Eisenhower Endorses Stevens in McCarthy Army Row
President Eisenhower confirmed support for Army Secretary Robert T. Stevens amid the McCarthy Army hearings. He has spoken with Stevens several times since the hearings began and emphasized Stevens’ qualifications and his confidence in Stevens. The president said he backs Stevens to the fullest and hopes the hearings yield effective answers without undermining national prestige.
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FBI Letter Challenge in McCarthy Army Hearings
The McCarthy hearings faced a new flare up over an alleged 1951 FBI letter from J Edgar Hoover about security at Fort Monmouth. Senator McCarthy produced a copy and demanded its original, while Army Secretary Stevens said an overnight search found no copy.
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Sun Spots Girl Scout Supper at Community House Grounds
The Girl Scout Town Committee hosts Leaders' club buffet supper at 5 20 am Thursday at the Community house picnic grounds. Dads To Meet. ASHBEE SMITH DADS club will hold its regular meeting May 33 at 7 30 pm if the hells te Tim Jones. 700 East Republic Conference Postponed A district quarterly conference at Highlands Methodist Church postponed until May 16 due to district superintendent Dr. Stanley Carter's absence. Paying Job Resurfacing East Atyle from Second to Highway with cold rolled asphalt should finish Wednesday for traffic, says City Manager D Middleton. Arnett To Speak David Y Arnett to speak Thursday night to Baytown Writers guild at Lee College faculty room. Standing committees for next year will be appointed during a business session starting at 7 pm. Churchwomen To Meet Baytown Council of Churchwomen hosts May Day fellowship luncheon at 12 30 pm Friday in Cedar Bayou Methodist church. Mrs B J West taking reservations at 8900. All church women in area invited.
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Around Town Notes Spark Gentle Local Whispers
Hazel Dedmon has been home from South America since March and plans to return in June. Billy Quartz asks friends for leftover pecans to feed his squirrels. Get well wishes to Dol Phillips. Someone should notify the state of California. Police Chief H E McKeon and Major Patterson head there for a vacation. Walter Queen finally caught the biggest fish he saw as it caught him. Gravel Edge leaves a news note around. Mrs Velma Tharp is a proud grandma. Odena Childers keeps up with committee members. Lorene Fisher tired after spring housecleaning. Hobart Enoch anticipates the big event with friends hoping Ward to ik. Johnny Hellaway enjoys a chat and a drink while vacationing.
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Ward
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Calls for Unity in Asia Against Reds
President Eisenhower urged free nations to form a collective security system to guard Southeast Asia from Communist aggression. Britain and the United States pressed for a Pacific and Southeast Asian alliance, including India, to deter further Red advances once Indo China issues are resolved. He praised Secretary of State Dulles and rejected claims of US policy defeat at Geneva.
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Highlands Mother Injured When Car Hits Telephone Pole
A Highlands mother Mrs. J E Owens and her two younger sons were injured when her car left Lee Drive, struck a telephone pole, and split the pole four feet above the ground. James Owens 7 and Timothy Owens 2 were also hurt but admitted for observation while hospital staff treated fractures, bruises, and head injuries. Police cited distracted driving by a child as a possible cause.
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Congressmen Draw Foes They'll Have To Make Primary Fight
United Press notes a second candidate filed in Texas Congressional District 7 to create opposition, as 19 Texas House members seek re election. Bill Robison joined John Dowdy in the primary race while others including Sam Rayburn face intraparty rivals. Republican filing extends to June 7 with several districts still contested.
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Athens
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Corpus Christi
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McAllon
J. Frank Wilson
Dallas
Moravits Elected District VFW Official
Moravits wins district VFW post amid elections with local leaders and officers to serve in upcoming term. Barrie and others named as key committee heads as veterans group confirms new lineup.
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French Battle: Reds Toe To Toe At Dien Bien Phu Fortress
Daring French reinforcements parachuted into besieged Dien Bien Phu to bolster defenders against Viet Minh attackers. Shells hammered the fortress as rebels pressed a two-regiment assault, coming within about 400 to 500 yards of the central strongpoint, with heavy losses reported on the attacking side.
