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Newspaper

Baytown Sun

Location

Baytown, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 30, 1955

Page

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FARM BUREAU MIFFED AT BENSON OVER FARM POLICY PUSH

Washington reports a rift as American Farm Bureau Federation officials complain Secretary Ezra Benson bypassed farm groups in seeking ideas to ease the current farm price pinch. They accuse him of short circuiting the National Agricultural Advisory Commission and note Farm Bureau's December convention in Chicago. The piece outlines crop price support losses, drought forecasts, and USDA plans to distribute flour and corn meal to needy families by October 20.

Washington Secretary of Agriculture Ezra J. Benson Amrican Farm Bureau Federation Benson Aticultural Advisory Commission Europe Congress Farm Bureau Chicao Commission Dotmgs FE Clan America Nations Farmers Union Tong Af Svith Bentsen Drouth Weather Bureau Great Plains USDA

Kiwanis Leader Celebrates 4000th Club and Service

A Kiwanis official is hailed for organizing the 4000th Kiwanis club in his division, advancing Kiwanian efforts for underprivileged children, and setting attendance records. He has traveled more miles to visit 47 clubs than any prior lieutenant governor, with meetings topping all others. San Antonio hosts the Kiwanis gathering with a Sunday memorial breakfast for six Kiwanians who died in 1955, followed by a Monday business session.

San Antonio

Two Cars Damaged in Area Accidents

Two traffic mishaps on East Harris county roads left Mrs. Clara Schaffer with repairs over 1000 dollars after swerving to avoid a truck and hitting a culvert on Crosby Cedar Bayou road. J.C. Johnson of Highlands will owe slightly less to repair his car after careening into a ditch on Crosby Lynchburg road.

Harris County Clara Schaffer Beytown Mrs. Schaffer Barbers Hill Road Crosby-Lynchburg Road Brown Johnnson

East Chambers Mario Trahan Leads District Opener Win

Trahan sparked East Chambers in a 20-4 opener victory scoring on a 68 yard run and a 5 yard pass. Lonnie Mouten added two touchdowns including an interception return and a 28 yard run. Coach Clarence Hodges played every player in the convincing win.

Roman Lonnie Mouten East Chambers An & V

Scouts Competing In Circus Ticket Sales

Joe Williams, ticket chairman, announced five prizes for circus ticket sales by Boy Scouts at Oiler ballpark on Oct 15. Two prizes go to Cubs for bicycle and a $5 certificate. three prizes go to Scouts and Explorers for a bat set, campers gear, and a $3 certificate. Prizes displayed at Houston Lighting and Power on Texas Avenue. Tickets 50 cents for adults, 25 cents for children, 16 and under eligible for 25 cent admission.

Joe Williams Oiler Ballpark Boy Scout Organization Williams Cubs Scouts Sears A and L Houston Lighting and Power Company Texas Avenue

Here And There in Deer Park Tally Day Promoting Students

Tally day in Deer Park marks promotion to new classes for students. A new class for young adults has been organized. Various church and community notices mention the Women's Missionary Council meeting, October as enlargement month, and local civic activities.

Deer Park Mickey Cavalier Women’s Missionary Council of the Assembly of God WMC Building Fund Methodist Men’s Brotherhood of the Methodist Church Herman Newsom Deer Park School Women's Society of Christian Service Bundays

Second Term Discouraged Up To Ike Says Heart Specialist

New York Dr Paul Dudley White, President Eisenhower's heart specialist, told NBC Today that if he were in the President's position he would not want to run again. He cautioned recovery is unsure and noted daily improvements influence the decision, adding strain concerns and long-term activity remain uncertain.

Ike New York Isenhower Paul Dudley White Boston NBC Dave Garrowey White

No Case Rules Female Jury Refuse To Decide

An all female jury in Justice of the Peace Walter Queen's court declined to render a decision in a civil suit over $50 rent and $125 damages. After lengthy objections and evidence disputes, the jury returned that neither side presented enough evidence for a decision. Fortney gave notice of appeal. Jury forewoman was Mrs Vergie Woods. other members included Mrs Madeling Hawkins, Miss Mildred Dugan, Mrs Marcella Tidwell, Mrs A P Alleman, and Mrs Nat Face.

Justice of the Peace Walter Queen’s Court Gerald Fortney Roscoe Zierlein Queen

This Infant Has Plenty Of Relatives

Mark Robert LaVerne, born Sept 24 at San Jacinto Memorial hospital, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert G. LaVerne of 2120 Indiana. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Russell J. LaVergne, Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Jackson, and Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Burleson of Baytown, with great-grandparents in Teague, Baytown, Opelousas, and Personville.

Mark Robert LaVerne Mark Robert San Jacinto Memorial Hospital Robert G. Laverne Indiana Russell J. LaVergne H. B. Jackson J. B. Burleson Baytown W. M. Partin Teague Ben Guidry Luke LaVergne Opelousas J. A. Burleson Personville Tex

La Porte Juniors Rally Falls Short Against Spring Branch

La Porte Juniors trailed 18-6 at halftime before a late rally, but Spring Branch defeated them 44-20. Jimmy Colson opened scoring with a 20 yard interception return, while David Pugh added two touchdowns and Jack Livingston kicked the extra point.

la Porte Junior High Spring Branch J. Britns la Porte Jimmy Colson David Pugh Jack Livingston Bransh

Passenger Kanady Back After Four and a Half Years

Kanady, freed from four and a half years as a prisoner of Reds, faced exhausted travel and fear as fellow passengers recalled his fragile condition. A Fan American spokesman said he was kept away from excitement and photographers. Doctors initially considered sending a nurse but later agreed he could travel alone to the United States, hoping rest would ease his nerves after such captivity.

