13 Mar 1960
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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1960
Page
1
A rambling 1920s style reminiscence recounts a late night car incident, a traffic stop, insurance fallout, and a man recalling Nelson McElroy while pondering the mythic fountain of youth. The writer muses on fate, crime, and a wandering search across Florida cities, hinting at plans for a broader report in March.
Leland Grimes 38 a chief operator in Baytown Refinery light ends process division will retire prematurely on April T his retirement was postponed due to illness. Frederick Humphrey son of Dr and Mrs G Humphrey has joined Tau Kappa Epsilon at the University of Kansas Lawrence as a junior major in mathematics. John Biltingsworthe of Baytown Civil Art seeks Air Force exam at Randolph AFB San Antonio March 28. A high school senator is president of the Rocket Club. Only one residential building permit issued in Bastown this week. Joe Ayer contractor listed. No commercial permits issued.
Lislie Couch prepares for the March 8 banquet as business and industrial leaders from Baytown attend. Donnie Blackford and Alvin Rollins head to Denver for ranch work. Laughlin to Hermenn Hospital in Houston for treatment. Various local residents attend visits, rehearsals, and community notices including school events, church figures, and alumni updates. The fragment notes altered spellings and multiple names throughout the Baytown area.
The garbled note appears to relay tidal timings for Galveston with references to high and low tides on specific days and times. Details are unclear due to inaccuracies, but the likely intent is a daily tide timetable with morning and afternoon high and low points for a weekend period.
Reeves said he voted against hiring city manager LeFevre on the day of hire but now contends the issue should have been handled by the full council. He spoke Saturday amid criticism from opponent Tickner over the hiring’s transparency and council deliberations.
In the Det 19 meeting minutes the motion to hire LeFevre is proposed and seconded. Voting for were Mears and Manor plus Bai Rett, while Reeves Woo Te and Ward vote against. Some members question LeFevre suitability and later a renewed vote sees several members in favor, with structure in motion and counter motions debated.
Up to 500 young scientists may enter the REL Fair with projects from four junior high schools. Walt McCindlese of the Fourth will oversee the event as students display science works in the east-side science wing. Hours are 6 to 9 p.m. with free admission and awards for projects, not exhibits.
NATO endorses a five power Western disarmament plan to be presented to the Soviet Union next week. The pact outlines a three part approach, including creation of an international disarmament agency and steps to limit production of nuclear weapons and missiles. The United States Britain France Canada and Italy back the plan as a united front in Geneva talks.
Education students at Robert B. Leeigh School outline their annual banquet on March 26 with Principal speaker ALOQ QML Miller from Huntly Os and Refining tn, Steve Wing president of the Tb Mah, and Lynda Clark social chair. Committees include decorations and entertainment led by Wandalene Abba and Betsy Moran. Sponsorships and dietary details noted, with students and staff to attend a formal celebration featuring a meal and program.
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Police arrest a 28 year old in Tutttington accused of murdering two young girls while babysitting. A San Antonio man faces charges after cashing multiple checks posing as a priest. Weather updates note snow storms in the wake of a freeze as rescue teams aid isolated North Carolina and Conagia families. A Texas forecast warns of showers while a protest at a university prompts integration leaflets distribution.
In Chattanooga Tennessee officials note heavy snow this season with a total of about 2.5 inches, yet only a fraction of the budget remains for snow removal. The public sees officials joking about costs as Wilcox estimates cleanup needs around 40 thousand dollars since July.
A damaged clipping honors Mr Mose for long service to Israel and local community groups. The notice lists public acknowledgments and dates, highlighting a ceremony and city involvement.
La Porte during a city commission meeting faced criticism as secret executive sessions discussed a $27,000 swimming pool contract. Citizens were excluded while Mayor Pfifer pressed for a closed session amid questions of misrepresentation and subsequent editorial pushback.
City Manager J B LeFevre appointed a five member panel to study traffic conditions and propose speed limits for the city. The panel includes Chief Roy Mortgonter, Turner, Cort Judge Barney L Ward, and Counselor AC hon. The group will use city traffic counts and report recommendations to the council for strict traffic controls.
A new $700000 dime store and related retail expansion are planned for the Prien Prue Estate area, with construction to begin soon and a completion target set for September. The project includes a single large building on Market Street with a concrete parking lot and upgraded facades. The company will add 0 new stores to its chain this year while pursuing a broader expansion program.
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