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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1960
Page
1
Sun Spots reports tension fading as Nixon and Gov. Nelson Rockefeller meet over breakfast with Mrs. Nixon, signaling unity on a close election. Nixon names New York as a key state and indicates the vice presidential pick will be discussed with Rockefeller and other leaders.
Gene Branscome Milton Lyons praise Baytown luck. Bob Beverly walks Tex as Ave. Jack Stewart works hard and enjoys it. Simone Marshall upbeat about a news story. Ken Walters sips coffee while seeking photos. Sam and Louis Levine finish a long day of work. Mr and Mrs Robert Donnelly save clippings about Jamboree Troop 58. Edih Mae Macon Rose Massey attend Alvin secretary meeting and First Methodist. Victor Waddell plan Colorado vacation. Gene Elaine Fuselier vacation in New Orleans. Delmon Wieser trip to Arkansas. Patches Caskey relays watermelon party. Perkinson couple touring Pacific Northwest, hosted in Grand Junction by Vi Saunders.
President Eisenhower at a Chicago breakfast urged Republican candidates to pursue only what people can do, advocating a great middle road. He warned such an approach is hard to defend and invites attacks from both sides, but said it is the direction many voters want. About 600 attended the Morrison Hotel event, Eisenhower’s final scheduled appearance in Chicago before heading to Denver with Mrs. Eisenhower.
Gov. Orval Faubus defeats four opponents in the Arkansas Democratic primary to secure a historic path toward a fourth term. Kennedy spends a day off while staffman Robert Kennedy meets pro Kennedy leaders in New York. Rockefeller backs Nixon as Johnson’s future looms in 1960. A North Texas State College senior sues to block Johnson’s dual ballot appearance, and CIA chief Whites briefs Johnson on security. Eisenhower credits robust prosperity and peace as the nation remains strong.
Five of six witnesses urge curbs on annexation powers of home rule cities at a Galveston hearing held at the Moody Center. A Port Arthur man favored protecting foil annexation powers. Testimony heard by Rep. W liv er and a panel of state representatives.
Baytown invites families and visitors to tour the Esso Baltimore supertanker at the refinery docks from 1 to 6 pm. Visitors ride air conditioned buses from the Community Building to the docks, return for refreshments, and receive a souvenir brochure. The vessel, largest in the Esso fleet, features a 107 foot beam, 48,890 deadweight tons, and fully air conditioned living spaces.
United Nations diplomats framed the Security Council vote as a defeat for the Soviet Union and a victory for the United States after a 9-2 tally blocked charges that the American RAAT reconnaissance plane was on a spying mission. The council rejected a Soviet call for an investigation and vetoed an Italian proposal to have the Red Cross contact two surviving crewmen held by the Soviets.
Channelview residents debated incorporation at a high school meeting. Texas Municipal League expert C C Crutchfield outlined possible tax rates, city powers, and funding options while critics questioned bias and feasibility.
Local farmer Laenik and a contractor challenged cost estimates for Highland incorporation at an open meeting in Tighlands last Thursday. He disputed depreciation and non existent machinery figures, claiming at least 1000000 and a crew of 16 needed to start. The Highlands Rotary Club endorsed incorporation as best for Highlands. The Highlands Star supports the measure editorially. Voting runs 7 AM to 7 PM Saturday at Highlands Elementary School.
Three items on Baytown City Council agenda for Thursday include curb and gutter work on Favle Street from Thea to Danubria, a hearing on opening Green Street from Favre to Hroma Pretty and making it one way east, and a likely revisit of designating Defeet Street as one way east from Pruett to Commerce. Residents seek appearances to address curb work and street openings.
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