15 May 1975
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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1975
Page
1
Congress leaders from both parties praised President Ford for a decisive move and urged swift approval. They cited national unity and the need to support veterans and the economy as central to the administration’s plan.
Families of the Mayaguez crew express relief and thanks after U S Marines rescued 40 crew members. They address President Congress and the public, while noting Marines faced heavy fire and casualties. Various relatives express mixed emotions about the military action and loss of some Marines.
Three fires caused only minor damage in the area. Fire crews arrived within minutes after alarms sounded and fought the blazes for up to half an hour. No injuries were reported.
A Baytown beautification program outlines 14 selected projects aiming to improve streets, shopping centers, public housing areas, and blighted zones. Groups including Elks Lodge Lions Kiwanis Pilot Club and Optimists are invited to join regardless of size to enhance neighborhoods and prevent future decay. Callouts include painting, cleaning, and coordinating with residents and business owners for comprehensive street improvements.
Funeral services are to be held for Mrs. Ramin G Gilmartin of Cincinnati Ohio at St Jeude Catholic Church with Rev Robert Silverman officiating. She died Tuesday in Cincinnati and is survived by husband Robert J Gilmartin a daughter Stephanie Day both of Cincinnati and by her parents. Also listed are a brother Wallare Witton of Highlands and grandmother Mrs Sophia Lockler of Remp Okla Burial will be at White Cemetery under Bartiman Highlands direction. Pallbearers named were Richeed Buttes Mayne Amith Billy Caughman Glen Canehman Eddie Conghiman and David Gilmartin
Police investigate two burglaries reported Tuesday and Wednesday tied to a Thetis car theft and a separate break in at Bos Adams home. Valuables including tires hubcaps bootballs a calculator and clock radio worth 374 were stolen from Hugh Wood Ford lot. Adams reported 1300 in jewelry taken after a window and screen were cut on the west side of his house.
In Bayton the report notes two automobile crashes involving local residents. Details are fragmentary with unclear names and sequence, but indicate a collision occurred and one person reportedly lost control leading to a rollover. No further verified specifics available.
The Baytown Evening reports on a local senior tennis match featuring Elius capturing an iso play as part of the Tenade Leaple event. No further details are provided in readable text.
A person named Norris Wert, with Mrs. GB, earned a Bachelor of Elementary Education degree from Tarleton State University in Stephenville. They attend church.
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