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Dien Bien Phu
Second U S Airlift Hauls Troops to War
WIRSBADEN Germany May 5 11 The U S Air Force In Europe announced the second airlift of French troops from France to the battle lines of Indo China has begun Giant American C 124 Globemasters took off Wednesday from the Istres Je Tube airfield at Marseille France loaded with reinforcements for Indo China The Globemasters will land outside the zone of combat in Ende Ching and return to the United States after tending the French personnel
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Councilmen Take Oath Of Office Tonight
Two new city councilmen and a re-elected member will be sworn in for two year terms Wednesday night at 7:30 pm City Hall after canvassing April 27 runoff votes. New members Paul H. Mears District 1 and Al Clayton District 5, incumbent Milton L. Campbell District 4. Council to discuss civil defense ordinance naming Civil Defense Director George S. Keene authority and Mayor R. A. Pruett on county advisory council. May name Baytown Farming Authority member and consider new oil permits. Oak Oil Corp may request permits amid stalled Lynnewood and Law Harper additions.
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Democrats Gather For Rally To Kick Off 1954 Campaign
Democrats show optimism as they gather for a two day rally in Washington to launch their 1954 congressional campaign. Senate and House leaders Lyndon B. Johnson and Sam Rayburn headline a Sid a plate dinner with Harry S Truman also expected to speak.
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Germ Confession Charges Dropped
A terse report states that confession based charges in a Germ case were dropped. The outcome ends a legal matter amid limited details and uncertain local reaction.
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Missing Texas youths sought after $213043 heist
Houston police issued a nationwide alert for Jamfor, 17, and Glen Howe, 16, two office boys who disappeared Tuesday while delivering 213,043 to two banks for Stewart Title Guaranty Co. Most was in checks. Authorities weigh kidnap and robbery versus voluntary disappearance as search continues.
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Houston Phantom Strikes Woman In Attack Near Home
A repeating suspect called the phantom, inactive last year, grabbed a 21-year-old woman near her Houston home after midnight. He dragged her across the street, released her, then fled. Victim reports injuries and fear as authorities review the case.
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Fragmentary report on an incident near canis street
Red Guards reported an incident described in fragmented notes mentioning a girl, bystanders, and a sequence of unclear events. The garbled text references locations, people, and actions but lacks coherent details or verifiable names to establish a clear narrative or outcome.
Baytown water system near full restoration this week
City Manager Middleton reported Wednesday that Baytown’s water system should return to normal operation early next week. A final test on the South Baytown well, initially spouting sand, indicated trouble linked to a gravel drop, but experts expect the issue resolved and the well reconnected to the line. Storage tanks at South Baytown and Weather Town are cleaned and ready for use, with other city areas temporarily supplying it.
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Weather Forecast Points to Warmer Trend Ahead
A garbled forecast from Fayhuywn area predicts a shift from cold conditions to milder temperatures. After a chilly spell, highs may rise into the 40s and 50s with rain possibly easing midweek. By Thursday, clearer skies and warmer air are anticipated as the season turns.
Miners Trapped Underground Under Severe Conditions
A report indicates twenty to fifty nine miners are trapped underground with power outages and dangerous conditions. Early details are unclear as rescue teams work to locate and assist those affected and restore essential services.
Parents Approve Vaccination For 408 Baytown Youths
Seven Baytown school sites will host Salk polio vaccine tests for second graders. Dr H A Duke announced sites at Cedar Bayou Lamar Highlands Anson Jones St Joseph Burnet Carver. About 408 of 450 eligible second graders returned consent forms by Friday with 452 white and 58 Negroes.
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Dice Rolling Again In Fort Bend
A Houston newspaper reports that a gambling establishment in Fort Bend County known as The Duffout resumed operations after a brief shutdown. The Press cites a tale of alleged activities at the venue with a single cap found, while a note about a thief is mentioned but details are unclear.
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