Auto Industry Wages Next on Control List
Washington report notes Economic Stabilizer Alan Valentine promising fast action on mandatory wage controls for more than 1.2 million auto workers. A drafting proposal seeks voluntary controls for other nonworkers while employers are asked to hold price lines. The big issue remains whether the escalator clause in existing auto contracts would be allowed to lift wages with living costs.
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U.P
Alan Valenipa
A Jones
Valentine
Congressional
ESA
Niapman Stabilization Board
Cyrus S&s Ching
Charles E. Wilson
Wilson
Salute to the Gand iesst on Baytown station KREL today
Baytown listeners will hear Salute to the Gand iesst on KREL from 10 to 11 this morning with Byard Sosy as master of ceremonies. Ex Gander players and other captains invited, organizers say. Grass fire near Cedar Bayou causes minor damage after heavy rain Wednesday night. A barn and several acres burned at J. W. Frymire home area by 2:39 am. Paul’s Lutheran church program features songs and recitations by junior department, gift distribution planned for the needy, and Baytown A and P club dance tonight at 51 per couple.
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KREL
Byard Sosyatte
Sooy
Gander Cape
Gander
Aeder
Walters
Cedar Bayou
Tlace
J. W. Frymire
Paul's
Lutheran “Church
Sin
K Brecker
Se Junior
Round Town Dat Latham Seeks News In 1951 Holiday Gleanings
Local notes recount past Christmas customs and the city’s social swirl. Mentions include George Walmsley and Bert Auman among civic members, with chatter of holiday plans, party scenes, and a telephonic appeal for readers. Includes references to photos, cards, and upcoming seasonal events in a retrospective tone.
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Latham
Butkh
George Walmsley
Semner
Bert Auman
Renag
Warking
Siary
Chandler
Hasey
R. J. Bull Dies At 78 In Baytown
Robert Joshua Bull, known as Dad Bull, retired farmer from Coryell County, died after long illness. He lived in Baytown with his children and visited downtown daily. Funeral at Earthman Chapel at 5 p.m. officiated by W Irvine, with burial at Murphy Cemetery Evant in Coryell County tomorrow. Survived by two sons RL Bull and L Bull and two daughters Mrs. Nena Roberson and Mrs. Vera Parkes, all of Baytown.
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Dad) Bull
Beytown
Bull
Baytown
Coryell County
Earthman Chapel
Irvine
Ashbbel and
Interior Department Charged With Wasteful Spending
A congressional subcommittee criticizes the Interior Department for wasteful procurement practices and disorganized purchasing across agencies. It cites Esquire magazine purchases, $2.45 air cap orders, a 9 cent Esquire issue for a park director, and 32 cent Fish and Wildlife orders amid a $55 million annual purchases bill. The report notes low productivity, 14 dollars processed per day per worker, and poorly supervised procurement offices, with the Office of Territories highlighted among several unsatisfactory administrations.
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Interior
Esquire
House Civil Service
Jehn Bell
Williams
D. Mispi
Bureau of Reclamation
Nations Park Service
Esquire Magazine
Fish and Wildlife Service
Interior Department
Office of Territories
Sewer Bond Issue Defeated in Harris County District
Voters in Harris County Fresh Water Supply District No 1 rejected a proposed 200800 sewer system and disposal plant and a 300000 bond to finance it. The count was 72 for and 107 against. Chairman T M Gardner said the board will not re submit soon and will await developments. Citizens criticized taxes and baytown tax alignment with the district.
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Harris County
yesterGey
Baytown
District Board of Supervisors
T-M. Gardner
Board of Supervisors
Tet Valorem
Tex
Goodfellows Deliver Christmas Bags in Baytown
Goodfellows work crews and volunteers in Baytown race to finish Christmas bag deliveries today with donations from Home Rooms 103 and 207, Brownie Scout Troop No. 8, Tee Junior College student body, Farhol City, and Southwestern Association. Some bags misaddressed or refused will be returned to The Baytown Sun office.
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Baytown Sun
Goedfellows
Baytown
Rob
Gut Ez Lee’ High School
Tee, Junior College
Farhol
Clti
Southwestern
Associa Helephone Company
Emand
Goodfellows
Sun
Christmas mail rush at town postoffice weekends
Postmaster N B Ballard announced complete deliveries will be made Sunday as Christmas mail surges. Carriers will deliver parcels and letters in a weekend effort to reach all destinations before Christmas. The main post office and Finance Department will operate Saturday while certain finance stations close.
