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Newspaper

Sikeston Herald

Location

Sikeston, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Aug 01, 1957

Page

9

Sikeston DeMolay members attend Missouri conclave in St Louis

Sikeston DeMolay ran as delegates to Missouri state conclave in St Louis with Don Frederick Keller named State Senior Councilor and Patsy Murback chosen state Sweetheart. The Sikeston group, led by Charis Francis, included 17 members and 2 escorts, attending meals and the grand ball at the Moolah Temple.

Sikeston Canate DeMolay St. Louis Don Frederick Keller Aldermar Ira Keller Gladys Street Mass Patricia Louise Afurbeck Erd B . Muerbdachk Park and Sweetheer Sikeston Missouri Don Keiler Jerry Wagley Charles Ray Smith Paul D. Boardman Mike Jones Larry Kellett Jaret Jonney Hux Mirs John Hex College Sizie Ooys Ali France William J. Keith B. J. Murpack Marshell Craig J. ©. Robinson Theron Stallings Joan Hux Melbourne Mfoolah Temple Judy Murback California

Reiss Dairy and Topp Studio Announce Baby of the Year Contest

Reiss Dairy and Topp Studio jointly announce the annual Baby of the Year photo contest open to children up to age three. Entries require no fee, with photographs judged for personality and healthiness. Main prize is a 16x20 heavy brushed oil portrait valued at 250 dollars. The contest runs August 1 through August 31 with two attendants receiving portraits.

Reiss Dairy Topp Studio B. L. M Stardley Warren S Topp Jr Tops Stucio Topo Topp

Two Year Study Details Missouri Traffic Accidents

A two year analysis by the Missouri State Highway Commission shows negligence and inattention as top causes on high speed roads. Fatality rates on divided highways are lower than undivided routes, with speed and poor alignment boosting risk. Most crashes occur on dry pavement between 4 pm and 7 pm, with ages 21 to 30 most affected.

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Golden Anniversary marks Mt Vernon Sanatorium

The Misssour State Sanatorium at Mt Vernon marks 50 years since opening in 1907 with a noon barbecue for ex patients and families followed by a pageant. Tours will showcase modern methods and services as the community honors the institution and its history of care for thousands.

Mt. Vernon

Traffic accident study shows drunken driving upsets and rising costs

The study reports 1742 percent of accidents and 19 percent of fatal crashes linked to drinking, up from the prior five years. It notes higher fatalities per vehicle mile during holidays, with single vehicle crashes common on curves or bridges. Pedestrian injuries largely occur while standing or crossing. Economic losses on state highways rose from 1954 to 1955, but per vehicle mile the burden declined as road usage grew.

Sikeston Man In Two Car Accident

A Sikeston man and another driver were involved in a two car collision Tuesday morning at the East Maione and S New Marerid streets intersection. Amos Bridges, 99 Carmi, J., drove a 1953 Pontiac west on Maione and stopped for a red light when Sherman Grant, 37, 803 North Ranney, rear ended Bridges. No injuries or arrests were reported.

East Maione S. New Marerid Amos Bridges Carmi Maione Haven Sherman Grant North Ranney Bridges

Costs Trucker 830 Fine In New Madrid Court

A truck operator paid 830 for an excess load of 8850 pounds in New Madrid County Magistrate Court before Judge Ene Wright. Nineteen other truckers paid fines, with amounts from 22 to over 200 dollars, and several were charged with PSC infractions.

New Madrid Ene Wright Wheeling Pipelines, Inc Public Service Commission Charles Abernathy William Bishop Wright Clyde Dunlop Ben Smith Henry C. Coon Patricia Duzak Hilton Eugene Vowel Dan Kelly Purdy Donald Gene Dunlap Riley Dean Junior Hendy Wide Mac Battles Willie Perry James Larry Skaggs H. F. Pheffer Slloo Harvey Carter Tracey Curtie Riley Eadie Lee Hill Clex Butcher

Vernon Sheltons Honor Chicago Visitors

Vernon Shelton of Sikeston hosted a Wednesday lawn supper at his Rt. 2 home in honor of his aunt Mrs Otis Breant and Miss Betty Sinnard both of Chicago who were visiting Sikeston and Blodgett. Attending were Tru man Sinnard Reece Bennett Linda Bennett Lyman Dame Judy Dane Lyndell Dane Mildred Hayes Marvin Arnold Benton Lennis James Florence James Donna Shelton Linda Joe Jimmy Shelton Mrs Bryant with Miss Sinnard left for Chicago today.

Vernon Shelton Sikeston Rt. 2 Otis Breant Chicago TV Betty Sinnard Chicago Blodgett Truman Sinuard Reece Bennett Marissa Linda Bennett Lyman Dame

Balanced Farming Field Day Planned in New Madrid County

A Balanced Farming Field Day will be held in New Madrid County Friday August 2 at 1 30 p m. announced by E B Nace Associate County Agent The farm to be toured lies on the north side of Tallapoosa owned by R B McCord of Clarkton and operated by W M and L W Fertner The tour will begin at 1 30 p m

New Madrid McCord E. B. Nace Tallapoosa R. B. McCord Clarkton W. M. and L. W. Fertner

Wife Charged After Husband Shoots At Wall

Police arrested Ernest Ogle Bowling, 640 Dorothy, after an incident at the couple’s home. Mrs. Bowling accused her husband of attempting suicide with a shotgun, firing at himself but striking the wall above his head while intoxicated.

Ernest Ogle Bowling Dorothy Bowling

Rotary Club Discusses Family Affairs At Meeting

Rotarians met Monday at the Dunn Hotel for a family night session and skipped entertainment to focus on club matters. Frank Sisson and Virgil Bryan led a discussion on membership classification and improving attendance.

Rotary Club Rotarians Dunn Hotel Frank Sisson Virgil Bryan

Morehouse G A Meeting and Family News

The Junior G A met Wednesday at First Baptist Church led by Mrs Fred Saminnack with President Sheila Lan ius presiding. The program included hymns prayers and several short talks. A birth is announced: Debra Jean, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Newman of St. Louis, with Phyllis Lewis of Morehouse as mother.

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Help Wanted Rawleigh Dealers Advertised in Sikeston

Help wanted notice invites full or part time Rawleigh dealers as prices rise faster than income. Contact Mrs. A. Shuffit at 502 Murray Lane, Sikeston, or write Rawleigh's Dept. MOG-1030-RR, Memphis Tennessee. (30-32)

Rawleigh A. Shuffit Murray Lane Sikeston S. Dept Memphis Tenn

Man or Woman Own a Business of Your Own Part Time Work

An advertisement segment invites individuals to start a side business for extra income. It promotes flexible hours and personal entrepreneurship, urging readers to explore opportunities and earn independently. The notice emphasizes accessibility for both genders and future financial benefits.

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Reliable Party Male Or Female (30-32)

A concise note identifies a reliable party aged 30 to 32, belonging to a party labeled as reliable. The item lists gender options as male or female and presents this demographic descriptor in a brief catalog-like entry.

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