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Newspaper

Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 09, 1956

Page

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Blood donors sought for Baytown patient with Type A blood

Blood donors are needed for Mrs. Edgar Mabe who is critically ill at Baytown Hospital. Her blood type is A and RH negative. Those able to donate should go directly to the hospital. Absentee ballots totaled 373 by noon Thursday in the Democratic run-off with August 25 election date. Absentee voting continues through August 21 at the Harris County Courthouse in Houston. J M Stuart, Baylocs schools official, is among 27 Texas educators in the second summer curriculum workshop at Texas A&M.

Edgar Mabe Baytown Hospital W. J. Miler Harris County Courtouse Houston J. M. Stuart Suidanes Baylocs Texas Texas A and Af College Chicago Wantkegan Maxine Jarosimek Jarosimek Ann Walker Tyri 'W International

Florida Couple in Wreck Kills Wife in Texas

In Brownwood Texas a crash on U S 84 near Abilene left Pearl W Lewis 50 dead and her husband William C Lewis of St Petersburg Florida in critical condition. The couple’s car collided with another vehicle. no other injuries were detailed.

Florida Brownwood Tex William C. Lewis St. Petersburg Fla Pearl W. Lewis U. S. 84 Alullln

Was it Evil Spirits Or Just Heat In Baytown Call

A Baytown man reported being awakened by a voice claiming his brother would kill him. Police investigated a possible plot with threats against the man and discussed sending a priest to the scene as officers pursued the claim.

Che Hen Baytown Nam Gwie Spitite

Family return from Oklahoma City noted in town

Mrs CL Robinson Sr and Robby Robinson with three daughters Polly Kathleen Molly Ann Toby Helen arrive back in Raytown from Oklahoma City. Col Robinson's mother Ida B Ravinson accompanied them for a month. Also mentioned is a cap accident near Tulsa and a hospital stay in Oklahoma City. Steve Zucha reports a set of rings decorated with red dice. Cookie Lancaster, son of G B Lancaster of Takerwood, serves as counselor at Pineywoods Baptist encampment.

CL . Robinson Robby Robinson Polly Kathleen Molly Ann Toby Helen Raytown Oklahoma City Col. Robinson Ida B. Ravinson Tulsa Baytonians Morey Hospital Steve Zucha Nin Rt 58K Cookie Lancaster G. B. Lancaster Takerwood Pineywoods’ Baptist i

American Envoy Pinkney Toll Retired Diplomat Dies

68 year old former American ambassador to Egypt from 1914 to 1948, Pinkney Toll, died recently. Born May 31, 1892 in Staten Island, New York. He witnessed Egypt’s 1952 nationalization crisis and served during Gamal Abdel Nasser era.

Suez Catal Company Gamal Abdel

Drouth Pins Texas Growers With 750 Million Losses

Texas drought may cost farmers and ranchers up to 750 million dollars this year as crops fail to mature. Forecasts warn it could rise if rain is delayed. Cotton output may drop by about 400,000 bales, with wheat sorghums and other crops facing losses. Water shortages hit Dallas and Fort Worth as dust storms erode topsoil. cattle herds are being sold off amidst dry conditions.

United Pukss John Witte Yanks Texas U. S. Department of Agdentire Panhandle Gul Gulf of Mexico White Dallas Fort Worth Roddy Mims United Pr West Odessa Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Aso Midland Colorado City

Unclear OCR text on unemployment claim eligibility

Fragmentary report states a man in Martford Cum was deemed eligible for jobless pay after quitting work due to stomach pain and inability to bend. The ruling cited no other job offers and approved benefits under a subless State Unemployment scheme.

Martford Cum Shea

Eden Attacks Nasser as Suez Crisis Deepens

London report says Prime Minister Eden branded Egyptian President Nasser a plundering dictator and warned of life and death stakes in the Suez dispute. Cairo sources expect a possible defense pact with Russia as Eden seeks an international accord. US officials say Eden’s report may aid peace efforts. Egyptian lines remain skeptical.

London Anthony Eden Gama Abdel Nasser Suez Canal Cairo Nasser Soviet Union India Eden Nisser Russia Yuen Britain Egypt Washington Fden France Asia Middle U. S Tpriish U.S Suez

Truman Arrives in Chicago to Back Stevenson at Democratic Nominating Convention

Former President Truman arrived amid a loud welcome and walked into Adlai Stevenson's arms at Chicago's Union Station. Reporters and supporters swarmed as Harriman backers pressed near Stevenson, while Truman said he would be neutral and not a delegate. Stevenson rode with Truman to the Sheraton-Blackstone. Harriman stood apart as factions split within the party.

