18 May 1965
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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1965
Page
1
The bulletin notes partly cloudy conditions and a high near 349 degrees? The text is garbled but indicates offshore conditions and a partial tide forecast for Galveston for Wednesday with a general weather outlook.
The readable text shows garbled mentions of a hospital, sheriff, parish, and a series of partial phrases about people and events. No coherent report or clear outcome is present, only disjointed fragments and scattered proper nouns.
May brought no measurable rainfall in Baytown, continuing a trend of arid conditions in 1965. Forecasters note the dry spell, with implications for local water use and agriculture as residents face another rainless period.
Fragmentary text outlines upcoming school year scheduling changes incl periods and terms. Mentions dates, periods adjustments, and personnel references, but specifics are unclear due to damaged OCR.
MDTA plan expansion unanimously approved by Lee College trustees to add welding and radio classes in the career training program. Dean Rundell and administrator Collum outlined improvements, noting greater local participation and transportation for out of district enrollees funded by MDTA.
Negotiations between the Industrial Workers Union and Humble Oil and Refining Co at the Baytown refinery progressed last week. Pete Brewer said the union pushed for a general wage increase and other items, but company reps offered no wage counterproposal yet shared cost figures. The contract expires April 15, 1967, with six month negotiation openings allowed. talks focus on wage increases, retirement ax reductions, and maintenance staffing.
A USmilitary spokesman reported resumed air strikes on North Vietnam from carrier aircraft. Initial ports and storage areas at Sha Chi were attacked as UH aircraft returned safely. The strikes marked the first action against the North in several years, with no confirmation of broader escalation.
Local residents urge lawmakers to consider stricter pollution rules. Citizens ask for action amid concerns about air and water quality and potential health impacts in the community.
A Harris County patrolman linked to Baytown has been active for about 14 days amid legislative pressure to enact stricter air and water safety measures. The unnamed officer, Glen Rase, is supported by state fire and public safety agencies as authorities consider new water quality and industrial controls.
A Lee College questionnaire shows most students favor the Mannower Development Training and prefer it off campus. Acting president Walter Rundell says student opinions will be considered by the college board on future building plans.
South Vietnamese troops hit a Viet Cong training camp and killed about 40 enemy soldiers, with six soldiers and several weapons including grenades and mines reported. Dominican junta threatens all‑out drive against rebels after rejecting a peace plan from Washington. President Johnson sends a labor message to Congress. right‑to‑work legislation urged. Corruption spans Manetis government. public funds cited as “millions” in waste. Bolivia’s military junta cracks down on protests over exile of labor leader Juan Lechin. Senator John F. Kennedy with Delaware Republicak investigates Bobby Baker’s art. Senate ready to blunt Denigerats.
Bay town School Board which also serves Lee College may decide in August whether to separate the boards. A June motion to pass an intent resolution was rejected 5-2, with most new trustees wanting more information before acting. A July or August timetable was set for data from college and independent sources, with cost estimates around 20000 discussed.
The School Board will meet at 1 p.m. Tuesday to discuss recommendations by Pear, Markwick, Mitchell and Co. on modernizing the business office. The plan calls for three weeks on the initial phase and installation of a system, with firm recommendations to accept the proposal.
Veteran educator known as Teacher Smith retires after a long career at Cedar Bayou and Goose Creek schools. Held leadership in drill corps and taught fifth grade, with deep ties to church and local life. Friends describe her as a moral guide and constant presence in the district.
A soldier, pieced through wartime letters, complains that Dominican forces fire slowly while his squad delivers effective returns. He notes health issues and evacuation moves, mentioning Fort Bragg and arrival in the Dominican Republic with the 1st M men in the U S Army.
McElroy Park pool to open May 29 with countywide season rules. Tadlock, pools director, notes limited preopening events May 25 to 28, private parties 5 to 7 pm, general public 2:50 to 4:50 pm weekdays. Saturday is Girl Scouts 8:20 to 10 am, Boy Scouts 10 am to noon, and public swim 2 to 6 pm Sundays. Admission 25 cents for adults, children under six free. seniors 15 cents.
Former Sun staffer Nemied To LC Facety joins Lee Lantern as public relations director for the college newspaper. She will graduate this summer from University of Constantin, and formerly served as telegraph editor at The Bavhwen Sun from 1956 to 1963. Other hires announced for next fall include Date Tr Adams, Emé Guzman, and Theodorn Sherrill.
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