Miami Battens Down For Big Blow
A hurricane named Weypolda or similar lashed toward the Bahamas with 120 mile per hour winds and forecasters warned of potential impacts on the Florida east coast within 300 miles. Three deaths were reported in the Bahamas as the storm moved north, with Miami issuing cautious optimism while tracking the storm and extending warnings if it alters course toward the coast.
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Bahamas
Florida
Atlantic
Mimi
Melbourne
Mini
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Ib Niles
Vas Central
2 Cent School Tax Cut Voted
Eastbourne England report notes a local vote approving a two cent reduction in school taxes amid political controversy. The article hints at a long running mystery and charges under investigation, mentioning Mills Gumillings and an exposure scandal.
Valuations Rise Trigger Tax Rate Cut in 1957 Budget
An unexpected jump in district tax values raised the total to 453 million, prompting a two cent reduction in the 1957 tax rate. Superintendent George H. Gentry noted value gains from Rumble Oil and Refining Co and new residential growth. Last year’s total was about 140.7 million, with sinking fund changes shaping the levy and bond retirements. Lee College expansion adds one cent to its levy. See TAXES Page Two.
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George H. Gentry
G. L. Bennett
Gentry
Rumble Oil and Refining Co
Everall
She Lee College
Purse stolen at Roseland Park pool during swim
A purse containing a Bulava wristwatch ring and identification papers was stolen from the Roseland Park pool while Judy was swimming. Mrs Mills stated a reward had been offered for the return of the purse and its contents. The incident was reported as a local theft with no further details available.
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Channely Wee Ranther
Eo. Mmills
Roseland Park
Judy
Mills
Pair Offer To Run For GOP Veen
Report notes confusion over a potential presidential bid with unnamed GOP figures and California Governor and another state governor not declaring candidacy. The article cites discussions at a car convention and mentions related political speculation.
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GOP ‘Veen
Around Town DONS A MeINIEARSON ig home
Local society notes recount a jumble of names and vignettes from Baytown Stara and nearby, mentioning Sanders, Mrs W, Shannon, Willer Queen, and the Albrights. The piece hints at visits, conversations, and social happenings as residents go about daily life.
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Meiniearson
Baytown
Stevenson Lead Mounts in Stretch Drive for Delegates
Adlai Stevenson intensified his bid for the Democratic nomination at the Chicago convention, aiming to secure enough delegates on an early ballot. He trails Harriman in delegate strength but gains momentum as Kefauver supporters shift to Stevenson. Former President Truman's endorsement of Harriman contrasts with Stevenson’s growing clear path toward a second ballot.
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Iy Raymond Lahk
United Press Star
Chicago
Adlai B. Stevenson
Everson
Harriman
Stevenson
Sen
Estes Kefauver
Kefauver
Barriman
Johnson Leads Drive For Platform Unity
CHICAGO (GP) Sen. Lyndon B. Johnson emerged as a leader in seeking a convention platform to unite the Democrats especially on a civil rights plank. Johnson’s presidential bid hinges on platform decisions, with Sen. Russell Russell of Georgia signaling support to help him win. Johnson hosted several front-runners in his hotel suite and stressed a platform acceptable to the entire party, while Texas delegates detailed Johnson for president campaign actions from the Conrad Hilton hotel.
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Lyndon B. Johnson
Democratic Party
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Richard RR
Russell Ga
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Senate
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Jolson
Dark Horse
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Dale
Stuart Symington
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Stevenson
Averell Harriman
Symington
Insante
Texas
Lyndon Johnson
John Connally
Fort Worth
Vocaneus
They
Wey
Reminder of Women Parade Amid Chicago Civic Event
In Chicago six scouts joined a parade featuring placards promoting femininity as a Democrat convention heads the Girl Scouts seek to urge safety. The message, Dont be at jittering, reflects a civic effort to support women’s portrayal and presence in public events.
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Harring for President HQ Interview Sparks Platform Debate
Riymond Gary tells reporters at the Harring for President headquarters in Chicago that the Supreme Court decision should be written into the party platform. He asserts the civil rights Phapki 1952 and related policies must be acknowledged in official Party statements.
Yarborough Says Shivers Machine Is Fighting Him
Ralph Yarborough charged conservative Democratic leaders campaign against him in his gubernatorial bid against Sen. Price Daniel. In a television speech from Austin he accused the Shivers machine of trying to perpetuate itself by backing its hand-picked candidate for governor and asked why the machine would rescue a trailing campaign. See POLITICS-Page.
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Shivers Machine
United Prass
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Sen
Price
Daniel
Austin
Charlie
Texas
Shivers State Democratic Executive Committee
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Yarho
Democratic
George Sandlin
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Tivo
Daniel Film To Be Shown Highlight Of Rally Here Tonight
A Daniel for Governor rally tonight features a film about Son Price Daniel. Campaign manager Jim Sartwelle Jr. will present the movie with Fred Hartman introducing. Baytown co-chairman Spikes Connady will preside as campaign staffer Ben Kapitan participates. The meeting signals the start of an intensive drive to boost Daniel’s runoff vote on August 25.
