Nap Ballard Leads Baytown News Revolution at National Convention
Nap Ballard Baytown postmaster and Southeast Texas postal executive orchestrated Baytown Sun coverage from Los Angeles to Houston for the Democratic convention. He coordinated news packets via a mid overnight flight to Houston, with Jim Boone handling daily editions and Bill Hartman aiding with reporting and distribution. Baytown figures Albert Thomas and his daughters visited convention headquarters, while unions and local leaders supported Lyndon Johnson amid tight admission tickets and lively San Diego press box chatter.
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Pondent
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the Sun
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Arthur E. Summerfield
Democratic
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Biltmore
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Beaumont
J. M. French
Lyndon Johnson
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Nomination and party planning amid convention buzz
Johnson predicted a mid ballot win while Perle Mesta hosted a brunch for a select group of candidates wives. Reporters picked up press passes for the convention as organizers touted preparations and TV coverage. Officials warned only credentialed guests could enter, with ample seating and televised viewing options.
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Johnson
Perle Mesta
Washington
Perrcl
Rosenzweige
Citizens Nation
al Bank Travel Department
Rosenzweigs Traveling Europe and Israel Visit
Mr and Mrs Abe Rosenzweig owners of The Economy Town and Country at 214 West Texas tour Europe and Israel, report they are visiting foreign markets and noting fashions. They may buy unusual items to display in their store and expect to return August 27. A Little League Ladies Auxiliary meeting set for Thursday night is cancelled. a final August meeting is planned.
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Abe Rosenzweig
West
Texas
Europe
Israel
Little League Ladies Auxiliary
Local Business Directory Snapshot of Vendors and Services
A detailed list of numerous businesses and representatives appears, naming firms such as Kay Toys, Levin's, Kress, Morri son Furniture, Crawford Welding, Paine Brothers, Beall's and many more. The compilation includes multiple entries with counts in parentheses indicating several representatives per firm, reflecting a broad spectrum of local commerce and service providers.
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P. N. Hirsch
Kay Toys
Kirkindall
Levin's
Kress
Mangel's
Morrison Furniture
Crawford Welding Service
Texas Water
John’s
Frazier’s Pharmacy
W. M. House Tewelry
Paine Brothers
Beall
Appell Electric
Odorness Cleaners
Honke & Pillot
Ainsworth & Co
Horne’s Fabric
Gunn Air Conditioning
A & M Photo Shop
Chet’s Music Shop
Lonnie's School of Hair Design
Weingarten's
Strait Refrigeration
Gulf Coast Electric
Tri - City Pharmacy
Cook’s Paint & Varnish Co
B. F. Goldrich
Nu Royal
Coast Guard Flotilla 67 Meet Promotes Safety Film
The Regular meeting of the U S Coast Guard Flotilla 67 will be held at 8 p m Wednesday at Humble Community House No 1 All members are invited to bring their families and interested persons may attend to view Safety Everywhere All The Time an educational motion picture.
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U.S. Coast Guard Flotilla 67
Humble Community House No. 1
Directors Named By Citizens Bank
Robert Gillette senior partner at Reid Strickland Gillette and Ramsey and William J. Gidley Citizens National Bank trust officer were elected advisory directors at a bank board meeting. President Hugh Echols Jr. says the move broadens experience and serves East Harris County customers. They will likely become full directors at the January stockholders meeting.
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Robert Gillette
Reid, Strickland, Gillette and Ramsey
William J. Gidley
Citizens National Bank and Trust Co
Hugh Echols Jr
Harris County
Bridge Club Meeting Notice at Baytown Community House
SUN SPOTS reports the Baytown Duplicate Bridge Club will meet at 9 a.m. on Wednesday in the Community House. The short notice item notes a regular gathering for players to participate in duplicate bridge games statewide.
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Baytown
Duplicate Bridge Club
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