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Newspaper

Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1961

Page

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Bet a Sigma Phi wrap ping paper sale and local notices

Sun Spots wrapping paper sale begins next week with members to collect at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Junior Optimist Clubhouse on Market Street Rd. The sale runs two weeks. Rho Zeta Beta Sigma Phi meets Monday at 7:30 p.m. at Mrs. Eddie Gray’s home. Pfc Emmitt Waugh Jr. released from Fort Ord hospital with leg cast. sails for overseas. Dads Club meets Monday at 7 p.m. at the Scout House. Parents Council Horace Mann meets 7:30 p.m. at the Chamber of Commerce building. Baytown Opportunity School Board meets 7:30 p.m. Monday. Mrs. Judy Harper reports. Mrs. Pat Murray wins $10 in Baytown “shop at home” promotion. Le Livre Review Club reviews The 12th Wife on Tuesday. Cedar Bayou Baptist installs officers Tuesday with Rev. W. W. Grant speaking. Baytown Education Association executive committee meets Tuesday at 4 p.m. at Robert E. Lee High School. United Fund drive kickoff October 16 led by E. C. Jack Kimmions. Mater Dei Court No. 1829 meets Monday at 7:30 p.m. Knights of Columbus Hall. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Bishop and daughter Rene attend funeral of James G. Bishop Tuesday in Gilmer. Oil, Chemical and Atomic Workers Union Baytown Local No. 4333 meets Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the union hall. executive board at 6 p.m.. time change noted.

Beta Sigma Phi Junior Optimist Market Street Rd Roy Elms Elms Baytown United Rubber and Chemical Co Robert E. Lee

Weather forecast calls for showers and cooler temps tonight

The forecast shows showers continuing through tonight with cooler temperatures and mostly clear skies following. Local officials urge residents to carry rain gear and expect breezy conditions in the evening.

Lear Toealays

Brownwood pigs invade yard and student notes

Brownwood residents the Travis Porters and Lloyd Joneses seek action as two large pigs, one black and white and one red, uproot flower beds and cause a nuisance. Local names appear in a rambling list of students and activities with no clear main event beyond the pig situation.

Travis Porters Lloyd Joneses Brownwood Diane Mc Tntyre Jane van Deventer Carl Contella Ronnie Yandell Wayne Hosea Fredlyn Handley Lynn Mann Vernon McManus Janelle Clyton Mary Jane Bull Shaun Myers Cutleve Joy Tehner Dburisa Baytown Burricame Houston

Fighting To Save Unity Syrian Revolt On New Regime Urged

Egyptian broadcasts urged Syrians to revolt against the regime as Nasser proclaimed the revolt aimed at saving unity. Damascus denied fighting and moved to purge Nasser influence while Cairo banned demonstrations and closed schools. Damascus pledged Arab unity, while nations recognized the new regime and thousands of Egyptians expelled from Syria arrived in Cairo.

Beirut Lebanon Gamal Abdel Cairo Nasser United Arab Republic Mamoun Kuzbari Syria Thart U.A.R Jordan Anal Union Party Turkey Reb Damascus Galal Moawad Kuzhari Egypt Aleppo

Unhampered By Veto Soviet Tells Plan For New U N Chief

The Soviet Union outlined a plan to appoint a temporary UN secretary-general unhampered by a veto, but the candidate would still need Soviet approval. The move was announced as part of ongoing negotiations at the United Nations in New York.

United Nations N. Y United States U.N U.N. Secretariat General Assembly U.n.security Council U.S Assembly Soviet Ey Page Dag Hammarskjold Northern Rhodesia Soviet Union Hammarskjold Troika Security Council Secretariat Assembly Ited Berlin

Replaces Nelson Elms Takes School Board Seat Tonight

Nelson resigns from the board for a move to another state and a temporary appointment to fill the unexpired term is planned. The board will review storm damage to district buildings and discuss repairs, with architect Lowell Lammers reporting on several projects including the Lee College library and pool. Bids on elementary science equipment will be studied, and old business may be addressed.

Nelson Elms Ens Edward M Nelson Nelson George H. Gentry Lowell Lammers Lee College Library Travis Elementary Carver Gentry

Hail and heavy rains sweep North Texas

A cool front triggered widespread rainfall across North Central Texas with hail reported in several areas. Towns noted heavy precip including Bowie with 3.41 inches, Texarkana 2.50, Dallas 1.43, and Bow inning in Lufkin and Fort Worth. Evaporating scene as storms move southward with gusty winds up to 38 mph in Dallas.

Associated Press Bowie Texas Beau Mont Texarkana Blum Hill County Clarksville DeKalb Hillsboro Lufkin Big Spring el Paso East Texas West Texas Weather Bureau Araurillo Dalhart Uubbock Waco Dallas Abilene San Angelo Brownwood Wichita Falls Rockwall Aledo Celina Denton Malone Muenster Gordonville Seymour Glenrose Rainbow Cleburne Childress San Antonio San Angelo Ahijene Mineral Wells Fort Worth Panhandle Upper Panhandle Francis San Tecan Galveston

Annual Mailing Of Tax Bills Is Now Underway

Harris County tax officials report 600000 statements mailed to residents with total billing around 213,260 dollars and 13,486 statements for the city school district. October discounts apply to state taxes. penalties accrue after deadlines.

Ati Tial Wiew Harris County David Funderburk George Bennett

Bristley Rites Are Held Today

Funeral services were held at Paul YW Lee Chapel for James Mathias Bristley aged 14 of 3223 Missouri who was found dead at his home Saturday morning. Bristley, a native of Alvarado Texas, moved to Baytown 34 years ago and retired from Humble Oil and Refining Co Baytown Refinery as a statistician on March 9. Survived by daughter Alter Alinor Brist Hew of Houston and son James Bristley of Tulsa Oklahoma. Burial at Port Neal Park Cemetery.

