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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1956
Page
2
Stock quotes from major firms surface with Merrill Lynch listed among brokers. Readout includes names like Dow Chemical, Eastman Kodak, Libby McNCola, Packard, Texaco, and Gulf Oil, noting trading activity and familiar industry names across the page. References to city finances, road bonds, and utility projects appear with local officials cited in the ongoing coverage of public works and fiscal matters.
Braves manager Fred Haney emphasizes the impact of bench players and situational decisions in building the team’s early lead. He notes players like Paget and Taney contribute key hustle and discipline, while praising peers for steady defense and timely hits that set the tone for the game.
Roller rink marks its first anniversary with local celebrations and community events. Patrons enjoyed skating sessions, music, and refreshments as the venue highlighted a year of service and plans for future upgrades.
A report signals Truman may avoid backing Harriman to prevent a party split while Stevenson backers push moderation and civil rights. Truman’s platform committee appearance hints at a softer stance, favoring a strong civil rights plank without a specific endorsement. He supports the Supreme Court ruling against school segregation. The note adds that the first government employment bureau started in Paris in 1843.
A Dallas statewide TV speech by Daniel focuses on big dams, expanded soil conservation, and drought research, signaling a broad runoff message. Key developments show Stimpson denying NAACP official stance for or against candidates, and Moore Jr. urging a lobby control law to ensure honest government, while Wilson claims the Freedom Party in Duval county has broken the Parr machine grip.
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