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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1964
Page
2
Rh Wy Muckleroy, San Sat vonid Water Jem official, told Saytown Nywants Club that regional water resources appear sufficient. He cited San Jacinto River supply, Livingston Trin River Project, and local lake yields, plus urban and industrial conservation efforts and rising population projections into 2000.
BRUNSON PORT headlines announce September 23 and 24 showings of Richard Burton's Hamlet to be broadcast via Electronovision, promising an entertainment milestone. The notice highlights a landmark telecast bringing stage history to screen audiences.
A head on collision on Highway 146 at 6 45 p m Thursday left three people injured. One man is critical with serious injuries and two others are in serious condition. The crash occurred about a half mile south of Interstate 1.
In a two-vehicle crash near Barrett Station witnesses said one truck traveled on the wrong side with no lights. Houston contractor Wade Hampton Stephenson drove one vehicle. Robert Clayburn and others were among the injured. Both drivers were reported in serious condition with multiple injuries.
The report notes Port Arthur strengthens its defense with 160-pound junior Larry Pace at safety, replacing Jimmy Tooksey after Texas City. It also highlights Edgar Eaton, an 180-pound senior fullback, as a key offensive cog, praised by coach Underwood as a standout prospect who impressed in Spring Branell scrimmage.
The article reports Centroling awaiting January Legislature action to authorize higher county food control district lanes for broader mosquito control. It notes two candidates for November county commissioner posts challenge incumbents and fellow commissioners on the mosquito program. Republican Joe Poindexter, opposing Kyle Chapman in the precinct race, attended the Thursday commissioners court meeting seeking five answers about site control plans.
RICKY THOMPSON sails toward Marine boot training in San Diego. Redeemer Lutheran Women’s League hosts a rummage sale from 9 am to noon Saturday at 3411 Market Street. Loyal Democrats Club of Precinct 3100 meets 7 30 pm Monday at 704 E Gulf. Meeting chair Mrs W O Tidman. Bayshore Wagon Wheel square dancers cancel Saturday meet. attend council dance in Beaumont. Epsilons present music at Brunson kiddie show Saturday morning at Brunson Theater with Tim Harrison, Ray Hayden, Larry Range, and Gerald Durst. Coast Guard searches for 30 foot shrimp boat Cajun Queen missing with one man aboard near Baytown and Harris County. search continues. Zeta Tau Alpha sorority pledges Kay Kelly daughter of Mr. and Mrs L W Kelly of Baytown at Lamar Tech.
The letter includes claims that local voters are misled four times out of five and notes Eisenhower and Goldwater on TV next week. It mentions possible campaign appearances by Goldwater or Miller in Harris County and praises former area star Charles Wilson. The Ganders prepare for mud field workouts with QB Tommy Sooy expected to boost Friday night effort. Sultis predicts a strong game against Spring Branch if the team hustles and plays hard, aiming to redeem recent losses.
Personal security was disissed as Tower reminded his audience that Goldwater is on a very light schedule and does not have time to shake hands with everyone. Enthusiasm at the state convention was praised by Sen. Tower, along with Strom Thurmond's defection to Goldwater forces. About 50 persons interrupted Tower with applause 15 times while coffee and cookies were served by the Republican Women organization. Party officials present included Mrs E A Woody Rose Baytown Republican Women president Fret Sims District 4 director Bud Terry Baytown precinct director Buck McDaniel headquarters administrator and Mrs E P Laws National Convention delegate in July.
Harris County officials plan immediate investigation after a second mass fish dieoff in Scott's Bay within three weeks. Dr. Quebedeaux cites dredging from the Houston Ship Channel and a past pumping incident as possible causes while stressing the need for prompt reporting of dead fish to trace the source. Local residents note larger, slower-death fish and crabs dying, with City Manager Fritz Lanham pledging to review potential remedies.
Barry LBJ in Sacramento discussed secret military advances aimed at countering Republican critic Barry Goldwater. He cited a new radar capable of tracking missiles around the globe and a land-based intercept system for satellites, claiming these weapons are operational and on alert.
A federal court ruling against a Birmingham public accommodations section is appealed to the U S Supreme Court. In Athens, Princess Anne Marie becomes world’s youngest queen at 18. Khrushchev denies a new Soviet weapon claim. Humphrey campaigns in Houston after a Texas swing. Gladys hurricane tracks toward U S, Bush campaigns in Houston, Connally criticizes federal crime-fighting stance. An anonymous warning targets Goldwater in Springfield before a campaign stop. McNamara cancels Chicago talk to return to Washington.
Ada Williams Woodward, 82, mother of Mrs. Fred O Hagan, died at noon Thursday at her home 170 W Bayshore Five. A former Stephenville resident, she taught at Tarieton State College in Stephenville for 30 years. Born June 1, 1882, in Plantersville, she lived with her son in law and daughter for three years. Survived by two grandchildren Elaine Bruce Gates and Barton Woodward Bruce, three great grandchildren, and a sister in law. Funeral at Plantersville Church 2 p.m. Saturday with burial in Plantersville Cemetery. pallbearers listed.
Ada Williams Woodard 82 longtime Baytown resident and former Tarleton State College teacher dies at noon Thursday at 226 W Bayshore Drive. Born June 1 1883 in Plantersville she taught 30 years in Stephenville and is survived by two grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral arrangements set for Plantersville with burial in Plantersville Cemetery.
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