Paul YW. Lee James Mathias Bristley Missouri Bristley Alvarado Tex Baytown Humble Oil and Refining Co Baytow Rohe M. Chock Baptist Porteal Park A. Lee Waste MrCleskey Miss Alter Alinor Brist Hew Houston James “i Bristley Tulsa

Republicans to Move State Headquarters to Austin

The Republican State Executive Committee voted 42 to 10 to move the state headquarters from Waco to Austin. No date yet, but floor discussion indicated the move will happen soon. U.S. Senator John Tower supported the move calling Austin the nerve center of state politics. Jack Porter of Houston opposed the move.

Daleas Republican State Executive Committee Wowston Austin U.S John Tower Jack Porter Houston Texas National Committee

County Officials to Honor Auditor Bruce Harris

County officials will honor Auditor Bruce Harris in the Commissioners Court Room at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday. Judge Ben P. Wilson will present resolutions and a commemorative award to the county auditor, with County Clerk Paul Balding presiding as master of ceremonies.

Harris B. Bruce Commisssioners Paul Balding RO Tabenone Ben. P. Wilson First District Court

Tropical Storm Frances Strengthens Near San Juan

Tropical Storm Frances regains power after weakening against the Northern Antilles mountains. Winds near 60 mph, center near 6.2 N 64.8 W, hurricane watch in effect for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Storm expected to reintensify and move west at about 10 mph.

San Juan Frances Antilles Caribbean Puerto Rico Virgin Tshinds

Baytown Hit by Carla Rainfall Boosts Year Totals

Hurricane Carla’s attendance in four days dumped heavy rain on Baytown sending September rainfall to more than average and lifting the year’s total. Humble refiners report October and September both contributing to the surge.

Baytown Refining Co Moru

Governor Weighs Disaster Declaration For Brownwood Area

Governor Daniel considering declaring a disaster for Brownwood and Seabrook after a House probe on hurricane damage and insurance. Delegation urged relief, with legislators noting residents faced high costs and suggesting relief measures. A special session was proposed to shift burden of proof on insurance exceptions.

Prive Daniel Monday Brownwood Harris County Sei Houston House General Investigating Stoma View Tims Criss Cole Huusturrs Daniel Astin Deleguion Hugristte House Committee Brough Hs Mace Stewart Galves Jton Cit Vermont Bob Eckhardt Hillstorf Ecklaugh

Brownwood Meet Addresses Storm Problems at School

Brownwood residents gather at David G Buttner school auditorium at 7 30 pm Wednesday to discuss storm issues. Two seats will be reserved for affected families. An IRS representative will discuss income tax procedures and deductions. Floris County delegates plan to attend and aim to elect a local representative.

Brownwont Likewood Disaster Vicfims Ayakr Deevid G. Buonet School Auditoriu Im Duh Blackbaan Internal Revenue Service Rekon Florris County del House of

Baytown Library Plans Advance for New Building

Architect Lowell Lammers announced final plans for the Baytown Library Building after board approval. Bids will be read by November 1, with plans to advertise for bids by late November if all goes to schedule. Construction funds cover books, furnishings, and general operations as plans are completed in about six weeks.

SIM Merling Maenteiped Lowell Lammers Baytown City Baytown Library Board Saanes Ant Llammers Council Wihrars Board Onterrwrtion

Court Upheld Murder Conviction in Collins Case

The Court of Criminal Appeals affirms Clarence Sack Collins murder conviction for the shooting death of Mrs Selby. In Austin Jerry Cox urges halt to current government as Texas Republicans react. Berlin talks and NATO concerns rise as Syria seeks U.S. recognition amid Franco era reforms. Nixon returns to California to organize a prolonged campaign in state politics. Weekend drought impacts Texas clinics.

Court of Criminal Appeals Clarence Sack) Collins Selby Breckenridge Jack Cox Texas Austin

Zoning Panel Members To Be Chosen By City Council

City officials plan to appoint a seven year non PA term zoning panel to define and regulate residential areas and establish its own rules of order. Members must be resident taxpayers and eligible voters. interim zoning ordinance could require building permits to be approved by the commission. Brynn Ceancdwoman Vilma Anse Cry Monier LeFevre and attorney George Cheatin named to the committee.

Wilketh Lussess Commission Bo Lekoore Maine Brynn Vilma Anse Monier LeFevre George Cheatin

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Rho Zeta RHO Zeta Chapter Eddie Gray Felton Waugh Pfc Emmitt Waugh Jr Army Fort Ord Calif Dads Club Ashbel Smith Uonigh Scout House M. E. Kilough Parents Council Horace Mann Chamber of Commerce Opportunity Schol Baytown Opportunity School Board Judy Harper Pat L, Murray Ohio Murray Book Review Club LE Livre Review Club Irvin Wallace J. C. Froneberger Cedar Bayou Baptist Brotherhood W. W. Grant D. C Baytown Education Association Robert E. Lee High School Kathryn Wood United Fund Baystown E. C Jack) Kimmions Community Chest Mater Dei Court Catholic Daughers of America Mater Dei Court No Knights of Columbus Hall West Main J. S Ack) Bishop Rene Bishop First Baptist Church Gilmer James G. Bishop Crowley Funeral Home OCAW Huntey Newport News Clared Bulletin N.Y Thomas Albert Thomas Saburday City Hall KWBA Stout A) Clayton Ken Kendrick France Bruce Gulf OF Menice Bermuda Sa Sailes Iarto Rito Enezuela Atlantic Ocean French Guiana United States Supreme Court Britain Labor Party East Germany North Atlantic Treaty Organization Provisional Government of State Department Francisco Franco Madrid Richard Nixon California Zoning Panel
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