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Newspaper
Silsbee Bee
Location
Silsbee, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1954
Page
2
Dr. Geo W Cox states that adults must prevent childhood accidents as children often ignore safety practices. He notes infant mortality has fallen but childhood accidents remain high. school injuries account for significant portions while overall adult cooperation is essential to reduce preventable deaths and injuries.
The Negro Red Cross Drive ends Friday per general chairman C A Johns. If not yet contacted, residents should reach out to a worker and donate. Secretary-treasurer Lloyd E. Ewing lists contributions from Mrs. Bertis Singleton six dollars and seventy five cents, Mrs. A E Sykes seven dollars fifty four cents, Mrs. Naomi Cross two dollars fifty, and Curtis Thompson two dollars seventy five.
Visitors at the E L Teal residence include Mrs. Marie Sumrall and family and other Votaw residents. Brass of Beaumont Silsbee Carthage Hobden and Oakwood family guests, plus several local trips and hospital visitations are noted. The report compiles a day’s rounds of social calls and weekend visits among area residents.
The Mildred Wilcox Circle of Woodrow Baptist Church gathered April 12 at Mrs. Henry Parks residence. Mrs. Jack Segrest led prayer, M. G. VanWinkle chaired the business, and Miss Louis Miller read the prior minutes. The program excerpt came from Young People of Destiny. Mrs. Pat Phelps closed with prayer. refreshments were served.
The Good Shepherd Baptist Church circles held meetings in various homes. Ann Harris Circle met at Mrs. G E Hanks with Devotion by Mrs. Hanks and a mission program, and Lottie Moon Circle met at Mrs. A B Greer with Royal Service led by Mrs. Buckner. Next gatherings planned for Stewardship.
The W S C S Circle 1 of the First Methodist Church met Monday afternoon with Mrs W A Barclay in charge. Mrs Landolt led the opening prayer. The program on Who Are the Guilty from the yearbook was led by Mrs W C Boyett. A Day Apart service is planned Friday from 2:00 to 4:00 p m at the church urging all members to attend.
The Catholic women held their regular monthly meeting in the Parish Hall last Wednesday night presided by Mrs. Ted Cuellar. Coffee was served and Mrs. W. S. Sturrock of 620 South 8rd Street won the quilt. The club will meet again Tuesday night to work on this month’s project. All members urged to attend.
The Lumberton Home Demonstration Club met at Mrs. R. S. Masters home on April 6 and spent the session making trays. The next meeting is set as an all day event at Mrs. M. McBryde home on April 20. The note mentions the 1939 U S Navy Neutrality Patrol being established in the Atlantic after the European war outbreak.
Extension range specialist A. H. Walker warns livestock should be removed from areas with poisonous vegetation during danger periods. Oak family buds leaves and shoots are toxic to cattle sheep goats and horses until new leaves turn dark green. Bitterweed loco and peavine loom in spring. cocklebur seeds poison hogs and cattle. Deferred grazing advised.
The Texas Nu Upsilon Chapter held a Monday night initiation ceremony with a black and yellow decor theme. Mrs. Joyce Wallace read the ritual as members discussed the Founders Day banquet set for April 26 and the planning committee met at Mrs. Doreen Parks home.
The Studebaker Land Cruiser with overdrive captured the sweepstakes trophy at the 1954 Mobilgas Economy Run in Sun Valley Idaho with a record 60.8465 mpg for 1335 miles and 28.1046 mpg actual. Wilbur Shaw officiated as judge and Dick Griffith drove the winning car while L E von Schnithis entered it. Studebaker also won best mileage overall at 29.58 mpg and best mileage with automatic transmission at 24.5763 mpg.
Ten members of the University of Texas Army ROTC drill team, the Rangers, wear Confederate gray and march with the Stars and Bars. The unit, organized by Lt. Col. Walter F. Diesem, will perform three times May 7 during the All University Exposition and Power Show tied to the Interscholastic League state meet.
The Confederate Rangers showcase 50 caliber breech loading Springfield rifles in authentic reproductions of Confederate uniforms. The squad aims to preserve a vibrant part of national history and teach military science students about differences between past and present drills.
The Thursday night bridge club met at Mrs. Joe Doiron s home with a luncheon. High score went to Mrs. Allen Freeman, followed by Miss Mildred Schuler. Guest player Mrs. Fred Denson attended the session.
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