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Newspaper
Silsbee Bee
Location
Silsbee, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1966
Page
4
Chance Fletcher News reports a Monday start for the Youth Led Revival at Fletcher Emmanuel Baptist Church led by Clark Hutchinson of Clanton Alabama with Chris Emery of Richardson as singer. A luncheon for the guest preacher and singer followed.
A men’s retreat for all faiths will occur Friday and Saturday at the Baptist Encampment three miles south of Newton and one mile west of Highway 87. Registra tion starts 4:00 p.m. Friday with services Friday night and Saturday morning. Speakers include Gerald Mann and Ralph W. Neighbour of the Baptist Convention evangelistic board. Three meals will be served, with sleeping quarters available per director Oscar Hoffpauli.
Silsbee resident Thomas Crowe of Gulf States Utilities joins 26 graduate engineers from Texas Louisiana and New Mexico in a two week short course at Texas A and M on Semiconductors in Protective Relaying Circuits. The Electric Power Institute sponsors the course which runs through July 1 and covers latest developments in electricity.
Miss Carolyn Anne Prophit of Rayne Louisiana daughter of Mr and Mrs L A Prophit and granddaughter of Mr and Mrs Harvey Ashcraft has been chosen to join Region V as a Bayou Girl Scout Council member at the first National Senior Girl Scout Conference to be held at Purdue University from July 18 to 26 Workshops field trips and a banquet will be offered The conference theme Home Values in Action emphasizes the home as a democratic force and women's fulfillment and influence in many roles.
Mrs Myra Freeman of 1260 Avenue L found a stray tomato plant at the dump grounds. She planted it at home and this week counted 40 tomatoes on the single plant proving nothing short of miraculous growth in the yard.
Mrs Juanita Hambrick of Kountze rests well after surgery at Martin DePorres Hospital in Beaumont. She thanks friends and relatives for their help during a two week hospital stay and is now back at home.
Mrs. T. E. Caumley expresses heartfelt gratitude for prayers visits cards and flowers received during a three week stay at St. Elizabeth Hospital wishing blessings for each generous supporter.
In a press release to weekly papers Senator Ralph Yarborough said he planned to introduce soon a Big Thicket bill to preserve part of East Texas as a national forest or wilderness area. He cited Piney Woods beauty and noted a 1000 year old magnolia died from vandalism, urging preservation for future Texans.
Harvey Benjamin Cooper a Marine Corps Corporal is en route home after 13 months in Viet Nam. A 1962 Waldo Matthews High School graduate he is the son of Mr and Mrs Sam Jones of Silsbee. Eddie Jones recently earned a Seamen training certificate and is stationed in San Diego California, also the son of the Jones family.
Last weekend 95 descendants of Uncle Bob and Dora Cramer met at Dam B for their annual reunion. Seven of eight children attended including Bob Cramer and Edna Barnett. Bill Cramer of Mountain Grove joined for a first-time meeting with six relatives. Bob Cramer was elected president and set the next reunion for June 1967 at Lake Tejas near Woodville.
Dr. A. E. Templeton announced his office moves to 418 North Fourth in the same building formerly used by the Silsbee Credit Co. The new space will open on Monday June 27 with final touches due by July 15 and a formal opening to be announced.
The annual Ratcliff reunion will be held Sunday, July 3, at the old home place, three miles west of Spurger in the Beech Creek Community. All relatives and friends are invited to come and bring a basket lunch and enjoy the day.
The Stephens annual reunion took place at Cur tis Stephens home on June 19 with forty five attendees including five brothers one sister and six friends. Lunch followed at 1 30 p.m with each family bringing a basket.
The family of Mrs. Carrie Page thanks many kind people for cards letters flowers and sympathy during their recent bereavement. May God bless you all.
Mrs J O May of Center visited in the home of her brother in law and sister Mr and Mrs J E Mask over the weekend. Visitors Sunday in the J H Richardson home included the Richardsons children Mr and Mrs Gerald Peveto and sons and Mr and Mrs Marvel Conway all of Orange. Mr and Mrs John D Brumley Jr Gayle Brumley and Mrs J D Brumley Sr of Silsbee visited Hodges Gardens near Many La on Sunday June 19. Mrs Leona Whitman is in St Elizabeth Hospital this week undergoing tests. Mrs Woodrow Cook visited Houston over the weekend with her parents Mr and Mrs J B Wade. On Fathers Day the family had its annual meeting. Mrs Bryant Butler returned Sunday from a visit with Mrs Hua McAllister in Somerville. Visitors over the weekend in the home of Mr and Mrs Lester Jones were Mr and Mrs Lynwood Jones of Baton Rouge La and Mike and William Tucker of New Iberia La. Mr and Mrs B C Neely from Albuquerque NM are spending their vacation with her mother Mrs Jim Allen and his father Ben Neely of this city. R S Farmer of Farmer Funeral Home who returned home June 15 after a checkup and treatment in St Elizabeth Hospital planned to return to the hospital Wednesday for possible surgery.
