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Newspaper

Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 06, 1956

Page

6

McKeon Court Martial Moves Aside for Mitchell Case

The McKeon court martial, likely to rival the Billy Mitchell case in U S military history, sentenced Sgt McKeon to nine months in a correction barracks, forfeiture of pay, and bad conduct discharge after acquitting manslaughter but convicting negligent homicide and drinking on duty. Lt Gen Lewis B Puller defended him, but the court kept the conviction amid tension over command decisions and training discipline.

McKeon Billy Mitchell U. S Navy Sgt. McKeon Marine Corps Corps Lewis B Chesty Parris Island 8. C Marine Puller The Ser Secretary of the Navy

Apathy Sparks Wooster Voice In Political Blast

A Sun News Desk memo quotes Mrs. W. M. Douglas of Wooster condemning voter apathy after less than 5 percent turnout in Precinct 165 for governor. It urges greater public engagement, notes 900+ of 2,000 voters cast ballots, and questions awareness of freedoms, voting machines, and future implications.

W. ME. Douglas Wooster Douglas Mipcherado

Union drive grows in the South amid labor and business confidence

A report notes rising union organization alongside strong business leadership in the South as industry expands. It highlights seasoned AFL-CIO organizers building craft unions, the role of major firms, and the shift toward steady, local union presence despite anti-union resistance.

South Aidemt Cid Aft-Cig International Agsontists Atlanta Americas General Motors General Electric U.S. Steel National Labor Relations Board NLRB Afl-Cio

Toscanini’s Temperament Weighed Against Musical Mastery

The piece surveys Maestro Toscanini’s volatile temperament and its impact on his artistry. It contrasts critics and anecdotes from Samuel Chotzinoff about his moods with a famed Salzburg cafe incident, noting his rare kindness and harsh perfectionism.

Toscanini Samuel Chotzinoff Muale Critic Network Toscaninni Maestro Toscanini Salzburg Chotzinoff

Baytown Sun masthead and staff listing fragment

The Baytown Sun Inc staff details show editors publishers and office roles. It lists Fred Hertman Marty Beevel Preston Pendergrass Beulih Mae Jackson Kee wa Laroy Tocher and others with circulation and subscription rate hints. It mentions office locations Pearce and ashbat Heytown Texas and national advertising reps in Atlanta, Galveston, Pasadena.

Py Hed Baytown Sun, Inc Pearce and Ashbat Heytown Texas Free Fred Hertman Marty Beevel Preston Pendergrass Beulih Mae Jackson Kee Laroy ‘Tocher Sissage Baytown Ternas Atlanta Gal Pasadena Tex

Congress Pressures Big Gas Suppliers To End Retail Domination

Washington reports that Senate and House committees demand action from the Justice Department and FTC to curb alleged supplier control over gasoline retailers. A Roosevelt bill would ban wholesale retailers from owning or leasing stations after 1860, aiming to sever ties with producers. committees urge antitrust enforcement and SBA loans to aid dealers seeking ownership.

Warry Wilson Sharpe Washington Congress Justice Department Federal ‘Trade Commission Senate House Hubert H. Tumphrey D-Minn James Roosevelt Calif Roosevelt Humphrey New Jersey Both. Com Avtt United Press FTC Cnercive Eimaputse

Quick Knowledge Grab Bag In A Historic Newspaper Tone

A mixed quiz style page presents questions about the District of Columbia motto how the United States acquired Guam and the presidency. It also asks about Charles Evans Hughes service length as chief justice and his death date with other trivia about writers painters and notable figures. The column includes brief biographical notes and birthday wishes alongside references to historical events and figures.

District of Columbia United States Guam Charles Evans Hughes United States Supreme Court

Kefauver Withdraws After Long Washington Conference

Washington leaders and top Kefauver aides debated staying in the race or bowing to Stevenson after a protracted session in Washington. Advocates urged fight for civil rights clarity and party unity, while others pressed withdrawal to preserve Democratic harmony and avoid a fractured convention.

Drew Pearson Washington Bstes Kefauvet Adlai USA Jiggs Donohue D.C Howard McGrath California Florida Chicago Refauver Stevenson New York Harriman Clara Shirpser Kefauver San Francisco Joe de Silva Sparkplug Adlai Stevenson Gerald Flynn Racine Wls Joe Alperson Los Angoles Staiiness Maryland Virginia Tom Carroll Ais California Chait- Man Te Silva Retail Clerks Union Tmt Wgong Jose Arvey Sam Rayburn Hell de Bilva Sill Lynday Johnson Sme Los Angeles Icefauver Averell Harriman

Eccentric County Club Member Known For Yacht Hat

An eccentric county club figure in Town visits dinners wearing a yacht captain's hat though the nearest sea is miles away. He says TL hailed from a seafaring family, with his father called The Old Skipper. His widow agrees, noting landlords and finance companies.

Foyka Davls Sahara ‘Desert North Africa French Equatorial Africa Ussr Amyntas Springfield Buckinghamshire Philadelphia Ptus New York Italy Tondon George TI Gerius Relige Joug Poturas Windger Castel Ridward III Green Poitiers William Jenn Christ

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