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Newspaper
La Marque Times
Location
La Marque, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1964
Page
2
The La Marque Times lists address 1118 Bayou La Marque Texas as a second class matter with September 19 1957 date and notes entry at La Marque Texas under the 1879 act. Publisher Orlando Blackburn is identified as publisher and member of the Texas Press Association.
The council set a June 9 public hearing on Howell Street ordinance and approved a land purchase negotiation with Mrs. Garrett to square off Howell and Ross. They declined de annexation of 42 acres along the Y between Gulf Freeway and Highway 146 and discussed paving delays on Rosadelé Street. The body also tabbed swimming pool policy, ordered removal of long parked cars on city rights of way, and faced utility revenue losses.
A belated thank you to the letters editor for gracious coverage and photographs of the Fourth Annual Variety Show. The Women of St Michael's Episcopal Church also express gratitude for publicity of their Parisian Festival and its success was aided by the coverage.
The La Marque Independent School District stands out as a major operation educating a large student body. Local food prices are notably low, with poultry and beef priced well below New York levels, highlighting regional cost advantages and shifting dining habits.
Clyde Pitt Findley planned a move to La Marque to work with the La Marque Church of Christ. A missing National Airlines DC-6 involved a $41 500 out of court settlement for Mrs. Eddie Voss and her daughter Mary Jane. The Water District No. 3 faced criticism over funds use for extending water and sewerage outside the district. Fifty six youths received Holy Communion at Queen of Peace Church. Joe l Bowers spoke at Inter-City PTA about Community and School. Funeral services for Stella Georgian were held. The City Council regulated trailer courts with a new licensing and inspection ordinance. Several locals enlisted in the armed services. Last rites for Raymond Flatt were held in Waco. Molly Clark was named best actress in UT one act plays. Mrs. A L Kosta became Eastern Star chapter officer. Kenneth Ray Miller eyed Naval ROTC entry. Mrs. Jay Gaston presided as Mainland National Secretaries Association president. Frank Kovar was described as living a double life as worker and florist.
Visiting committee praised La Marque High School staff and facilities while urging quicker space expansion. They called for larger cafeteria, more storage and library space, a conference room and clinic, and site exploration for a new high school. They also discussed air conditioning costs and potential industrial arts expansion.
The panel lauded the district for fostering excellent relations between teachers and students and between faculty and administration. Members listed include Dr. Donner with a broad slate of educators from Alvin High School, Pasadena High, Galveston, Spring Branch, and other area schools and colleges.
A list of recipients includes Pierce Col Fitzgerald Memorial American History Jamie Beckhusen George Clayton American Legion Post 89 Ray Holbrook Ed Landry Citizenship Award Cloud Hall Dr E H Black Scholastic Honors Danforth Foundation Leadership awards W J Llewellyn American Oil Co outstanding boy and girl Carl Huss Delta Kappa Gamma Epsilon Sigma Chapter Norma Luedeman Pilot Club Scholarship Mrs Stephens High School PTA scholarship Ed Welke TSTA scholarship Mrs Bill McKinsey City Council PTA scholarship Mrs G W McNeir.
May in La Marque brings mild days and blooming scenery while warning young couples to avoid late night beach parking. A 17 year old and his girlfriend escaped three attackers with one armed and a knife. The piece also notes local civic updates and upcoming fund drives for mental health.
The La Marque Independent School District lists summer reading and arithmetic clinics for grades three through six with five week sessions starting June 8. Classes meet one hour daily, five to twelve students per group, and fees vary by in district or out of district enrollment. Testing is scheduled for June 2 and June 3 at designated centers with registration due May 20.
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