend the mayor, with legal challenges and temporary injunctions cited as delays. The eight council members postponed a planned Friday meeting due to the death of an aunt of councilman Maver pro tem Matt Wilson.
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Houston
Hoy Vorheitz
Lax
Council Tin
Maver
Matt Wilson
Deer Park Suit Set for Restraining Hearing
A restraining order request against the City of Deer Park to prevent turning over T2000 in bonds or funds to Center Development Corp is set for hearing August 10 before Judge Woodruff. The suit originated in May, was dismissed in June, refiled by WC Tompking and WY Knox, and postponed multiple times due to attorney vacations.
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City of Deer Park
Center Development Corp
Dudge Hit
Woodruff
Tidge Eara McGee
Vitizang WC
Tompking
WY. Knox
Altorneys
Highway 146 Sign Hampers Traffic at Second Baptist
City officials investigate complaints that a church sign on Highway 146 obstructs traffic near Second Baptist Church. Police Chief W W Montgomberg will confer with church officials after a city council meeting where residents voiced concerns that the sign blocks westbound traffic on Janes Street.
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Second Baptist Church
WW. R. Montgomberg
Janes Street
Marines Call Off Training After Fatal Bayonet Incident
In Honolulu a bayonetting during joint Marine Army drills left Marine Pvt. Robert Chana McGinnis dead and another Marine wounded. Army Sgt. William Minton is the accused assailant. incident labeled an accident. Rations cut and quarters restricted as investigations begin back at Schofield Barracks.
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Honolulu
Pfe
Robert Chana McGinnis
Pitsburg
Tex
Ainother Maring
McCinnis
Army
Wiliam Minton
Montgomery
Abi
Marine Force
Turncoats Deny Collaboration Charges After Return From Hong Kong
Three former GI suspects show nerves as Army charges accuse them of informing on prisoners and aiding Communists while jailed in Korea. They allegedly switched sides with the Chinese Communists after the war, later returning to the United States and facing court martial proceedings.
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Ncisco
Monty Ver
William CG. Consart
Dalton
Gay Otha G. Bell
Lewis W Cormacksonville
Tex
Lid
Korea
United States
Red China
Iran
Brenda Storm Brings 60 Mile Winds and Missing Fishermen
The New Orleans area reports two men missing as Brenda, a storm with winds up to 60 miles per hour, pounds the Gulf coast. Rescue efforts include Coast Guard helicopters. several vessels were lost or damaged and crewmembers are believed still at sea. The storm’s center tracks north, threatening eastern Louisiana and Mississippi shores with rough seas and high winds for hours.
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Mississippi
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Miss
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HSM
de Penile
Dmseph Wison
Sitarday
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Ncl
Elaine
Miss Ia
Gant
Warped
Seviai
Carsy
Kerry McGee
Abel
AnoHior
Gulf Storm Drops Light Rain Across Regions
A Gulf storm brought light rain to several areas including Nia mye and Suerwhig. Showers expanded briefly with brief heavier bursts, lasting about 60 minutes before easing. Meteorologist Chester Rogers reported temperatures fluctuating, with a mixed air mass and a forecast of continued unsettled weather into Monday night as the system passes.
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Niamye
Suerwhig
Chester Rogers
Moixture
Hia Gate
Brenda
Mort
Baytown Employes Federation Plans Important Meeting
Members of the Baytown Employes Federation will attend an important meeting at Baytown Junior High auditorium Tuesday at 7 pm. The BREF council will present an important policy matter for discussion. A spokesman urged all representatives and members to be present for action.
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Baytown Ems Hayes Federation
Baytown
Bref Council
Brut
Fesvetert
Connect
Concer
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