Illegal Oysters Bring Heavy Fines in Texas Waters
Texas game wardens halted seven oyster boats returning to Sea Brook and San Leon. Five boats from Houma Louisiana carried 14 men with oysters below the three inch size limit. Fines totaled 1500 dollars for the catch and another 1500 from the oysters sold. Wardens Frank Dickerson Alton Anderson Carlos Mikulka Francis McGrath Zoran Spusic and A G Cook led the arrests.
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Austin
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Seabrook
San Leon
Honha
Frank Dickerson
Alton Anderson
Carlos Miculka
Francis McGrath
Zoran Spusic
A. G. Cook
Rough Fish Netters Caught By Wardens At Lake Livingston
Two rough fish netters from Livingston were stopped by Game Warden Wesley Clodston at Riverside for possessing 70 pounds of catfish under a contract with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Richard Woods and Kenneth Childers were fined 900 each for illegal possession and 27.50 for using an unregistered commercial boat. their netting contract was canceled.
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Livingston
Lake Livingston
Texas Parks and Wildlife
Department
Wesley Clodston
Riverside
Richard Woods
Kenneth Childers
New Beginnings Through God’s Fresh Springtime Spirit
Oxford sermon quotes Ramsey MacDonald on religion keeping a springtime freshness in the soul. God promises a new thing and fresh starts despite failures, inviting renewal through divine grace and obedience. The daily mercy renews each morning as the Holy Spirit brings forgiveness, strength, and new paths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oxford
Ramsey MacDonald
Christ
Notices of Estate Claims and Executrix Appointments in Texas
Two probate notices, Hardin and Martin counties, announce Letters Testamentary for Alberta Lindsey and Alexander John Wood. Frances Rasmussen Independent Executrix in Hardin County, care of Fletcher Richardson. Chris Martin County notice names Frances Maxine Wood, administrator, c/o Earl B. Stover, with claims due per law. Public notices dated January 1973.
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Alberta Lindsey
Hardin County
Texas
Alberta Léinciary
Frances Rasmussen
Frances Raamisreen
Fletcher Richardson
P. O
Litsher
Alexander John Wood
Opierpal
Alexander Jonn Wood
Martin County
Maxine Wood
Mardin County
Earl B. Stover
Lew P.O
Lew P.O. Box 1058 Silsbee
Bulne
Writer Defends Silsbee Police In Moeller Letter Rebuttal
Frank Scarborough defends the Silsbee Police Department in a rebuttal to Clar ence H Moeller s December 18 1972 letter. He cites experience with the Police Citizen Involvement Program and asserts officers gave citizens the benefit of the doubt. He argues the yellow light cited a possible violation and urges citizens to engage with the police to understand their department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moeller
Silsbee Police Department
Clarence H. Moeller
Silsbee
Texas
Frank Scarborough
Silsbee councilman urges action on city issues
Silsbee councilman Duane Beck outlines concerns on cemetery maintenance, traffic through North Fifth Street, rising city expenses and a 1971 Senate Bill 607, urging voter input and fiscal restraint. He warns against overdevelopment along by passes and calls for careful zoning to protect residential areas.
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Ion
South Third
Texas Highway Department
North Fifth Street
Senate
United States of America
A F Academy Test Information Is Available
Major Lloyd W. Fowler of Beaumont guides high school students toward Air Force Academy prep. He advises planning courses and activities to boost entrance exam results, highlighting Mathematics and English as key. Candidates take either the SAT or ACT, with junior year testing recommended and retesting in senior year. Contact 17 Berkshire Lane, Beaumont.
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Air Force Academy
Lloyd W. Fowler
Beaumont
Fowler
College Board
Berkshire Lane
Annexation Push Aims at Silsbee Growth Area
The speaker commends the City Council for annexing land south and east of Silsbee along the old city limits and by-pass. He urges annexing the remaining land between the city and the by-pass, including Kirby Lumber Co., to guide future residential growth and prevent uncontrolled expansion.
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Commission
Council
City Council
Silsbee
Texas
Kirby Lumber Co
Citizen Voices Police Probe At Silsbee City Council
Jan 10 1972 a resident testified before Silsbee City Council accusing the Police Department of misconduct and false testimony. He cited ticket irregularities including red light and tail light citations and questioned overtime pay for officers and alleged racial bias. He referenced a trial where the Police Chief testified about a school crossing incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silsbee
Gien
Not Guilty Jury Clears Driver in Collision Dispute
A driver testifies two witnesses supported her claim that she did not owe stopping duty as the cross-traffic was clear. She says the other driver caused the incident, her car sustained over 600 dollars in damage and was totaled by insurance. She criticizes police and jury for alleged dishonesty and costly legal fights.
Citizens urge council to rebalance police powers
A citizen appeals to the city to curb police harassment and restore protection of residents. The letter urges public discussion at every council meeting and challenges officials to listen to the citizens’ side and reform practices.
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Police Department
Time for Cities to Unite Against Growing Problem
Community leaders call for coordinated action as a rising issue threatens local services. Officials urge collaboration among municipalities and organizations to pool resources and develop a unified plan.
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NAP Aber Association
Highway 96
Hardin, Jasper
Tyler Jefferson
R. L. Read
Mrs. Leona Whitman
Lee Kelly
Doris Woolley
Mrs
Fern McAdams
Society and Personal Editor
Harold Leigh
John S. Basye
James Johnson
Billy Joe Williams
Michael Minton
Farl B
Stover
Beck
Pinewood Drive
Silsbee, Texas
Duane Beck
Robert A. Scott
Britton Drive
Apt
A. F. Academy
Rev
Scott
Eaitor
Citi
Clinard
Texaco
Citie
Jean Ferdinal
Ernest Ave
H. E. Munden
North 5Th Street
Lodge
Order of Eastern Star
Sue Olsen
Arthur Olsen
Warrick
Meas
Spanis
Mediterranean
Black & White Portables
Admiral
Admiral Electric
Warrick TV
Silsbee State Bank
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