01 Jul 1966
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Newspaper
Bridgeport Index
Location
Bridgeport, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1966
Page
1
Mrs. Parsons disputes a $12 million loss caption for the Parsons Motor Company fire saying actual damage is about twelve thousand dollars. The article notes mispricing by adding zeros as a “blue sky” for selling value and explains standard business valuation methods.
Bridgeport enforces a ban on selling or shooting fireworks within city limits with fines from $10 to $100. Police Chief Walter Dale warns that unlicensed drivers will receive tickets and vehicle owners or their agents may face penalties. The page also notes a humorous subscription check from Attorney Ed Forbis of Decatur and a playful misspelling note.
Mrs C W McAlister long time Bridgeport resident moving to Barnet Tuesday honored by the Salvation Army for 12 years as Bridgeport chairman. Texas Divisional head Jack Sharkey and wife attend with Jack Timmons Service Unit Representative. License checks will be periodic and fines set for littering and underage possession of alcohol.
Bridgeport Golf and Country Club hosts a Blind Man Bogey Golf Tournament on July 4 with Meyers Chevrolet and Sellers Superette as sponsors. Three flights Junior High School and Adults compete with prizes for each, followed by a 7 PM supper and a fireworks display.
Most Bridgeport business houses will close for the Fourth of July holiday. Stores will shut after Saturday's work and reopen Tuesday morning, with activity resuming the following Wednesday evening per Vance Godbey.
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