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Newspaper

Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1961

Page

2

Houston murder charges against two in leather estate case

Douglas Achtey and Carolyn Ann Lima face murder accusations after the shot and burned body of Fred Tones is found. In Houston, a separate case sees two women cleared on a big tax-related demestic abuse charge, while Ken­nedy plans Houston offices. Houston officers also arrest the last of five men linked to a £500,000 counterfeiting ring. Three ministers win a stay of execution for Adrian Jo ONOB as trial moves to April 6. Lexis Research League director urges tax revenue measures to meet budget needs. A windstorm kills Herschal Ray Clark, 32, in Houston while he held a long steel tape.

Fleshe Bouglas Achtey Carolyn Ann Lima Fred Tones Houston

Five in Channelview School Board Race

Five candidates vie for Channelview School Board seats in a race led by Robertson and Evans seeking third terms. Compton Potter and Woods also seek Position 7 while the field includes Candidate for Position 6, with backgrounds in local industry, education, and church involvement. campaigns stress expansion and vocational training.

Channelview Robertson Lloyd Robertson Jess Chan- Evans Joe Compton Aerview G. Potter David Woods Humble Baytown Espepy Channelview Citi Evans Cmt SU We Ure Slaven Evans A. O. Smith Compton Texas Batadiene Chan-nelview Thhree Potter Gulf Oxygen Co Morial Baptist Church Woods

Special Document Reveals How Whiskey Is Made Abroad

Washington report describes a nameless unsigned document detailing home distillation methods for bourbon, scotch, vodka, gin, and others in five-gallon batches. It warns of hazards, legal risks, and messy steps including oak-chip aging and fast extraction of spirits, urging discretion for Americans abroad.

Washington Federal Medial Tax Bureau Globe Pat Juck Dent

Patterson Johansson Championship Fight At Brunson Theater

Patterson and Johansson set for a title fight at the Brunson Theater in Miami Beach on Friday March 15. The event opens with Walt Disney's 101 Dalmatians showing from March 10, announced by manager Rufus Honeycutt. Fans may see Patterson defend his title against Johansson as seats near the ring go fast.

Patterson-Johansson Brunson Tterson Johansson Miami Beach Brunson Theater Walt Disney Rufus ‘Honeycutt Bigtown Flore Patterson Tozeman Johnsson Honneycutt

Man Seeks Billfold Then Returns To Jail

BAN ANTONIO Texas AP A man named Acosta told the FBI he kept a billfold he had while released on bail. He was questioned about government checks stolen from mailboxes and placed under 100 bond after arraignment on forging and passing charges. Positive identification was made when he telephoned shout his billfold.

Ban Antonio Tex Dalupe Longoria Acosta FBI Hillfeld

iSales Award for Paul H. Kitson

Paul H. Kitson of Pamela Tee Sales receives the iSales award from Chicaya manufacturer of shipplealing products. The company will reveal the honor at a national sales meeting in Chicago, with Anil spearheading the presentation.

Paul H. Kitson Pamela Tee Chicaya Manuacturer Risin Ch Be Iw Anil

Three Cities Seek More Air Base Land

In Mission Texas three city committees representing Mission McAllen and Pharr tied government to return land buildings and facilities of Moore Air Force Base. The Air Force plans to abandon the base this month. Committee member Aden Breckenridge deputy chief of staff for materials promised to forward the request to Washington.

Mission Tex Tri- Cilies McAllen Whcite Ciskert Moore Air Force Base Air Force Aandon Atown Aden Breckenridge Stall Far Breckenridge Washington

Funeral Services for William Roy Black in Baytown

Funeral services for William Roy Black of 409 West Gulf were held at Grace Methodist Church at 2 pm. He had lived in Baytown since 1915 and died Friday at his home. Rev. Chester Steel officiated. Burial followed at Forest Park Cemetery in Houston under Paul A. Lee Funeral Home. Survived by daughter Mrs John W. Moler of Baytown, two sons Paul H. Black and Bert H. Black, five grandchildren, and several great grandchildren. Pallbearers included E. W. Froehner, T. P. Evans, Lee A. Robertson, D. He Disbrow, James C. Savell, and Robert Hill Jr.

