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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1951
Page
2
A collision on Ay Street Road near Corners injures multiple people including Hamlett 25, 35, and 30 age groups. Victims were transported to San femerial Hospital by ambulances and state patrol officers. The Goose Creek drilling Highlands car involved was relocated to a private residence for investigation.
John S Bonner of Intown will be heard on Ris Marx's quiz show tonight over KPRC The program aired two months ago from Irsia Tech. Polls indicate Bonner's parents Splat may appear as well on KPRCTV channel 2.
The readable fragments reference town life figures like Fred Dittman and Glenn Lippman, discussions of yard work and neighborhood concerns, a quick rebuttal setup, and plans mentioned by Rogers and Witburn amid a chaotic mix of phrases and unclear context.
Two oil field firms pressed Humble Oil to back a 1200 foot surface casing rule as Baytown water sands hearing dragged on. Chair Fred Young will digest testimony while witnesses like Walters and Satterwhite describe water sand depths and salinity from 300 to 2000 feet, noting brackish conditions below.
The City Council will discuss a drilling ordinance and seven proposed charter amendments at an open hearing. Changes include mayor and council pay limits, hiring authority, and department reporting requirements, with public reaction sought tomorrow.
A portrait of Walter Winchell, legendary Broadway gossip columnist, tracing his rise from poverty to fame. Born 1887, he left school at six, peformed in vaudeville, joined Navy service, and built a renowned syndicated column known for crime calls and rapid commentary. He lives modestly in Westchester, married to June Magee, and keeps a pragmatic, frugal lifestyle. Tex Rickard praised his unprecedented impact.
The War Department reports a new total of 76 739 American combat casualties in Korea, up 3 145 from a week earlier. The tally includes 12 670 deaths, 51 319 wounded, 10 620 missing, 159 captured, plus 1 821 previously listed as missing who were later accounted for.
Tokyo dispatch reports Communist forces in Korea reinforcing a northern buildup area near the iron triangle for a likely fresh attack around mid July. Allied officers warn of red strength could hit anywhere, with forces dug in near Pyonggang and Uijongbu corridor toward Seoul.
United Nations reports US State Department says Stalin could halt the Korean War by fixing a cease fire time. Kirk in Moscow to clarify Malik’s plan as UN meet in Washington weighs methods to bring a cease-fire to the 38th parallel. Lie and Entezam plan talks to possibly call a special session. Maliks illness limits commentary as pro Communist papers in Hong Kong echo Peiping support.
Galveston Mayor Cartwright urged the Texas House Crime Investigating Committee to adopt a local option plan for gambling prostitution and liquor by the drink. He defended city regulation and warned that a crackdown could worsen conditions, saying Galveston has fewer gang killings due to regulation but must avoid hypocrisy. The two day hearing aimed to gauge public sentiment and state stance on vice.
A tornado struck Wakeeney Kansas early today killing four people and injuring 43 with several in critical condition. Governor Edward Arn announced three victims died at home and a fourth in a car crash. Identified dead include Dan Rohrbacher about 60 and Mr. and Mrs. James Hladek about 65.
Graveside services for Mrs Cecelia Garcia 95 of Linus will be held at 3 30 p m today at Hill of Rest Cemetery Burial is by Earthman Funeral Home She had lived in the B M area for 30 years She is survived by two daughters Rosa and Livinda Garcia of Baytown four sons Abraham Ernesto Santos and Juan Garcia also survived by 23 grandsons 15 great grandsons and four great great grandsons
A hourly wage increase agreed in Houston will cover Baytown area construction workers. The raise stems from a cost of living escalator clause in last October's contract signed by the Building Trades Council, APL, and the Gulf Coast Construction Employers Council. It applies to carpenters painters electricians and laborers with similar rises expected for other crafts when their contracts renew.
Prime Minister Attlee and Churchill agreed on an urgent conference to coordinate Britain’s response to possible Iranian interference. They planned to mobilize reserves and accelerate evacuations if needed while seeking a unified front with Eden Salisbury and Morrison indicating departure of British experts from Iran.
Iran rushes reinforcements to Abadan oil fields 256 miles northeast as Britain orders the cruiser Mauritius toward the area. Tehran calls an emergency cabinet session amid fears of a wider crisis over oil supplies. British officials cite field closures and halted shipments to Basra, while Iran denies coordinated aggression.
Washington reports Republican strategists moving to starve the State Department of operating funds as the 185% fiscal year ends. An emergency spending measure, approved by the House Appropriations Committee, would keep all federal agencies running. Rep. Miller seeks to exclude the department from temporary funding, while Rep. Taber urges adherence to prior spending cuts.
Washington U M The House Judiciary Committee advanced a tidelands bill seeking to grant California, Louisiana a five mile oil strip and Texas a twenty mile section. The measure faces presidential opposition and uncertain Senate support as Supreme Court rulings on federal ownership loom.
Shipping on the Atlantic and Gulf coasts resumed after an 11 day meritime strike. Walkouts threatened by Bakers and Teamsters in New York could disrupt bread supply. Western Union workers faced a looming walkout as unions demand higher pay. Communications Workers strike against Pacific Telephone neared settlement, while United Airlines pilots and planes faced stalemate amid offers rejected by both sides.
The fragment hints at a saying about belief and perception, attributed to Hinabor and Olin Mmer, reflecting doubt about trust in what one sees despite repetition of the idea.
A court in Rome delivered the final verdict in the Archbishop Josef Groesz case, involving Hungary and the Nocera matter. The ruling confirms the outcome after weeks of proceedings, detailing the judge’s conclusions and potential implications for church governance.
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