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Newspaper

Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1961

Page

2

Two Sessions Spotlight REL Students Traditions

A sophomore program at REL High featured the music department and assemblies on Thursday and Friday. The color ritual and school traditions were explained by Yvonne D Olives and Brigadiers president Bert, with Dan Longacre and Nelda dete addressing opportunities and alumni notes. The event opened with the school band and included a cheerleading showcase and a talk by Freddie Clark on Robert E Lee.

Dan Brian E. Lee High Ual Agex REL Robert E. Lee Freddie Clark Thei Bil Hroyles Rudy Herrera Ed Vaught Donnie Stricklin Enue Bert Yvonne D’olive The Brigadiers Dan Longacre Nelda

Wagner Victory Smashed New York Old Dem Organization

New York AP reports a Wagner victory over the old line Democratic machine led by DeSapio. Insurgent candidates won district leadership contests amid a bid to purge Tammany Hall, with Wagner vowing the party will be decency ruled and denouncing boss rule.

Wagner Hgen Lous J. Lefkowitz DeSapio

Legion corps drill unit lineup detailed during halftime

Halftime actions continue with a countersnatch as the Legion drum corps prepares its traditional double to the rear. Company Commander Donway Shannon with Betsy Wilson and Albin Walsh on field duties leads the unit, Donna Shannon serves as drum major, and a squad of twirlers and officers are listed including Jill Clayton as lieutenant twirler.

Legion Donway Jshannon Betsy "Wilson Albison Walsh Leutenant Donna Shannon Eva Jo Cosio Sharon Lerch Diane Milner Gayle Wallace Judy Chandler Elizabeth Jones Lynn Miller

Hospital Beat News and New Arrivals at San Jacinto Hospital

Admitted to Gulf Coast and San Jacinto hospitals are many patients with surgeries and medical cases. Listings include names and room numbers such as Mrs. Kenneth Taylor in Gulf Coast Room 204 and Alvie Ewie Little at San Jacinto 801 E Adone Loom SSS. New arrival: Mr. and Mrs. Charles Lightfoot welcome a baby boy in La Porte.

Hospital Beat Sun Women’s News Department The Gulf Coast Kenneth Taylor W. Main Clyde Mason Long Drive Bobby Fayle Arthur iFavie Alton Jones Baytown Paul N. Kuehler Oakland Avenue Zena Boodell Lindberg Sen Jacinto Alvie Ewie Little E. Adone Elmer Raymond Ellis Houston Roger E. Dunlap George W. Preston Channelview James William Cole Jr George Murray 1300 Market Street Robert M. Clements Scarlett William Dan Boyd la Porte Charles Lightfoot San Jacinto Hospital

Baytown oyster reef markers eyed by game fishers

Baytown anglers and Baytown area fishermen hope for permanent marker platforms on oyster shell reefs in Trinity and Galveston bays. The Texas Game and Fish Commission has applied to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for triangular seven foot markers above mean sea level to designate reefs like Crowley's Camp and Lost Reef, with recreational use prioritized and dredging in Lost Reef set aside.

Baytown Trinity Galveston Jack Walker Bayshore Rod, Reel, ‘and Gun Club Walker Texas Game and Fish Commission U.S. Corps of Engineers Fisher's Reef Crowley Trinity Bay Lost Reef C. T. Parker Parker Brothers Shell Game and Fish Commission Bay Town Bob Gingles Thompson Bob Bay Lanes Bill

Comeaux Family Claims Most-In-School Record

The Roy V. Comeaux family from 9206 Louisiana asserts a school record with many children enrolled. Notables include Val Comeaux a UT sophomore Eddie at Boston College Libby a Leg High School sophomore and Bobby an eighth grader at Baytown Junior High plus Paul Chris Carol Francis and Bill at St Joseph Elementary.