Headquarters Chicago Truman Adlai Stevenson pLf Harry Tenman Trumman Harriman Sheraton- Blackstone Gov Averell Harriman New York Mr. Truman Harrian M Truman Kansas City

Heat Stops Rescuers Hope Abandoned for 250 in Mine

In Marcinelle Belgium rescuers abandoned hope for nearly 250 miners trapped in a blazing hitter mine as heat and smoke halted operations. Only six were saved in 32 hours, with 243 missing after flames cut off access. rescuers faced gas and collapsing chambers while authorities called it Belgium’s worst mining disaster.

Marcinelle Belgium Authoriti S

Deadly Cali blast kills over a thousand and suspects seized

A surge of explosive sabotage in Cali, Colombia leaves about 1,100 dead and 1,200 injured as authorities arrest suspected saboteurs. Major General Paola Muñoz cites opposition politicians. property damage hits American firms. mass graves and undisclosed casualties noted amid ongoing investigations.

Cali Colombia j_- Tn Paola Munoz Diavin del Pacillen Diana Americ Sore i Twenanthseld Vning Weenestay Palmitra Din Arehitives

Daniel Pledges Head On Attack On Drouth Yarborough

United Press reports Senator Price Daniel campaigns across Texas pledging to meet the water crisis head on if elected governor. He cites a five point water conservation program and criticizes the state for failing to stem water waste into the Gulf of Mexico while rival Yarborough labels quotes on a back door issue.

Daniel Drouth Yarborough Haley United Press el Paso Swietkaler Spydar Colorado City Big’ Spring Semi Hole Seagraves Weaver Ci Ane Drews Odessa Pee Tyler Texas Senate Gulf of Maxien Auccessor Peo Snyder Yarborough Yarborough Raacher Histmian Ser Tolitigs

Democrats Face Civil Rights Fight at Convention

Reported divisions within the Democratic ranks over a civil rights plank. Rep. Charles C. Diggs and other leaders prepare for a potential floor battle to endorse the Supreme Court's segregation ruling, while Stevenson's push for a strong civil rights section stirs Southern opposition and possible minority reports.

Chicago Charles C. Diggs Supreme Court Diggs Negra Netroit Dyas Averell Harrimat Wwe Speekte Supreme Cort Southern Adlai H. Stevenson Trong Stevenson Te. J. Jefferies South Carolina South

Request To Open Tenth Street Moves To City Council

A coalition of property owners will ask the City Council to open Tenth Street in East Mayle at Thursday night meeting. George Dorsey for Second Baptist will present the street opening request while Sparky Bond argues the project will aid development and provide an additional outlet for rapidly growing residential areas without overloading Highway 146.

East Mayle Ole Flems Jamis Street George Dorsey Second Baptist Airneed Dammy Street Sparky) Bond Tenth Street Ma Bydale Tucchardson Plies Phomwood Eva Maud Hihway 146

Wild Wednesday Jail Flight of Ten Drunk Suspects in Baytown

Baytown police report a chaotic Wednesday with ten men and women jailed between 3 and 1 p.m for drunken charges. One man faced an additional charge of rude behavior. A woman claimed a stalking incident and another reported unrelated disturbances at a prohibited workplace. Police noted no burglary confirmed, though a witness saw a possible incident.

Baytown

Zanuck Plans McKeon Leading Role in Film

Studio head Darryl Zanuck intends to cast Matthew C. McKeon in a lead part for a Paris project. McKeon would play his own role in a drama described as based on court records and discussions with officials.

Paris

Family Bible Found On City Trash Dump

A Bible was found among city trash and rescued before it was burned. The owner inscription reads To Edward from Mother and Tyaddy. The Sun office now holds the copy.

Neview Dum Edward Mother Tyaddy Sun Office

Bridge plan eyed for Cedar Bayou across East James street

Baytown officials study a 30 foot high suspension bridge over Cedar Bayou at East James street costing about 200000. Mayor Pruett and Harris County Judge Casey discussed financing share splits with the Chambers of Commerce Highway committee and local officials.

Preston Pendergrass Sun Mataghig Cedar Bayou Harris County Bol’ Casey Chambers of Commerce Highway Committee Baytown Chambers County Casey Pruett U.S. Corps of Engineers Jesser Hoyorth Uslimakes Frarris Kitclan Druvte Ion Chamber, of Commerce Commeltine Pritch Willy Harrly County Tve Lo Tnt Angheny Cigs Highway Committee Tudge Casey Aarassie Bayou East James

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