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Newspaper
Silsbee Bee
Location
Silsbee, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1969
Page
5
New York May 10 report notes 152 unmarried men per 100 unmarried women locally, higher than national and Texas ratios. It cites 1,070 women aged 18 to 21 and 1,040 men aged 20 to 23, reflecting a postwar marriage squeeze from the 1940s birth dip and baby boom.
Four Silsbee residents have finished the Defensive Driving Course for Instructors in Beaumont. Sponsored by the American Association of Retired Persons and adapted from the National Safety Council program, the graduates are Grace Daniel Gladys Harrison Leon Jennings and Mary Ella Sheffield. They are now qualified to teach the course to other drivers locally.
Three poachers in Calhoun County were fined 1860 dollars in Justice Court for possessing 30 live alligators. Texas Parks and Wildlife officers noted sizes ranged from babies to nine feet and released the animals back into the marsh after securing them.
The guidance explains filing Form 1040X to correct errors and claim missing deductions, with a separate refund for the additional amount. It notes keeping extra estimated tax vouchers and worksheets for future payments. Refunds may take up to 10 weeks after filing, longer during peak periods, with a delay letter if needed.
Nu Upsilon chapter of Beta Sigma Phi met May 12 at Mrs. Leon Crum's home with 11 members present. Guest speaker Jack Evans gave an informative talk on Art. Imogene Nelson was chosen as nominee for Outstanding Woman of the Year.
Members of Alpha Delta Kappa Teachers Sorority will gather at 7 30 p m Wednesday May 21 at Mrs Dean Duffle's home. Program leaders are Mrs Irene McGowan and Mrs Dixie Collier. The program features selections from our literary heritage with cohostess Mrs Frankie Brittain and Mrs Duffle presiding.
Miss Arnell Chambless bride elect of Charlie Cason was honored at a miscellaneous bridal shower held Thursday at the home of Mrs. C. Z. Pope Sr. The refreshment table featured a white cutwork cloth and yellow and white carnations. Hosts were a group of neighbors and friends. The couple plans to marry June 6 in Dallas.
Roger Ratliff, local attorney, spoke to the Rho Upsilon chapter of Beta Sigma Phi in the Silsbee State Bank meeting room. Mrs. Tommy Dean presided, and the program "The Truth" was presented by officers. Founders Day honored Girl of the Year Mrs. Tommy Dean. The chapter voted to donate to the Richard Curl Fund. next meeting will be May 26 in the bank.
The Easter Seal Society for Crippled Children and adults of Hardin County will hold a regular business meeting at the County Court House in Kountze Thursday May 15 at 7 30 p m. Parade chairman Keith Gary asks all board members and section leaders to attend for the final report of the drive.
Silsbee social page notes Mr. and Mrs. Weldon E Richardson return to Pecos after an eight day visit with Mrs Mary Richardson and local families. Mrs Victory funeral held in Houston with relatives from McNeil and Richardson households attending. Visitors include Larry Forney family from Liberty and Jerald Peveto from Orange. Edwin Read of Fort Ord arrives for 15 day leave before deployment to Viet Nam.
A bank report of condition sworn May 9 1969 lists totals for deposits reserves and capital. It shows total deposits around 10.89 million and reserves on loans of 58 451 51 with equity capital 768 511 27. Directors attest the report as true and Polly Bell acts as notary.
City Manager Ronald Hickerson announced at the Tuesday council meeting that Alton V. Les of Silsbee is appointed death inspector, replacing J. W. Kirkendall of Spurger. The change, effective May 15, was made because Kirkendall’s out-of-town residence created hardship.
Warning signs of kidney trouble include getting up at night burning frequent and scanty flow and discomfort in the back. A suggested remedy called BUKETS is promoted with a regimen of three tabs daily for four days to regulate passage and ease pain. Readiness at Hardin Drug is noted.
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