Humble Dealers To See New Closed Circuit TV Program
A Texas originated closed circuit television sales program will debut January 3, be shown to about 4000 Humble dealers and salesmen across 10 Texas cities via coaxial cable from the WFAA TV studio in Dallas. Simultaneous live showings are planned in Pharr Tyler and Corpus Christi where cable is unavailable. The program aims to streamline company meetings and cut travel delays for sales staff.
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OH & Refining Company
WFAA
Dallas
Dallass
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Lubbock
Wichita Falls
Fort Worth
Hous
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Good Samaritan Loses Job After Thief Robs Cash Box
ALEXANDRIA La Déo 31 AP An Alexandria service station attendant was fired after an Iowa fugitive who befriended him stole 74 from the cash register. Edward James Little 40, already serving a life term for a Des Moines bank robbery, was captured after the theft. The attendant White was charged with theft for letting Little work the night and leave with the cash.
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Oil Company
Christmas Mail Rush Slows Baytown Post Office
The Baytown post office faced heavy Christmas mail as residents mailed early, creating a crowded scene described as a graveyard after the rush. Officials noted the volume moved quickly through the bayhouse though some mail remained un sorted.
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Most Workers Return Early at Packard South Bend Plant
About 10,000 Studebaker Packard Corp. employees in South Bend will be back to work by next week, earlier than planned. Ray Powers, VP of operations, says a production rearrangement will allow all workers in the Shide-Waker passenger van and truck plants to resume Monday. Workers have been returning 9 to 10 per day this week as production, halted December 10 for investigation and changes, moves toward normal operation.
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C J Spaldings Attend Funeral In Memphis
Mr and Mrs C J Spalding of Baytown have gone to Memphis Tennessee to attend the funeral service for his father J A Spalding who died at 2 pm Thursday The services will be held at 2 pm Saturday at the National Funeral Home in Memphis
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President Ike to seek wage boost to 90 cents
Augusta Ga December 31 UP President Truman will recommend in his State of the Union message to raise the national minimum wage. The White House disclosed a substantial percentage increase, likely 15 cents an hour, as fair and equitable. Nixon plans a goodwill trip to Central America next February as Congress prepares for his forthcoming address.
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Outlook for 1955 Bright Says University of Texas economist
University of Texas economist Dr John R Stockton predicts 1955 could be better than 1954 in a civic luncheon talk. He is director of the universitys Bureau of Business Research and offered an optimistic outlook for Texas.
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University of Texas
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University’ Real of Business Research
Texas
Man Escaped Jail 34 Years Ago Linked to Mobriack Case
Oklahoma City reports Gov. Frank Tanoushe to seek extradition for Lean Sam Mobriack, Columbus driver, tied to the 12 death of Frank Davis, who escaped jail soon after sentencing. New Kiwanis members Tee Lerner ROW Wilhite Bill House David Oliver join, with officers to be installed next week.
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Unnamed Stork Brings Son to Crosby Family
A Baytown Sun stork column recounts a dramatic tale of a man and his quick arrival at San Jacinto Memorial hospital, where he allegedly defrauded the IRS. The piece notes the birth of a seven pound son, James Gary, to Mr. and Mrs. James Froneberger of Virginia, with grandparents named, and quotes Mrs. Froneberger promising to bring the baby to the Sun office soon.
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James Froneberger
Virginia
Frank Reinbold
Segovia
F. O. Froneberger
Sulphia Springs
Froneberger
Baytown Sun News
Baytown Sun
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Violent Death Toll In Texas Rises To 121
The United Press reports that the Texas long holiday violent deaths reached 121 on Friday with 60 in traffic crashes, 11 by homicide and 50 by other means. The DPS forecasts 203 more deaths before the holiday period ends. A Texarkana crash injured six, including Lillian Skinner and her husband William, with E C Cloud signaling but unseen by the car.
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Texarkana
David Woolmack
Charlotte Observer Sold to Knight Chain
The Charlotte Observer, North Carolina’s largest paper, was sold for 17 million dollars to Knight Company Florida based Plotida Corpora. James T. Knight becomes president and publisher, with control shifting to John Knight and James L. Knight overseeing the board. Other Knight directors join, and the Observer will stay locally edited and operated.
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Tipsy Driver Advisory From Baytown Officials
Baytown officials urge caution for celebrants who drink before driving. Police Chief Roy Montgomery says no auxiliary officers will be on duty just to drive people home. He emphasizes not feeling embarrassed or public about seeking rides to avoid tire damage and property loss.
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Baytown
Roy Montgomery
Mendes France not sure how his name arose
Paris Dec 31 Premier Tierre Mendes France says he does not know how the Jane was added to his family name. He cites two theories for the Frances origin, one linking it to a marriage with a person named Franca before the 7th century, the other suggesting a move from Portugal with the name France.
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Drilling Contractors Report Active Oil Wages Week
The American Association of Oil Well Drilling Contractors reported a total of about 2,200 rigs active in the United States and Canada for the week of December 27, up from 2,982 the previous week and 2.793 for the same period in 1955. Regional figures show Oklahoma 199, Wisconsin 219, Texas oil areas 200, 197, West Texas 58, New Mexico 478, Gail Coast 602, North Texas 358, 534.
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North Texas
Pay Raise Approved For 3500 At Convair
Convair Fort Worth approves retroactive raises for about 3500 workers at the Cons air aircraft Tastary. The raise, retroactive to last Monday, totals nearly 798 dollars per year for salaried staff in the Fort Worth division. President and manager C. Esenwein announced the wage action, with pay checks reflecting the increase in January.
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Livestock Market Report Fort Worth Dec 31
USDA livestock notes from Fort Worth show cattle 300 head, slow and weak demand with mast of tun comprised canner and cutterears at 6 to 1.50, few utility cows and 10 to 10 head commercial and 1 yearling steers and bulls. 380 down, stockers scarce. Calves 100 weak across utility, commercial and good, stockers scarce. Hogs 60 offered, not enough to establish quotations.
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USDA
Baytown Sun historical publisher and pricing note
The Baytown Sun issue shows editor and staff roles, advertising director, and management. It lists subscription rates by month, mail options, and service details, noting entry under postal act of 187 National Advertising Representatives.
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Babson: Pioneer in Business Forecasting and Education
Babson taught business forecasting to a wide audience through weekly newspaper releases used by over 400 papers and financial reports read by 20,000 corporations and estates. He founded Babson Institute for Men and Webster College for Women, and later Western Institute of Business Administration in Eureka Kansas, plus Gravity Research Foundation at New Boston New Hampshire.
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Voting Main And Running To Causew Road District Boundaries
A fragmentary description outlines district boundary lines along Main and Causeway Road toward Hog Island. It details district 4 boundaries from Fast Republic to Kilgore road, Silfore Road, Dale, Strickland, Davis road, Ward road, Rosille drive, Highway 146, and East Republic, ending near Main. District 5 covers areas east of Highway 148 and West along North Main to East Loci, district 6 spans Goose Creek from Géntey drive to Carnegie street with north bound from Goose Creek to North Main.
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Caution on Cough Colds Promotes Creomulsion Use
A vintage advertisement urges fast treatment of coughs and bronchitis with Creomulsion. It touts a pink and blue children’s bottle, claims the product reaches the bronchial system, soothes inflamed membranes, and guarantees satisfaction with a druggist refund.
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