Shivers Prefers States Rights Program Over Fourth Term
Gov Allan Shivers announces he favors his four point states rights plan over another term, ending 20 years in public office. He outlines interposition steps, proposals for ballot measures, and a constitutional amendment to bolster local powers while defending his record on veterans land and insurance reforms.
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Austin
Allan Shivers
Shivers
Hss & Planet Action
U. S
Shivem
Veterans Land Ang
National Guard commendation for Baytown unit follows 1955 Minuteman test
The Baytown Texas National Guard unit, Company Hoof the Guard Infantry Battalion, received a certificate of commendation for distinguished service in Operation Minuteman. The notice, signed by a major general and countersigned by Captain John Hader, cites quick mobilization and effectiveness in drills. The column also notes opposition to a friend's petrified wood claim and recounts Harris County tag issuance growth.
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National Guard
Baytown
Texas National Guard
Netonal Guard Bureau
John, Hader
Kader
One Act Tragedy Dedication to Baytown Dealers
A mock theatrical piece outlines a one act tragedy about an automobile dealer era in Baytown. It riffs on ads announcing liquidation and outselling rivals while promising 24 hour service and wholesale pricing. It ends with a patriotic jab about buying cars in Baytown.
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Wiliam Shakespeare
Shakespeare
Bayton
Aes
Public Works Financing debated by Baytown council
A Sun News Desk memo outlines a long term capital improvement program for Baytown, comparing pay as you go to deficit financing. It notes underground sewer and water projects cost nearly a half million dollars in seven years, funded cash and without deficits, and predicts higher costs for visible projects like streets and fire stations. It names council members inclined toward or against bond issues and urges residents to decide how to fund needed services.
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Tri-Ciies
Baytown
PR. H. Pruett
Milton L. Campbell
Rufus Bergeron
Herbert Mt. Campbell
al Clayton
Paul H. Mears
Lacy Lusk
Lacy
Washington Congressmen as wild horse traders
A satirical take on Congress members trading favors and scraps of value, likening their bargaining to shady barters. The piece mocks political haggling driven by constituency demands and closes with a Biblical verse quote from John 5 24.
Satirical look at Congress trading favors for government gifts
Baytown Sun reprints a humorous piece about lawmakers exchanging unwanted government yearbooks and reports for various items. It notes Rep. E C Gatherins of Arkansas offering trades including steel trunks and Smithsonian reports, and Rep Brooks Hays crafting odd gifts to accommodate a Maryland friend's son.
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Smithsonian Institution
T. N
Capitol Hill
Arkansas
Brooks Hays
Maryland
Hays
Mays
Females Found Better Drivers Male Is No Longer King Of The Highways
Washington report notes a survey showing 19 times as many men as women in fatal accidents and six times as many men overall in crashes. It cites Norris C. Flanagin of Lumbermen's Mutual Insurance and comments on driving rates, safety, and female under-25 discounts.
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Tim
Norris C. Flanagin
Lumbermen's Mutual Insurance Co
Sunkey
Flanagin
Norbert Weiner Plans Otherworld Airways Inc
A Chicago figure named Norbert Weiner launches a fictional airline titled Otherworld Airways Inc. The concept features macabre imagery with mythic branding, pirate style flights, a comely hostess, and a Hades weekday rate. New York manager Bernie Hart mentions quirky onboard provisions and a tailor will adjust attire to suit patrons in spirits.
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Norbert Weiner
Charles Addams
Otherworld Airways, Inc
Phus
Emer
Pluto
New York
Bernie Hart
Jung
Did You Know Navy Founded March 27 1794
Summary fragment notes historic dates and explorer Robert Peary mentions Nah Pate and April references. text is fragmented and unclear, mixing dates and places.
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Deadine
U.S. Navy
Robert Peary
Nah Pate
Oldest U S Agricultural College and Notable Figures
A mixed bundle of trivia and portraits includes naming the oldest U S agricultural college as Michigan State’s college of agriculture at 1857, questions about Malthus and Mohammed, Carmen Sylva, and a portrait of a French born actor with a lengthy film list. Also mentioned are plans for broom corn genetics, Civil War history notes, and birthdays.
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Agricultural College
United States
Thomas B. Malthus
Mohammed
Carmen Sylva
Far Adit
Fort Moanry
Gurss
Mar- 3
France
Funith
U.S
Bool
Filton County
Illinois
Oklathoma
Michigan Agricultural Colleges
Michigan State
College of Agriculture
Mecca
Arabia
Abraham
Plizaneth
Romania
Flap House
Baltimore
Marty Piekersai
Dunlap Corrects Ruenor On Public Housing Process
J L Dunlap outlines how public housing sites are chosen and acquired in Baytown, detailing roles of the Housing Authority, Public Housing Administration, appraisers, and condemnation procedures. He urges residents to verify facts with officials ahead of the March 24 special election and notes a submission from Scout Executive Minor Hurman praising press support for Scouting.
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Vernon T. Sanford
Texas Press Association
Waco
Ed Ramsey
Texas
Sanford
TPA
Ite
Texas Piss Association
Ramsey
Russell W. Bryant
Ialy News-Herald
Charles
Hanford
Meeeting
Baytown
City of
Brytown
Propetr
Board of Commissioners
Public Housing Administration
Wocu
Housing Authority
Plac Ys
Thes Mey
Fe Court
Minor Hurfman
Bridge Deal Analyzed by Culbertson Explain Trump Handling
In a duplicate match with East as declarer and East-West vulnerable, the hand shows one declarer applying the right technique to trump management. The card layout KI22 9653 PKQT43 and oobi 491097 VQb4 iW E illustrate the configuration discussed by Josephine Culbertson.
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Josephine Culbertson
Oobi
Bridge Strategy in Notable North South Round in Pittsfield
In a Pittsfield report, bridge players at most tables failed to reach game in spades and diamonds due to uncertain hand strength. A standout line by one South won six or so tricks by a double finesse and trump handling, while others misjudged East’s missing trump potential. Firemen responding to a serious blaze found only an overcooked supper at the Delano home.
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West
East
Hom
Pittsfield
Mass
Init
Willam Delano
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Baylor University
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Atwood
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Baytown Sun, Inc
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Johnny Appleseed
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Henry Giles
Arthur Honegger
Freeler McNeill
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