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Newspaper

Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 18, 1961

Page

3

Christmas shopping boom boosts national stores

Shoppers’ dollars fill registers as store crowds surge after Thanksgiving. Merchants report strong demand across the country with fears of an all time record, boosted by toys and luxury items. Prices vary with notable promotions and higher purchases of durable goods and emergency gear amid economic caution.

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Get Arrested Get Your Picture Made In Color

New York police adopt color photography for crime scenes and certain criminals to aid in detection. Commissioner Murphy announced the program after a year of field testing.

New York City Police Department Michael J. Murphy

Rockwood Dayton basketball game delayed by gym mix-up

In Dayton Tennessee Rockwood and Dayton High teams arrived for a game to be played later after both schools found their gyms dark and unable to host. The teams plan to reconvene at a suitable site to complete the matchup.

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