Silshee and Kountze American Business Women's Association chapters plan a joint installation Friday evening at the Royal Manor in Beaumont. Installing officer is Jane Bogel of Port Arthur. Incoming Silsbee officers are H C Scoggins president Tom D Barnes first vice Lavera Landis second vice Mayburn LaBrache secretary Letha Smith treasurer. Kountze officers installed include Lillian Peck president Dorothy Taylor first vice Virgie Lack second vice Virginia Hybarger secretary Hazel Brackin treasurer.
The devotional reflects on God’s vast greatness from Psalm 104 1 and I Timothy 6 12 16. It contrasts Bernard Buffet’s Pieta with a cross symbol and notes the figures appear oversized yet point to divine sovereignty. A prayer asks for open minds and loving service through God’s power and grace. Margaret Hum Ripper signs as educator.
Affiliate member notice shows second class mailing at Silsbee Texas now published Thursdays at 410 Highway 96 Silsbee TX 77656. Rates listed: 3.50 yearly in Hardin Jasper Tyler Jefferson counties 4.00 elsewhere. Co-owners and publishers David Read and R L Read. Editor Ad Manager Tommy Read. Society editor Leona Whitman Judy Jones reporter.
Chuck Lambert reports on a scouting expedition by nine Silsbee Explorer Scouts who joined Beaumont youth. The group camped at St Augustine State Park, attended services in Little Rock, then planned travel to Round Rock State Park in Missouri, toured Grand Marais State Park in St Louis, and began a 21 mile hike from New Salem to Springfield to honor Abraham Lincoln.
Silsbee High School cheerleaders announce a car wash this Saturday June 25 from 8 am to 4 pm. Cars will be picked up and delivered from Pondhoe Barclay's Service Station. Proceeds fund new uniforms for next term.
Jessie Stephens and the Hubert families express appreciation to friends from churches and Ex quisette Club for calls, flowers, and cards during the loss of Mrs. D. T. McCoy of Leggett Texas. They convey gratitude and ask for the Lord's blessings.
Frank L Choate, storehouse clerk for the Santa Fe in Silsbee, retires after 38 years of railroad service. A Silsbee resident since 1939, he plans to stay, remain active in the Masonic lodge and civic affairs, and perhaps travel. He also served four years on the City Council. Mrs. Choate teaches at Silsbee Schools.
A revival will begin June 26 at the First Pentecostal Church at 945 North Sth Street. Reverend Evans of West Palm Beach Florida will be the evangelist. The choir will sing nightly at 7 30 p m. Mr Evans is an accomplished musician as well as evangelist and he will pray for the sick. Rev C S Duplissey pastor invites the public to attend.
The Williford Richardson reunion was held Sunday June 19 at Honey Island with about 40 attendees. Participants reminisced, renewed friendships, swam and ate. the next gathering is planned for the third Sunday in June 1967.
The family of C. J. Flowers expresses sincere thanks to Rev. Duplissey and many friends for prayers kindness and flowers during the illness and death of their father. Mr and Mrs Otho Merritt and Pastdly join in gratitude.
A U S IRS column answers common income tax questions. It explains withholding allowances, obtaining Form W-4, and how to handle overwithholding. It notes new provisions effective next year and directs readers to Document No. 5642 for details. It covers reporting tips, tax court routes, refunds, and refund explanations.
The family of Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Cramer gathered at their home Sunday for a reunion. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Russ and daughter from Silsbee, Mr. and Mrs. Boyd Jenkins and children from Fred, Mr. and Mrs. Milton Cramer and children from Brookeland, and Mrs. Pat Loftin and children from Beaumont, with surprise guests Mr. and Mrs. B. C. Neely of Albuquerque, sister of Mrs. Cramer.
Dayton FFA sponsored rodeo set for July 1 2 and 4 at their arena north of town on Hwy 321. Milton Chachere announces free dance possible June 30 and nightly events feature bareback riding bull riding tie down roping steer wrestling ladies barrel races pee wee calf riding sack scramble with money prizes. Shirley Irby and Cleveland Mounted Posse perform nightly with Donald Johnson as announcer and Matt Neuman as rodeo clown. Gates open 8 p.m. each night. Also reports warn boater drift drownings prompt water safety appeal urging life jackets and caution near drifting craft.
The McGinty family expresses sincere appreciation for the acts of kindness flowers food and prayers received during their recent bereavement. Gratitude is extended from Mrs. Maxie McGinty and family Mr. and Mrs. C W McGinty Mr. and Mrs. C E McGinty and Mr. and Mrs. R R Palmer.
Mrs Clyde Phillips expresses sincere gratitude to friends for flowers cards and visits during her hospital stay, noting appreciation and kindness from supporters.
North Hardin Baptist Church will hold its first deacon ordination service on Sunday, June 26 at 2 30 p m. The men to be ordained are Jack Provost Willis Pate James E H Gregory David Bass and Volcie Moore.
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