Hong Kong Kanady China Tokyo Reds Wale United States Dudley Musson Civil Aeronautics Authority Wake Island CAA Honahulu

Michigan Auto Retail Outlets Count Hits 5203

Michigan reports a total of 5203 automotive retail outlets including motor vehicle dealers and independent repair shops. The figure encompasses specialists across both sales and service sectors, highlighting the state's broad automotive infrastructure and market depth.

Michigan

Peron letter reveals lavish life of ex dictator in exile

Intercepted note from former president Juan Peron to a 16 year old girl exposes his luxury past. The 60 year old writes aboard a Paraguayan gunboat awaiting exile, detailing a vast publishing and media empire and immense wealth left behind. Authorities question Nelida Rivas and inspect Peron’s holdings, including 20 million in cash and numerous jewels.

W. HW. McCall Buenos Aires Juan D. Peronto Bobby Soxer Peron Nelida Nelly) Rivas Olivos Nelly Paris Eva United States Canada Rio Janeiro Latin America Haynes Editorial Enterprises Carlos Aloe

Fishing and specks on East Bay flats Seabrook

Anglers target trout and redfish from East Bay flats at Seabrook and Laguna Madre. Netters head in Friday for a long stay as party boats from Freeport operate five boats. Gulf catches to 1000 pounds of snapper and king reported Thursday about 67 miles offshore. Fishermen anticipate a busy weekend with reservations. tides and high low times listed for Saturday and Sunday.

East Bay Seabrook Old Canal Laguna Madre Freeport Gulf

Births Announced for Phillip Allen Moore and Lamar Bliss

Moore Lt and Mrs. Oran H. Moore Jr. of Sewart Air Base Tennessee announce the birth of their son Phillip Allen on September 25 at the stage hospital. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Oran H. Moore and Mrs. Jewell Holt. Lamar Bliss born September 25 in San Jacinto hospital weighing seven pounds three ounces. Grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Lamar W. Jones and great grandmother Mrs. Elizbeth Jones. Bordelon announce birth of Terry Norman on September Wi at St Joseph’s Infirmary Houston. Weight eight pounds seven ounces. Grandparents Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Bergeron and Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Bordelon.

Arnet Starley Turner Houston San Jacinto Hospital Lamar Bliss Lamar W. Jones Baytown Elizabeth Jones Cedar Bayou

Deer Park Juniors Rout Angleton in Non District Showdown

Deer Park junior high powered past Angleton 27 to 7 as Charles Myers scored three touchdowns and Joe Arrington added another. Myers converted the extra point to help Deer Park improve to 3-1, with a district opener versus La Marque set for next Thursday at 7 50 p.m.

Charles Myers Deer Paki Junior High Angleton Fawnhs Joe Arrington Myera Deer Park la Marque

Port Commission Split On Rail Contract Clash

The Houston Port Commission divided over canceling the Port Terminal Rail Road Association operating contract with a one year cancellation notice. J S Bracewell and M A Rowe supported cancellation, citing low PTRA valuations. J G Turney and W N Blanton Jr opposed, Vernon Whiteside absent. Observers noted private meetings aimed at choosing a successor to Vaughan Brant. The panel also debated tax-collection fees and approved studying whether fees should come from operating revenues or taxes, while planning a tentative budget for next year.

Houston Port Commission Port Terminal Railroad Association J. S. Bracewell M. A. Rowe Capt Rowe Ptra Board of Governors John G. Turney W. N. Blanton Jr Vernon Whiteside Moation Rowe Bracewell PTRA Warren D. Lamport Vaughan M. Brant The Navigation District S ‘Nternational Relations Department Port Commission Lamport Joe Lockett Jr S. B. Bruce

Anahuac Juniors Top Dayton 13-6 in title bid

Anahuac junior high school edged Dayton 13-6 to lead the District A football race Thursday night. The halftime score favored Anahuac 13-0. Paul Rice scored the first touchdown and added a 35-yard pass for the second. Billy Stobbs and Jerry Sanchez anchored the defense. Luther Land added the lone extra point with a run.

Anahuac Junior High School Dayton Anahuac Paul Rice Theight

Ballantyne invokes Fifth Amendment at La Porte hearing

Ballantyne refused to answer questions before the grand jury or to produce Balco Inc records. U S Attorney Malcolm Wilkey charged non cooperation. La Porte council once withheld payment to Balco for street work after a supplier warned Balco owed for materials. Burgin offered no theory on Ballantyne’s cash withdrawals. Minnesota pioneered public health nurses for Indians.

Ballantyne la Porte Pasadena U. S Malcolm Wilkey Grand Jury Balco Inc Balco Burgin

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