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Newspaper
Silsbee Bee
Location
Silsbee, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 1958
Page
4
The article lists the newspaper’s editorial team including co owners and publishers David Read and R L Read. It names Jerry Zuber as News Editor and Leona Whitman as Society and Personal Editor. It also cites the Mechanical Department staff: Composing Room Foreman, Printer, Pressman, and Stereotyper.
A year-end note recalls a snowy season and rainfall, praises the Silsbee Tigers, and celebrates a new baby Rebecca eight months old. The writer shares holiday greetings, reflects on 1959, and offers a brief meditation on the Prince of Peace and the Christian journey through life.
A concise reflection notes that some people's sound judgment remains intact though not frequently exercised, suggesting prudence persists even with limited use.
Evadale residents shared time with relatives in Spurger Buna and Beaumont while Christmas events occurred at the First Baptist Church. Families welcomed newborn Jamie Sheryl Christian December 6 and travelers returned from Houston Huntington Kirbysville and Port Arthur for holidays.
Authorities warn that successful hunters must plan ahead and avoid poaching in hunting areas. The message notes that getting caught can be very costly, underscoring strict enforcement and potential fines or sanctions.
The Sheffield Clan held their annual Christmas Party Saturday night with 83 attendees. Relatives from Beaumont Sour Lake Houston Livingston Jasper Shreveport West Lake Lake Charles and Florida attended. games, gifts, and refreshments were provided.
Chance Fletcher announces the approaching marriage of their daughter Dale to Harlen McKnight of DeQuincy Louisiana son of Mrs. Jay McKnight. The wedding will be Friday night December 26 at 8 pm in the United Pentecostal Church in Loeb with friends invited through the press.
The Texas Democrat Sam Rayburn will continue as speaker when the 86th Congress convenes January 7. He has held the post for a record 15 years, longer than any other speaker, with power increasingly defined by party discipline and parliamentary influence rather than sole formal authority.
Texas Safety Association urges safer highways in 1959 urging drivers to treat licenses as privileges not rights. Musick warns of seven daily fatalities and $270 million in 1958 losses, outlining winter precautions and six safety steps for motorists and car upkeep.
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