Baytown Janet Disbrow Roy Paul Black Pallbourers E.W. Froehner T. P. Evans Lee A. Robertson D. He Dishrow James C. Savell Robert Hill Jr

Border Olympics Golf Tourney Finals Near Finish

LAREDO Texas AP Stephens F Austin led the university college class while Corpus Christi Ray topped the high schools as the Border Olympics golf tournament moved into its final 18 holes. In the college class Austin led by five after 54 holes with Texas A&M second and North Texas State third. Medalist contenders Dill Stith of NT State and Blocker of Texas Tech were tied on 213 for 54 holes. The high school class after 18 holes was led by Ray with 311, Kingsville second and San Antonio Alfranto Heights third. Don Custer and David Hotcomb led medal play with par fours.

Laredo Tex Stephens F. Austin Corpus Christi Ray I Austin Texas A&m North Texas State Terry Dill Dick Stith Chris Blocker Texas Tech Ray Kingsville San Antonio Aflanto Heights Don Custer David Hotcomb Mission

Carver Band Wins State Meet In AAAA Competition

Carver High School Band placed first in a Texas Interscholastic League contest at Prairie View A&M College. The ensemble from Carver, directed by T. Wright and supervised by Jake Burkett, performed Proud Heritage and Enchanting Overture as about 70 members competed across divisions.

Carver High Prairie On A&m College Firet T.wright Jake Burkett Abou Miect Barid

Church Bowling League To Meet Saturday

Newly organized bowling leagues at Northshore Bowling alley will meet Saturday afternoon at two. Junior and Senior League divisions are formed. Mrs Brannen will speak on The Sin Christ Didn't Condemn. The senior high program is presented by J Glenn Owens at 7:30 p.m. Sunday. A replay board meeting is set for 7:30 p.m. Monday. A Texas Alcohol and Narcotics Federation representative will discuss bills before the legislature on alcohol and narcotics content.

Aaritnts Qld. River Terrace Methodist Church T & Pom Northshore Res Dames Brannen J. Glenn Owens Tex Alcohol and Narentic Faden Tion Group AGI Texas

Bible Festival Planned in Houston

Houston hosts a multi faith Bible Festival from March 11 to 16 titled Festival of the Bible to the Arte. Dr. Robert Kahn coordinates the event with support from prominent Houstonians, business firms and charitable foundations. Contacts include Mrs. Max Skel eton at Temple Emam El.

Houston Robert Kahn Terie Moore Max Skeleton Temple Emam el Hows

Good Weather Lifts Texas Farmland Activity

Northeast Texas reports generally good conditions with sunshine and drying winds. Farmers speed field work as pastures improve, small grains grow well, and preparation continues though some areas remain too wet for full planting. Livestock fed. vegetable and citrus outlook favorable for spring. rain scarce. Weather officials note warming trend aiding surface moisture and planting prospects.

Station Tex Texas John Surovik Ray Siegmund Fort Stockton Johnissay Hutchison Texas Agricul suMaca San Angelo Roydineg Rio Grande Wallabee Asia Toe Rothe Seattle Joe Glover Gonzales Silver Whitsett Richmond

Milestone Named New Director on Mutiny on the Bounty

Milestone appointed as the new director of the Sir Carol Binal gy escelloor steele at aM adaptation Mutiny on the Bounty. Cast and crew prep Tahiti locations for exterior scenes as filming progresses.

Hollywood AP Hawis MEM Farlier Sir Carol Binal Gy Steele Ature Adeahiate Dane Fertheer Amarilla

Mew Ordinance Abolished City Library Board

A city council passage Thursday night voided the Library Advisory Board created a year ago. The ordinance, upheld by City Attorney George Chandler, assigns advisory duties to a new five member Baytown Library Board under City Manager Le Fevre. The board remains advisory. final approval stays with the council, which will review plans and maintain control over funding and naming.

Ayuson Uxpyeldo City Mtorney George Chandler B. le Fevre Counsilman Lacy Lusk Sterling Municipal Library Howard Ole Lusk le Fevre Baytown Library Board Howsrti Cisens

Westminster Continues Lenten Sermon Series

Westminster Presbyterian maintains its Lenten sermon series with the Rev Jack Peters addressing topics on Christ’s central role in faith. He will discuss humanity’s potential relationship with the the church and God’s accommodation to reach a true end, emphasizing relevant means to faith.

Westminster Presbytens Ia Whatea Jack Peters

Three Cheers to Be Rev Shrum Subject at Meeting

The article notes Rev Shrum will speak on Three Cheers as the Sunday topic. Mrs Dayser, organist, provided shrill music Sunday night. The official board plans a meeting at 7 pm Monday with Lamar Kelley and Philip Al as officers.

Rev. Shrum St. Johns Mabal Dayser Lamar Kelley Philip al Secretars

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