19 Jan 1961
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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1961
Page
1
President Eisenhower and President elect John F Kennedy met at the White House for more than two hours to review the nation’s major problems. Kennedy said he and three top aides found the session productive and informative.
President elect Kennedy spoke of feeling very good and interested about his upcoming inauguration. A joint statement from outgoing and incoming press secretaries outlined discussions on the Far East Africa Western Europe and the Caribbean. The report notes Eisenhower and Kennedy met for pre inauguration talks and addressed U.S. security issues and the gold outflow.
Tides for Galveston show high water at 12:51 a.m. and 31:421 mm with low tides at 6:02 a.m. and 1:01 a.m. The transcription contains likely OCR errors but keys indicate daily tide times.
The item mentions Baytown residents like Robert Strickland Robert Gillette and R C Stephenson hunting rats Tuesday, Dr Don Brunson identified as Wimpy Wisfner campaign manager, Joe Smith briefs on duties, a mistaken identity review, birthday mentions for Robert E Lee and Mose Sumner, a ring incident at a downtown store, Orpha Glovk receiving a Kennedy letter, appreciation notes for Doc’s hospital stay, Ruth Shannon at Hermann Hospital with visitors, and Kenneth Pounds delivering church news.
Kennedy stated in response to a question that discussions were largely limited to foreign affairs. He noted Eisenhower and his associates offered continued assistance after leaving office if the new administration had any questions they could answer.
Washington prepares for Friday's presidential inauguration with massive security. About one million people are expected along the route from the Capitol to the White House. A 5,000-strong security force includes Secret Service agents on rooftops and at manholes, plus police, service members, and plainclothes officers. Spectators are urged to aid in protection as well.
Charges allege felony embezzlement against Charles W Crawley of Baytown connected to the Someburger Drive-In. O O Hy Johnson of Pasadena hired Crawley in 1959 to run the unit. Johnson reported missing funds and Crawley’s furniture after Crawley disappeared. A warrant was issued for Crawley’s arrest.
Washington AP reports a late era moment as General Bradley visits the White House and reflects on President Eisenhower’s nearing retirement. Bradley’s private praise contrasts with the public calm as both men weigh the final decisions of a half century of service and the dream of relief from relentless duty.
Southern Pacific railroad crews began repairs on street crossings at Texas Avenue and near the depot in Baytown as part of a broader program. W. M. Knowles, the railroad agent, said work blocked streets Thursday while crews aimed to complete the Texas Avenue crossing that day. three crossings at North Main, Market Street Road and La Drive were finished, with about five more to follow in the project.
A compact directive urges action on two civic tasks. Buy poll tax and obtain an up to date vehicle inspection sticker to stay compliant and avoid penalties. The tone is brisk and instructional, aimed at quick completion of duties.
Market Street and Lee Drive will switch to a new three-light traffic system starting Monday. Leo Frost says the system, funded in the city budget, will ease Market Street traffic flow and regulate Lee Drive with three directional changes and a single prohibited left turn from Market Street. Police will assist drivers during the transition.
A 42 year old Hankamer woman admitted to Harris County deputies that she sold ordinary face and bath powder as voodoo powder to a Crosby widow. Reulan Newman, arrested on felony theft by false pretense, allegedly took over $11,900 from Norma Rose Krenek over five years, claiming the powder protected her from evil spirits. Mrs. Krenek says the powder fueled threats of insanity and house fire if payment stopped. Newman denies wrongdoing, saying she never believed Krenek feared her or that she sought control. Krenek inquired about the powder used to remove a relative staying with her who was named as beneficiary.
Washington AP outlines key inaugural activities across Thursday and Friday including governors reception at Sheraton Park Hotel at 3 p.m. and an 8:15 p.m. concert at Constitution Hall. Friday covers Kennedy arrival at 2:30 p.m. and official inaugural ceremony at noon with ensuing luncheon, parade, and ball across multiple venues televised by NBC CBS and ABC.
Vice President Nixon and Pat Nixon plan a Friday flight to a West Indies vacation soon after Lyndon B. Johnson is sworn in as vice president. Nixon may delay firm choice until after a two to three week rest in the Bahamas. The Mixons will keep their daughters in school until June. District officials prep snow removal for parade day. 120,000 district students have the day off and will receive an explanatory booklet. Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy appears as first lady at the reviewing stand, and inauguration ceremonies air Friday on TV channels 2 11 and 13.
A strong northerly cold front moved across Texas, with Baytown and Southeast Texas seeing scattered rain and dropping temperatures. Winds up to 30 mph ushered in unseasonably cool air, with Baytown forecast toreach about 30s and low 20s in the Panhandle region moving southeast. No freezing temps expected in the Baytown area tonight.
AP dispatch from Austin notes the Railroad Commission proposes an eight day pattern for February oil allowables after a nine day plan. Humble Oil supports an eight day calendar with a 2 804477 barrel daily figure. several independents push no change. E J Wilson of Dallas urges stability while Hewitt cites past spot markets and January sales as context.
Fidel Castro announced six Americans were seized after a botched invasion attempt. The group trained at a camp in Florida and sailed from Marathon Key to Cuba last year, with names listed as George Beck, Tommy Baker, Donald Green, James Beane, Alfred Gibson, and Leonard Schmidt.
President elect Kennedy arrives in Washington as heavy snow halts travel but fails to dampen preparations. Eisenhower, Hoover and Truman join celebrations at the White House. two Democrats and two Republicans symbolize democracy amid tension and anticipation for the inauguration.
Readable fragments show Pro Western government under Premier Boun Qum moving to evacuate the Laotian capital Vientiane amid privately sourced discussions. Unclear details but signals a planned withdrawal as regional tensions rise.
Raytown Mayor R H Pruett will seek Harris County Mayors and Councilmen's Association backing for a 22 million bond to fund a county stadium for major league baseball and other sports. The meeting at Tow ner will feature County Commissioner W V Ramsey and Houston councilman Laurie Welch detailing the bill’s impact and county funding. Absentee voting runs to Jan 27 with polls open Jan 31.
Final examinations started Thursday at Robert E. Lee High School and run through Friday under a special two day schedule. Regular bell at 8 35 a m Friday. First period exam 9 24 to 10 09 a m. Third period final from 1 49 to 3 p m. All study halls not required. Tests Thursday covered odd periods one three five. Friday quizzes cover seven periods two four six.
Harris County Democrats plan a 7 30 p m Friday gathering at the WOW Hall East Texas Ave to explain the party goals and organization. RSC Dick Y Manne of Bay Town chairs the county organization while Rep Bob Eckhardt is in Austin and Stevie McDonald leads the East Harris County Club. Many Kennedy Johnson volunteers may learn about a permanent Harris County Democratic structure.
Highlands Parents Council forms a committee with Clifton Adams Moss Anderson and Pete Rupp to study opening spread transit near Richlands Junior High to ease traffic from East Wallisville Road. They will meet WY Romsey of Precinct 2 to discuss. Rupp cites narrow Wallisville Road forcing students to walk in streets when weather is bad.
Harris County Federal Savings and Loan Association held its annual board meeting Wednesday and re elected John W Strickler Robert P Kerr and Joe Reid to the board of directors. Other directors include C E B Carlson Hi Cathriner W E Duplantis A Kraft Alfred Melinger W H Reber and Theo Wilburn. Shareholders attending the meeting included Charles Dunner Clem Rover RB WW Reily Jobe W Syvivester W C Patterson and J D Wooten.
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