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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1966
Page
2
The Noon Call section provides current stock quotes from Dempsey Tegeler and Co Inc. with updated price levels, trading activity, and notable movers recorded for investor reference. The data highlights market movers and price changes across leading equities and sectors.
Funeral services for Peter Konesny, 72, of 108 Miner, will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Ortmen Chapel and 5:30 p.m. Monday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Raviown. He died Sunday morning in a hospital. He was a pumper for the Missouri Pacific Railroad. Graveside rites at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Bryan. Surviving: two sons, two daughters, two brothers, 10 grandchildren. Also surviving are great grandchildren. Kenneth Donald Ernst of Pamela, will be at First Baptist Church with Rev. Roberts Cheek officiating. Burial in memory Gordes, one Earthman Funeral Home. Surviving: widow Mrs. Elins, daughter Kenda Gey Ernst, and several relatives.
The Southwestern District meeting of the American Business Women Association is expected to attract about 600 delegates in Fort Worth from April 15 to 17. Mrs. Pauline B. Rich of Fort Worth has been named general chairman, with the district as part of a nationwide organization of more than 35,000 members across 104 Texas New Mexico and Arizona chapters.
Glenn Vickery of Houston, a candidate for the Texas House in District 23, calls on the legislature to enact a permanent or annual voter registration system immediately. He urges Attorney General Waggoner Carr to drop appeals and help push a plan into effect by the May primary.
The Fosters describe contrasts between Australia and America noting tea traditions, marriage ages, and driving norms. They say Australians wed young, travel after school, and value jobs before settling. Policemen with guns surprise them in the U.S. and they discuss kangaroos and Aborigines before detailing their camping station wagon and hospitality in Michigan.
The item outlines Ferguson's continued discussion on water pollution and insurance rate reviews, calls for state aid to needy seniors, improved transportation to ease Houston ship channel bottlenecks, expanded high school vocational training, low interest student loans, and stronger teacher benefits. It also notes protections for desert spouses and dependents and prevents annexation of unincorporated communities without local consent.
A bold public advisory urges motorists to get vehicle inspections promptly. Authorities emphasize safety checks and車 maintenance ahead of peak driving periods, warning delays could lead to unreported issues and possible breakdowns.
Admitted to Gulf Coast list includes Carolyn Sue Tucker and Deborah Sanders with room numbers. Other entries name Fayle, Michael W Bris, Jo Ann Wortlewood, Clifford Metto, Patsy Parrish, John T Norton, Mary Barron, and multiple addresses and rooms. Later admissions include Lares Charles Becka Elmer Burks Martha Polk Hazel McBunch Ida O Sullivan Mary Wright Ivy Taylor and Mark Mouton with rooms. New arrivals note births at San Jacinto: James Edward Jenkins La Porte Feb 1 14. Alvis Lee Steadham Mont Belgiew Feb 12. Stephen Coch Slaymaker La Porte Feb 13.
Baytown resident Buck Austin Chandler Koneeny 79, longtime Missouri Pacific Railroad worker, died Sunday morning in a local hospital. Funeral services set for Monday at Earthman Chapel with burial at Mount Calvary Cemetery Bryan. Survivors include two sons, two daughters, two brothers, ten grandchildren, and four great grandchildren.
Peter MicClanahan Mont Bel vieu Room 306 William Haigston 1500 Wi dow Room 320 Robert McNabb 701 W. Sobil Room 320 Mrs Sybil Lively 307 Harold Room 345 Jack Hartt 2415 Missouri Room 3 Mrs Gwendolyn Baker 5008 Arrowhead Room 311 Mrs Ruth Henderson 410 Bames Room 21T
Baytonian Joe B. Bernal age 3 suffered serious injuries in a two car crash at Market and Magnolia. Slaughter, driving left turn onto Magnolia, failed to yield and Bernal was cited for speeding. Bernal transported to San Jacinto Methodist Hospital.
The Texas legislature debates registration options after a federal court struck down the poll tax voting requirement. Lt Gov Smith and Speaker Barnes back annual registration with no fee, while groups favor yearly or permanent systems. Atty Gen Carey appeals the ruling as committees prepare votes with a two thirds threshold for immediate effect.
Cross pleaded innocent at a January 28 preliminary hearing to two murder indictments. State attorneys plan to seek the death penalty in the Rigsby case. Defense claims hallucinations and insanity as a defense, noting a local statement by Cross’s officers may be used in court. If sentenced to death, execution would be in Texas’ Huntsville electric chair. life term could allow parole after 15 years, potentially eight or nine served due to credits and behavior.
Six Lee College faculty and staff will attend the Texas Junior College Association and Texas Junior College Teachers Association conventions at the Stephen F. Austin Hotel in Austin. Registration begins at 6 p.m. with sessions through Saturday morning, featuring administrators and teachers from about 50 Texas junior colleges. Delegates include Dean Walter Rundell, Robert G. McGraw, Wallace E. Heaner, Delton T. Goodin, Howard Duhton, and C. J. Collum, each assuming roles in committees and presenting a program on Vocational Technical Education.
A Vietnam veteran, James Blythe, 27, of 228 Worcester, Baytown, was injured at Reagan's Garage on North Main when a truck fell off a jack and rolled back onto him. He sustained broken ribs and a back injury and was treated at Baytown Hospital after rescue by coworkers. Blythe, released from the Navy two weeks earlier, had served in Japan and spent 25 days in action off Vietnam.
Vandals damaged the cafeteria floor by tossing foods and desserts, broke soft drink machines, entered the snack bar, and left desks emptied with contents scattered. The gymnasiums, band hall, and offices were entered, with burglaries suspected after 5 30 p m Sunday and tools stolen from Baytown Trailer Rental Co.
Clear Lake City's Light Industry Park North will expand with 61 acres valued over 1 million, platted and approved by Houston and Harris County. Improvements include Gemini Avenue and Feather Craft Lane extensions to Bay Area Boulevard, with sanitary sewers and water by the Water Authority estimated at 322,000. Current 40 acres host 12,500 square foot building space occupied by Philco, Reed Aircraft Co., and others.
Judson Branch announces Allstate Financial Corp has been formed as a wholly owned subsidiary of Allstate Enterprises to handle financing of automobile loans and related programs. Jim Ainsworth, 711 W Texas, is the Baytown representative of Allstate Insurance Co.
Police Chief Blair Mann announced a new four way stop at Fourth and Gulf after noting several traffic accidents at the intersection. The move aims to slow speeds and improve safety for motorists and pedestrians.
Mr Wimpy Wiser, Rotary Club chair, announced the Valentine event for Bay town Rotary Club with over 245 members, wives and guests to attend at Goose Creek Country Club Monday night. Red and white flowers decorate, social hour at 6 30 p m, buffet dinner at 7 39 p m. Leonard Hart is president.
An advertisement invites readers under 80 to apply for the same life insurance policy they had previously, with approval by mail and no calls. Mail your name address and year of birth to Old American Ins. Co. 4900 Gak, Dept. 1.B2428, Kansas City, MO 64241 for coverage that can be kept for life.
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