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N. B. Ballard
Cartiers
Ballard
Nelson McElroy Called To Father's Bedside
Nelson McElroy was summoned to Waco last night after learning his father T. A. McElroy had been struck by an automobile and was in a Waco hospital. The elder McElroy, previously struck at height, could not explain the incident. hospital reports indicated no serious injuries.
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Nelson McElroy
Waco
T. A. McEroy
McElroy
Reds Launch Fresh Attacks on Fronts in Korea
Communist forces renewed the assault with heavy probing near Seoul and at Hungnam as General MacArthur warned of a possible massive new invasion into South Korea. US Navy ships joined bombardment while Puerto Rican troops of the Third Division fought off attackers, the clash beginning with a midnight petrol thrust and escalating through dawn.
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Tokyo
United Nations
Korea
Douglas MacArthur
South Korea
MacArthur
Peking
Red
Chugchon
Seoul
United “Nations
Hungnam
Chunchan
38Th Parallel
Taegu
Ena Pusan
Truman departs for Missouri home despite heavy snow
President Truman leaves Washington today aboard a flight scheduled for 1:68 pm amid a heavy snowstorm. The trip heads to his home in Missouri, with Baytown time noted as 2:08.
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Washington
Truman
Baytown
Missoori
Chinese Forces Reported Helping Indo China Rebels
Report cites informed sources claiming Chinese forces joined Indo China rebels in the civil war, aiding Reds alongside an Indo Chinese regiment threatening the French right flank in Tonkin Province near Chinese borders. French commander General de Lattre de Tassigny warned against further withdrawals despite assurances.
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Indo-Chine
Tonkin Province
China
Jean de Lattre de Tassigny
Yndo-China
Western Powers Prepare Terms For Parley With Moscow
The United States Britain and France plan to deliver separate notes in Moscow outlining terms for a Big Four talks on East-West issues. The move follows Western approval in Brussels and Paris discussions, aiming to discuss West German remilitarization and set the stage for informal talks.
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Donald J. Gonzales
Washington
Russia
United States
France
Britain
Moscow
Paris
Brussels
Dean Acheson
Ernest Bevin
Robert Schuman
War Balance Sheet For Week Roundup Of News Across War
United States leaders name General Dwight D Eisenhower as commander to coordinate European defense. Atlantic pact nations outline an army of about 1.0 million, including German units. Russia invited to a four power meeting, while peace seeks progress. Wage settlements ease transport disputes and price controls discussed. China rejects UN cease-fire in Korea. MacArthur cites Korean casualties over 42,000 with broader losses. U.S. defense spending climbs beyond 22 billion, with long term fiscal concerns raised by Hoover.
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Phil Newsom
United Press
Good i
Dwight D. Hisenhower
Europe
Brussels
Dean Acheson
Washington
United States
Britain
France
Russia
Trieste
White Hrouse
Tongre
Korea
Senezel
China
United Nations
Formosa
Douglas MacArthur
P Dent Herbert Hoover
Baytown Stores Brace for Christmas Eve Rush
Baytown merchants brace for a last minute Christmas rush with many shops open late and some till 9 pm. City and county offices banks and restaurants will close Monday while post offices take a holiday break. Shoppers flock downtown for gifts as demand runs strong for cowboy outfits perfumes lingerie and toys as chilly overcast weather boosts holiday spirit.
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Baytown
China rejects UN cease fire demand over Korea frontiers
Premier Chu en Lai denounces the UN appeal for a cease fire in Korea. China refuses to recognize the 38th parallel as the boundary and warns that Chinese Red troops may cross north of Seoul. The statement follows a strong warning from MacArthur about US action and notes the resolution lacks Chinese participation.
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U.P
China
United Nations
South
Korea
Chu
n-Lai Broad Chon
South Korea
MacArthur
Seoul
Chow
Bresel
United
Hinz
Asia
Chines
Dearborn Council Urges Safe Driving For Holidays
The council urged drivers to plan trips early, slow down at night on slippery roads, avoid alcohol before driving, and not take chances to reduce holiday traffic deaths and risks.
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Dearborn
Council
Jholiday
CBS Color TV Wins Court Ruling With Restraint
A federal court upheld government approval of CBS color television but barred commercial use until a Supreme Court decision. The ruling dismisses RCA and NBC challenge and grants a temporary restraining order through next April or until the high court acts.
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Chicago
Columbia Broadcasting System
Supreme Court
Radio Corporation of America
The
National Broadcasting. ‘Company
Federal Communication Commission
CBS
Supr
Edible fruits add color to Christmas wreaths
The item describes small edible fruits to decorate Christmas wreaths, listing grapes cranberries kumquats and other fruits. It mentions a coat of shellac for shine and notes usage of edible fruits to enhance color in holiday wreaths.
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