14 Jun 1965
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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1965
Page
1
Partly cloudy weather continues in the Maytown area with waning humidity. Forecast calls for a cooler day ahead while temperatures edge toward a high in the 90s. Atlantic tides and seas remain calm with light breeze.
A jumble of names places and events from Richey Craig and nearby communities. Mentions of a four forty clinic in New Braunfels, Sak lamti raong families, and the FG and Petty top New Braunfel. Community notices include Janet Fo from Aquarens in San Mateos and Mrs Velma Mudd returning from vacation. Various church meetings city council convention and senior citizens gathering are listed with dates and locations.
Dr Liggett will preside over a county road meeting focusing on transportation needs. He stated the committee aims to promote innovation and inform citizens about progress while exploring media distribution channels. The effort emphasizes public relations and coordination with transportation agencies.
ELASD Ohio AP story details a 15 year old polio survivor, overcoming disability to receive her diploma. She walked the stage with help from family and teachers, demonstrating determination and community support amid challenges. Her achievement is celebrated as a moment of perseverance and achievement.
About 2,000 Humble refinery workers and Baytown Refinery employees face a 4.4 percent wage rise and double time on Sundays as unions discuss Humble’s counter proposal. A Tuesday 7 p.m. briefing at 3114 Market Street aims to explain terms, with ballots sent to members this week and counted June 21. If approved, the raise takes effect July 1 or July 15 for some workers.
President Johnson announced on the spot promotions for astronauts Edward White and James McDivitt during a Houston event. The Air Force says they remain majors officially, with Senate confirmation pending. Pentagon expects promotions to lieutenant colonel to take effect July 15 after confirmation.
AP reports about Dong Xoai and nearby battles, noting about 100 government troops from the 11th Airborne Battalion found dead in a rubber plantation area north of Dong Xoai. U.S. paratroopers moved toward Phuoc Vinh to protect airfields as Viet Cong attacks continued across the region.
Baytown police logged a weekend of odd thefts including a black wash rat a yellow plantation bell ladders pocket knife and a 20 inch black ket and a 16 inch yellow bell all from various local addresses. Victims include Greer s Art 1610 Alexander Kemper Luke 1521 Wilfaw Rendon Pasadena Bryant 609 Bolster and J C Baltwin Humble. Items stolen range from tools to wallets and car parts. Police report window glass at Chet s Music and damage to a car trunk were also noted in the incidents.
Weather bureau cautions that the Atlantic hurricane season runs through November 1 with advisories for travelers and residents. Historical data note past storms such as Carol Audrey and Cleo, while urging precautions including stocked supplies, sturdy shelter away from water, and radio readiness for power outages.
Relative of Bastonian bears news of a Sanderson storm disaster that killed 15 people. Epperson nephew of Bastonians, Emerson, was not hurt and is employed by the Border Patrol stationed near Samerson. His parents, Ray and unnamed mother, reside in Davina and La Porte.
Trustees set Monday 7:30 pm in the school administration building board room to open bids for the 1965 67 depository funds and to bid on physical education and athletic supplies. They will also receive financial and tax reports for administrative affairs, a building program report by architect James A Davis, and recommendations on hiring additional teachers and staff workshop attendance.
James L. Stubbs reports a melon theft Sunday as about a dozen melons vanished from Midway tract. Police found several melons behind Stubbs’ fence and others on Chandler Street while the inquiry continues to identify who eloped with the cantaloupes.
Republicans plan to focus on the Midwest and West to recoup 1964 House losses and gain three or more Senate seats. Dr. Gordon Singleton of Waco, former president of Mary Hardin-Baylor College, receives the Texas Baptist Elder Statesman Award. Barry Goldwater calls for Johnson to be defeated, arguing he should not be president but the war's end remains a topic. Secretary Connor cites 250000 youths working this summer due to federal appeal to business. A singing group called the Wild Ones emerges with Jordan Christopher, age 2, amid other brief items and notable tensions overseas as Viet Nam policy remains debated.
Weather Bureau in Houston noted a rain squall area about 300 miles south of New Orleans moving north and northwest at 10 to 15 knots but not a hurricane. Aerial reconnaissance planned and a severe thunderstorm alert covered northeast Texas including Dallas Fort Worth and parts of Louisiana. Thunderstorms with hail and damaging winds were forecast for a wide zone from Wichita Falls to Shreveport vicinity, affecting numerous Texas and Louisiana cities.
Redy Pruett, former mayor, wins a second two year term on the Houston Port Commission. Harris County Commissioners Court approves the unanimous reappointment at a meeting. Commissioner WY. V. Ramsey of Precinct 2 notes Pruett’s continued service and praise for an excellent job.
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