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Son
Price Daniel
Rebel Inn
Harris County
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Sartwelle
Fred Hartman
Baytown
Mot
Spikes
Connady
Ben Kap- Tan
Texas
Sartonelle
Fiat
Connally
British Labour Leader Pushes Suez Showdown Today
London reports that Labour Party chief Hugh Gaitskell calls for a showdown conference with Prime Minister Anthony Eden over Britain's Suez Canal plans. The Daily Mirror warns Eden to resist rash actions prompted by sabre rattlers and allied diplomats.
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London
Labor Party
Hugh Gaitskell
Anthony
Eden
Pralabor Daily Mirror
Sabre Rattlers
France
Democrats Criticize CBS for Omitting Film at Convention
Chicago coverage reports Paul Butter, Democratic national chairman, berating CBS television for failing to air a 28 minute film, Special film in Pursuit of Happier Democratic achievements. The film included remarks from former presidents Roosevelt and Truman and aired before Governor Clemons keynote.
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Chicago
Paul Butter
Democraic National
Cbs-Tv
Butter
CBS
Frank Clemo
Roosevelt
Truman
Trustees Pay 12077 For Typewriters
The Hrewington Typewriter Co of Pasadena sold 125 machines with trimming to Baytown schools on a high bid of 22077. The board also bought five IBM machines for 1473 but did not accept the low bid. Ditto duplicating machines costing 426.50 were bought for Alamo Lamar and De Zavala schools, and concessions for Memorial Stadium were awarded. Matherne’s print the football programs for six home games at 1619, not the lowest bid, with Supt George Ho Gentry praising Matherne’s prior service.
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Hrewington Typewriter Co
Pasadena
Baytown
IBM
Lf Ars
Youth Pays With Life For New Year Killing
Sun staff writer reports a fatal New Year shooting at a Mexiwin recreation hall. Basil Quiley allegedly fatally wounded Apolonio Alvarado after a bar altercation. Quiles, 21, told police he feared retaliation from the victim’s kin and described the barroom confrontation before the shooting.
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Now
Basiligo Quiley
Crowded Cafe Explosion Kills and Injures Dozens
A gas explosion at a crowded Monticello Utah cafe on Monday night caused multiple fatalities and injuries. Local sheriff reports 17 dead with missing and injured passengers transported to hospitals. Red Cross coordinating rescue and recovery as details remain chaotic and numbers vary.
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Win Wees
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Baytown School Board Executes Teacher Departures and Hires
Baytown teachers and staff see turnover as Miss Nancy Barker resigns before starting after a larger Houston firm offered a competing contract. New hires approved include Lamant Jamison Emma Davis Doris Echart Myrle Johnston and Mary Frances Petrash. Carver facility staff additions are Wesley Smith and Taylor. Jewel Herrington named manager of Baytown safelerig and Ann W appointed to shorelaty for W. W. Brown. James S. Rawls school at Cedar Bayouatta is completed. board will inspect Friday with architect Lowell Lammees. Bank funds totaling 550,000 from bond sales placed in Citizens National Hank six month time deposit. current year tax collection exceeded 93 percent of the roll.
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Houston
George Ti Gentry
Lamant
CL ‘Jamison
Emma S$, Davis
Doris J. Echart
Myrle RF. Johnston
Mary Frantes Petrash
Carver
Wilebur B. Wesley
Willie Mae Smith
Eulalia B. Taylor
David Maxwell
James S. Rawls
Cedar Bayouatta
Pai
Lowell Lammees
First Official Notice In Chambers County Details Options
Nearly 40 options were recorded Monday in Chambers County court records on Cedar Bayou in West Chambers County. The filings show optioned land exceeding 3,000 acres for a potential large industrial development with a $10 initial payment to E. C. Caird of Houston and an assignment to Houston's First City National Bank. Several instruments describe the land by tract or acres, with many entries noting Cedar Bayou frontage and some extending into the bayou. Names include Rose Marie Jannings and Jalin Jennings, with multiple listed tracts and varying acreages. The options are the first on record in Chambers County, and officials anticipate further land negotiations and additional filings.
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Chambers County
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Houston
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Firac City National Banke
Bayou
Res Liable
Optio
Chambers County Court
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Wooldridge
Rose Marie Jannings
Jalin Jennings
Houston Bank
Jones and Laughlin Steel Co
Champers
Olhes
Gertrute Smith
Ie A. Chilt
A. Wattle
Wite
Donald B. Kerr
Nixon Boosts Alger at Dallas GOP Rally in 1960s Texas
Vice President Nixon campaigned for Texas congressman Bruce Alger at a Veterans of Foreign Wars gathering in Dallas. He urged support to keep Alger in Congress against Democrat Henry Ward and hailed a broader Texas GOP revival as crowds cheered.
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United Press
Dallas l
Richard M. Nixon
Texas
Nixon
Veterans of Foreign Wars’ E
Bruce Alger
Dallas
Alger
Henry Warde
Dall Distriets
Vicsor
Almer
Eisenhower
Congress
Bruen “Alger
Youth 18 Accused Of Slaying His Mother Fort Worth
An 18 year old boy sought in the slaying of his mother and wounding of his stepfather was captured early today at Saginaw Texas north of Fort Worth. The arrest ended a hunt by about 30 officers that began shortly after 9 40 p m Monday night. His mother Nora Jane Price about 40 and his stepfather Frank Price were wounded.
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Saginaw
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