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Newspaper
Sikeston Herald
Location
Sikeston, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1958
Page
4
Enterea ac secona-class matter March 9 1906 at the post office at Sikeston Saissour under the Act of Congress of March 3 1879 Searix Subscription Rates Scott Adorning Counties 206 Flee v were 3.00 Terms Str ectly In Advance.
In a reflective column, the author honors Dr J B Matthews a key witness who warned 20 years ago that the Communist Party in America operated under the Communist International in Moscow. The piece notes his critique of Communism, his stance against Soviet influence, and his ongoing fight against communist expansion, urging readers to thank him for his lifelong work. It contrasts past witness testimony with modern police communications and public safety efforts across several states, highlighting the enduring vigilance against subversive activity.
The American Legion Henry Meldrum Post 114 signs a contract Saturday with Cecil Boyer as builder and Howard Grant as architect to erect a modern post home on the Legion lot at the northwest corner of Rinsvinishwav and Gladys street. Construction should finish in about 18 weeks from signing. While building proceeds the Legionnaires meet at the Knights of Columbus Hall on East Tanner Street.
Mrs C B Win and Mrs Raymond Mersnall of Charleston returned from Memphis where they were with their husband Bennie Witt patient at the Kennedy Clinic His wife said he is getting along fine and doctors are pleased with his recovery He is doing much better than expected
Cape Girardeau construction worker Charles Hogan Miller was arrested after his 16 year old daughter accused him of forcing himself on her for three years. The girl fled home, was located in Sikeston, and then gave authorities details to Sheriff Dennis. The case follows another family mistreatment conviction in nearby county. Miller faces charges and possible penitentiary time if convicted.
Myr and Ms Doe Sides and Mr end Alrs Paul Hill and childen visit Southern Cal forma Wane then Mir and Mrs George F Dre and fami of Lakewood. Mr. and Mrs James Sides in Anansim. Mrs Dre and James Sides are the uncle and brother of Mrs Hall. The Sikeston group went fishing and Bob Sides caught a large halibut. Mrs Syron Caldwell and Gen Janet Leign and Mary Lynn return home after two weeks with sister. Mrs arr Thrower and son Dennis in Columba. Mr and Lin. fa S Raiser of Edwards were weekend visitors. Mrs Minnie Kindred travels to Carrier Side to visit her son. Frana Hindred and family with Mr and Mrs Kindred join mother to Memphis then Miami for extended visit. Tom Kindred and Jim and daughter and husband Ah and Mrs Jack Brown. Mr and Mrs Ceenl Crabiuce guests of daughter and family. Mrs Bou Warren and children near Charleston. Margaret Harper and Miss Florence Baxter with Mrs Y B Dusley and Miss Myre Alou in St Louis. Mr and Mrs Victor Cheal and son Earl of Lansing spent weekend with uncle and aunt Mr and Mrs J R DePriest and Mrs Louis Roldenane
Roy H Wagner of 697 Greer St a former vastal employee and Scott County teacher died Friday at John J Cochran Veterans Hospital St Louis after long illness. Funeral services at 2 pm at First Methodist Church with Rev J C Mort Montgomery. interment at Forrest Hills Memorial. Survived by four children eight grandchildren and many relatives. He served in WWII, taught in Scott County and worked in Sikeston post office for 23 years.
Walter Lee Kirby, longtime Sikeston resident, died at Delta Community Hospital at 6 pm Friday after a paralytic stroke. He was in failing health months prior. Born June 8, 1896 in Greenfield Teon, he was the son of Nora S. Kirby and the late J. P. Kirby. Survived by wife Strranda Kirby, two sons William Lee Kirby and Ronnie Lee Kirby, two daughters Inez Blondell and Thelma Airbs, six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He attended Furst Methodist Church.
Stephens College in Columbia Missouri begins its 126th term on September 13 led by Dr Seymour A Smuth the former Yale University president. The two year women’s college attracts over 1500 students from all states and many foreign countries.
George W. Lufcy, plant engineer at Sikeston International Shoe Co., will retire Sept. 1 after 38 years of service. A Leora, Missouri native, he previously led the Cape Girardeau Cape plant in 1920 and served as Sikeston engineer since 1928. He held Army ranks in WWI and is active in veterans and fraternal organizations. The Sikeston plant produced over 1,144,000 pairs annually in 1957.
At a Teen Town board meeting in Sikeston the group announced last Saturdays fund drive netted 480.45 dollars plus a 74 dollar night cash drawer and 175 dollars in donations totaling 356470 toward starting Teen Town. The old Limbaugh house at Scott and Frathieen will be rented for 815 dollars monthly and redecorated inside and out. Open house planned Sept 21 from 2 to 4 pm with Teen Town to open soon.
City of Sikeston Missouri passes a resolution to pave Wayne Street from Lanning Street west to Brewer Street east, designates funding from the city, and directs publication in weekly local newspaper Sikeston Herald. The measure, approved August 1958, authorizes city clerk to publish the notice and records.
Mr and Mrs Elmer Guliland Jr of Benton announce a baby born August 25 at the Missouri Delta Community Hospital. A daughter arrived August 26 to Mr and Mrs Robert Schuchart at the local Sikeston hospital. The Schucharts reside in Morehouse.
A brief note cites 1 Timothy 1:15 and recalls Christ’s purpose of saving sinners. The sermon on the Prodigal Son emphasizes repentance, humility, and returning to faith as the path to grace.
Wass Virginia Fisher of St Louis and Miss Judy Farmer of East St Louis ULL visited from Friday night until Monday afternoon with their grandmother Mrs Lela Cockrell.
Registered Angus bulls for sale at Hull Angus Farms on U S Highway 61 nine miles north of Sisterster. Price 250 dollars. For inquiries call 2500-1.
Copy this classified item offers a spinet piano and a spiset organ in like new condition. Purchase via small payments with option to sell separately. Address provided by the dealer credit manager, Box 3007, Aiftea 23, Mo. (34-33).
Immediate openings for a party to operate and manage two cigarette routes in rural areas and represent AVON cosmetics. Investment required ranges from 1160 to 2200 dollars with potential large annual profits. Address provided in Dexter Missouri and contact details for the company and box 107.
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