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Newspaper

Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1956

Page

4

Editorial calls for open government after Bracewell s stand

A Houston editorial lauds State Sen. Searcy Bracewell for opposing secret sessions in the U S Trust case investigation. It condemns four colleagues who voted for private sessions, urges open hearings, and calls the public to demand full disclosure of the inspectorate and any political influence in Texas insurance troubles.

Searcy Bracewell Harris County Sen. Bracewell Senate U.S. Trust and Guaranty Co Texas Sen Bracewell Searcy U.S. Trust Star Chamber U. S. Trust and Guaranty Co Smilar Ben Ramsey Houston Wade Spilman McAllen House Spiman C. H. Cavness U. S. Trust Sen. Lane Jimmy Phillips Angleton Phillips Cayness Sun

Unclear fragmentary text about bread and a move

Fragmentary OCR text mentions bread items, a move to La Poris, and various unclear phrases. No coherent events or identifiable persons or organizations emerge from the readable portions. The record preserves the fragmentary nature of the source.

Baytown Tales of a Humble Stock Sale

The ad recounts an old Baytown anecdote about a Humble stock deal in which an employee bought an ice box for 15.00 and later saw shares rise to a value that would be 3600 dollars, reflecting a tale of market swings and missed timing. The fragment contains memories of Baytown, La Porte, and a broker’s advice, with nostalgia on investment outcomes.

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Baytown Sightings Stir Public Debate Over Language Lands

Reports from Baytown reveal a public gathering focused on a controversial plan involving publicly owned land and proposed development. Names such as Barrows Beal and others appear in a fragmented account, with phrases about commissions and a potential sale tied to a $2 valuation and local figures including Altman and Badger Road. The text shows a tense atmosphere as residents question ownership and future use of land.

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Perkins and Dry Goods Pioneer Shaped Local Trade

The article details Elmer Wheeler's account of a dry goods businessman in Texas who established his own store, built a varied enterprise in real estate ranching and merchandise, and emphasized perseverance and cash-based deals. It mentions family influence, community generosity, and a long career spanning many years.

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Looking Unto Jesus The Author And Finisher Of Faith

A devotional line referencing Hebrews describes Jesus who endured the cross for the joy set before him and sat down at the right hand of God, highlighting faith and perseverance in Christian teaching.

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Guests Paint Brush And Canvas Party Idea

Gloria Swanson recounts hosting a DIY painting party for about 15 adults in a Rome drawing room. While the aim was art, playful chaos ensued as guests wandered through costumes and antics, leaving canvases smeared, floors splattered, and a humorous scene of creativity and mishap. The anecdote references artist Frank Gervasi and a lighthearted look at spontaneous art.

Gloria Swanson United Press Rome Sd Kindergarten Francesco Frank Gervasi

Unclear OCR fragment hints at art and coastal lore

Disjointed text mentions Armnur and Mediterranean shores, with scattered remarks on painting oils, varnish, and decor. The garbled prose references June, nervousness, and a vague advert, offering little coherent event or named entities.

Who touches a hair of you gray head

This puzzle filled feature lists questions and trivia about literature, battles, cuisine, and notable figures. It includes a line about a biblical Zacharias and mentions Saratoga Monterey Gettysburg Chattanooga as common themes of American battles and places.

Saratoga Monterey New Orleans Gettysburg Chattanooga Zacharias the Piltar

Washington Merry-Go-Round Mrs Pearson Truman Claim Drew Truth

In a Washington column by Drew Pearson, he details a chaotic scene involving Mrs. Pearson and President Truman, with Pearson denying claims he hides truth, and recounts a planned moonshine raid in Roanoke Virginia. The narrative blends domestic contention with a federal tax enforcement operation led by Cal Bailey and Walter Elmore. The piece portrays tension over truthfulness and the unfolding undercover raid.

Washington Pearson Truman Drew Drew Pearson Harry Truman Miss Canty Butle Virginia Pto Roanoke Ponce de Leon A. R. Pearson Andrew Cal Tom Bailey Dwight Avis Ajenhol and Tobacco Tax Unity Walter Elmore South- West Virginia Harry Lieberman Elmore Blue Ridge Mountains Mr. Filmore Bailey Elytore

Unsung Prohibition Agents Back Coalitions Raid Tale

A journalist recounts a raid against bootleggers with Alcohol Tax unit members from Virginia and Washington. The account describes preparing teams, approaching a barn, and the perseverance of agents who worked overnight to curb illegal alcohol activity. The narrative emphasizes enforcement dedication and tax savings.

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