Roy V. Comeaux Louisiana Val Comeaux University of Texas Eddie Comeaux Boston College Libby Comeaux Robert E. Leg High Bobby Comeaux Baytown Junior Paul Chris Carol Francis Bill Comeaux St. Joseph's

Forgery Suspect Bound To Grand Jury In JP Court

Donald FE Hunter of Baytown waived an examining trial on two forgery charges and one for passing forged instruments. Judge Walter Queen bound Hunter over to the Harris County Grand Jury on $2,000 bond. Hunter remains jailed.

Donald FE. Hunter Baytown Ponce Walter Queen's Court Queen Harris Dmnity Hunter Ail J. W. Stolander Marget Nesmith George . Chandler Tom Morris Smith James Tra Sandifer Willam Pate Billy Burger

Justice Court Moves Hearings to Thursdays in Harris County

Justice of the Peace Walter Queen realigned criminal and civil dockets with Thursday hearings for contested cases to coordinate with the Harris County Sheriff. Criminals now travel from Baytown to Houston for trial, while civil matters shift to Wednesday. The county wagon previously ran on weekends, with deputies making trips to Houston to transport prisoners.

Justice of the Peace Walter Queen Harris, County Sheriff's Department Sheriff's Department Baytown Harris County Oil Houston Bry-town

Labor union rift and city politics dominate Houston news

Communications Workers of America withdraws from state AFL-CIO councils amid leadership struggle at Galveston convention last month. Harris County Republicans plan candidates in Houston elections. A 14 year old Belton boy found asleep in Houston after escape and ransom note. Houston school enrollment hits record high on second day of classes. Total enrollments reach 180,246. Houston police need six years to reach national city force average. Only one Houston auto dealer votes to unionize after 13 against. Melvin Nash of Pasadena charged with criminal assault on a laundry worker and two officers. A 22 year old LA man arrested at Hobby Airport for escape and murder charge. Judge Ingraham rules Skeen of Pasadena not in contempt for IRS questions. Houston Baptist College trustees announce over 3.2 million raised and 1969 opening. Rupert Snead acquitted of murder by auto. Dr Melnick says flu shots now reduce Harris County illnesses by 40 to 90 percent. Port of Houston bulk plant opening delayed by contractor. City meter program review and revenue follow up urged. VA Hospital inspection in Houston ends Friday.

Decision Seen Monday On Hospital District Vote

Harris County officials eye a fall vote on hospital district and flood control bonds. County Judge Bill Elliott said an election must be called 30 days prior with a deadline before October end to avoid conflicts with November city elections. A public hearing and petition are needed for flood bonds. hospital district needs 20 days between call and vote.

Houston Harris Bill Eliott Commissioners Court Joe Resweber

Corral Club Neon Sign Fire Extinguished

Highlands volunteers responded to a 5:50 a.m. fire at the Corral Club on Market Street. Fire Chief Jimmy Hughes said Wooster and Baytown departments assisted due to water supply limits. Damage limited to the front where the neon sign shorted during the night. The fire was reported by a passerby.

Highlands Volunteer Fire Department Corral Club Market!s Jimmy Hughes Wooster

Mrs. Freeman Rites Saturday at Zion Hill Church

Funeral services for Florence Freeman 77 of 221 W Jack are set for 2 p.m. Saturday at Zion Hill Baptist Church. A Trinity County native who moved here five years ago leaves four sons Her bert Freeman Baytown Morris Freeman Baytown Woodrow Freeman Groveton Marvin Freeman Orange and three daughters Bessie Reach Baytown Lucille Eaves Groveton Arzelia Read Lovelady plus sister Mina Fussell Friday ex.

Zion Hill Baptist Church Florence Freeman W. Jack Groveton Arzelia Read Lovelady Mina Fussell

Jewish Rosh Hashana Service Slated For Sunday Eve

Baytown Jewish Community invites members to Congregation K Ness Israel for Rosh Hashana observance beginning with an 8 p m service. Houston area note includes highway fund legislation discussion and Kol Nidre service at 6 30 p m Tuesday with Yom Kippur dawn service planned.

Baytown Congregation K'Ness Israel Austin Commission A. Pain Permann Houston Harry Price Daniel

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