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Newspaper
Silsbee Bee
Location
Silsbee, Texas, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1960
Page
8
Texas Game and Fish Commission warns the public to purchase fishing licenses as the 1960 season nears. The monthly report shows 37 people charged with fishing without licenses and 70 charged with various night hunting violations, with additional cases of hunting out of season and related offenses.
George Allison of Jasper announces candidacy for the seventh district seat covering Tyler Jasper and Newton counties. Age 42, married to Ruth Woolley of Silsbee with four children, he runs and co owns several auto firms in Jasper and Woodville. He advocates businesslike tax use and opposes income and general sales taxes, favoring taxes on the most able to pay.
A January report shows 413 violations including hunting and fishing offences. Of these 39 dismissed, 3 jailed, 6 appealed, 1 fined suspended, 2 found not guilty. Fines reached 15600.15 dollars with 662.00 dollars in court costs, 16271.15 dollars paid by violators. The text notes the white Bishareen carmel as a fast valuable mount for the tribe.
Chief Grady Tarver notes weekly traffic arrests including licenses, speeder, yielding violations, and red light offenses. Silsbee Lions plan a minstrel show April 1 at the high school auditorium to fund civic projects. Deer sightings near Ave L Extension. East Texas Wildlife restocking program. Worthey brothers to build a bonded warehouse behind the old glass shop with a rail spur and metal siding. laminated paper core plant discussed.
Den 10 of Cub Scout Pack 88 met Monday in the home of Den Mother Mrs. Harry Holt with seven members present. Joel Allen completed Wolf Bear and Lion badges and is entering Webelos. The group marked Texas towns on maps, checked achievement charts, played games, and planned kite making for the next meeting. Joel Allen served refreshments. Jerry Redkey was scribe.
World War II veterans have until July 25 1960 to apply for GI home farm or business loans with an extra year to close if filed by the deadline. Korea conflict veterans have until January 31 1965 for loan applications.
The Upper Room notes its 25th year serving Christians in 100 countries. Since its 1935 start, it has circulated over 258 million copies and appears in 37 editions in 31 languages with Braille. It is printed in Nashville and Louisville, with 29 editions in 21 cities worldwide.
Mrs J M Cafferkey thanks friends and neighbors for sympathy and deeds shown during the illness and death of her loved one J M Cafferkey and extends appreciation for support.
Cpl Jerry Smith son of Mr and Mrs T L Smith of this city earned a 1959 good conduct medal and first place in sharpshooting, winning Marine of the Year for the second time. Stationed at Naha Okinawa, he is a sea-going Marine on his fourth overseas tour. A Silsbee High School alumnus he was a three year football letterman and two year basketball and track letterman.
The Azalea Garden Club gathered February 24 at 2 p m at Mrs Ray Browns home in Evadale with Mrs Carl Britten co hosting. Mrs J M Huddleston led the business session and Mrs W S Ray spoke on Mechanics of Arranging Flowers. Joe F Combs of Beaumont will speak March 9 on Birds.
Cub Scout Pack 199 held its annual Blue Gold banquet on February 23 in the Read-Turrentine cafeteria with the theme Golden Jubilee. Wesley Jackson the cubmaster presided. E C McMullin of Beaumont was guest speaker. Awards were given for Wolf and Bear ranks and den mothers received lapel pins. The PTA sponsors the group.
The Miller Johnson American Legion Post will meet Wednesday night March 9 at 7 30 at the Masonic Hall 330 South 11th Street. They discuss the new pension law effective July 1 and urge veterans widows especially those with children to attend.
Den 5 of Cub Scout Pack 199 visited the new courthouse in Kountze on Monday afternoon by invitation of Sheriff William Whitaker. They traveled in the sheriff's department wagon driven by Doc Million and were escorted through the courthouse and jail by Deputies Kirk and Million. They were served refreshments in the sheriff's living area. Den Mothers Goldie Hartman and Pat Hartman accompanied them along with committeemen Bill and Jewel Hartman and several parents.
The Fantasy Blue Birds gathered Tuesday at Mrs. R. G. Davis home with Mrs. Gene McCartney as assistant den mother for a business meeting. They discussed the banquet and prepared place cards. Gayla Ashworth served refreshments. Judy McCartney served as scribe.
We express gratitude for the many acts of kindness during the recent loss of our mother Mrs. Addie Huffman. Mr and Mrs Frank Huffman and children appreciate your support.
Den 2 of Cub Scout Pack 199 with den mother Mrs. C D Thompson and assistant den mothers Mrs J N Hare and Mrs J L Brown held a meeting. The pledge to the flag was given, achievement charts were checked, and moves of Texas were shown by Mrs Thompson. Matt Kindle served refreshments. James Roy Brown was scribe.
The Pre Debutantes met Monday at Judy DuBose’s home. Minutes from the prior meeting were read and approved. Jeanelle Shavers was elected president. A March 11 party and a project were discussed. Treasurer Joanna Smyly reported. Anita Jo Kirtley served as scribe.
The Cook family expresses heartfelt thanks for kindness shown during their time of sorrow. They appreciate cards and meals and extend special thanks to the Eastern Star and WMU for their help.
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