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Newspaper
Silsbee Bee
Location
Silsbee, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1954
Page
1
Voters nationwide head to the polls to choose governors mayors senators and representatives with Silsbee Hardin County expected to back second Democratic primary nominees and vote on 11 constitutional amendments. Polls open 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Silsbee with Lester Self as election judge.
Silsbee High School outlines Thursday events starting at 6 30 pm with a pajama topped snake dance led by the band. The parade gathers at 6 pm from First Baptist Church, moves through town to the school, and classes marching behind their cheerleaders and maids. Seniors lead, followed by juniors sophomores and freshmen. all wear pajama tops and blue jeans. Each class chooses a Miss Flame candidate based on snake dance participation, winner lighting the bonfire as pep rally begins at 6 pm.
Troop 34 and families will share a covered dish supper Saturday night at Camp Ike Daniel. Scoutmaster Charlie Allen says supper starts at 6 30 p m followed by a program and the presentation of several merit badges.
Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Martin of Huntsville were visitors in Silsbee during the weekend, staying for a short trip and returning home afterward.
Mr. and Mrs. Clarence Oliver announce the engagement of Betty Jo Oliver to Sam Herbert Smith of Beaumont. The wedding is set for Thursday night December 30 at 8 in the First Baptist Church with Rev. R. E. Barclay officiating. Betty Jo is a Silsbee High School graduate and bank employee. Sam is a Beaumont High School graduate and former Air Force member now with Sun Oil in Beaumont.
Mayor H. M. Dusty Jones says the city council meeting originally set for Tuesday night November 2 is postponed to Tuesday November 9 due to the general election. The delay shifts the agenda and voting date accordingly.
L A Rainey water superintendent for the City of Silsbee returned October 22 from El Paso where he attended the Southwest Section American Water Works Association convention held October 17 to 20. Accompanying him were L V Coldslaw and Wyatt E Hall of Port Arthur.
Hardin county arrests totaled 24 in the past week per Deputy Dave Rountree. Cattle theft charges against Bailey Sheffield and Wilfred Victor, 23, arose from a cow killed while they were squirrel hunting near Port Neches. Victor alleged the men skinned and disposed of meat. both released on bond after waivers. An attempted hijacking of a truck near Sara toga and Kountze left the driver under gunpoint but unharmed. County Sheriff William Whitaker said investigations continue and hunters face close surveillance for livestock depredations.
Adrian Harrell of Houston spent Sunday with Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Thornal, sharing time and conversation in their home.
Simmons Radio and Appliance unveils a 6500 square foot brick store at 460 N Fifth with Terrazo floors Solex glass and 20 ton cooling and 4000 BTU heating. The facility includes 5000 square feet of service shop and warehouse and a large full service department. The owner notes plans for a second floor and highlights the companys regional expansion plus its local air service from a private 64 acre airport north of Silsbee.
Silsbee mayor H. M. Jones returns from the League of Texas Municipalities convention in Fort Worth with an upbeat report. He notes over 1200 representatives and sessions addressing common city governance problems. J L Bullard of Kerrville is elected league president. Brownsville will host next year.
Members of the Friendship Baptist Church of Silsbee invite all members and friends to a dinner on the church grounds Sunday October 31 as the new building nears completion. The church thanks Mr and Mrs Bill Taylor and Mr and Mrs F C Spivey for loaned facilities and lists new church officers and a trained union director and staff.
Mayor H M Jones proclaims November 5 and 6 as Buddy Poppy days urging citizens to support the American Legion Auxiliary efforts. The notice lauds the poppy as a memorial symbol from Flanders Field and commends veterans hospital efforts. Also notes Mr and Mrs C B Davenport returning from a two week vacation across Pennsylvania New Jersey and Iowa.
Hardin Colley Commissioners' Court orders condemnation proceedings against EA Swearingen near Thicket to obtain 20 100 acres for right of way on farm to market road 1293. County offered 350 including pecan trees and moving a garage, Swearingen asked 1000. estimate values at 5000 per acre. Also approved purchase of tractor, motor grader for Precinct 1 and tentatively a 40 by 84 foot metal building for Precinct 4.
Homecoming ceremonies at Silsbee High Friday at 1 p.m. will be led by former principal and now American General Life district manager Or H Pitman. Ex-teachers will be honored. Dorothy Hutto will be crowned Queen at halftime of the Friday night football game with Nederland.
Silsbee faces a sidelined Milton McKinney due to a twisted ankle as they host Nederland in a homecoming tilt. Larry Hargrove will start at the manunder spot with Buzz McDonald backing him, while Nederland carries a perfect season mark and a win over Port Neches into the showdown.
Four unidentified high school boys set off a gasoline fueled bonfire near Silsbee High Wednesday night causing a loud blast that shook homes. Firefighters arrived but could not extinguish the flames. no injuries were reported and students planned a bigger display for the next night.
The Woodcrest Methodist Church near Silsbee will hold its formal opening service this Sunday at 11 o clock. Rev. Thomas Dillard will lead with assistance from Dr. Monroe Vivian district superintendent A W Schlessinger and Rev Leon Unger former Voth pastor now at Deweyville. Other recognized leaders will be honored for their contributions to the church building. The public is invited to attend the service.
Mrs Nora McBroom and Mrs Lillian Miner of Fort Bragg California joined Mr and Mrs Clyde McBroom of Eureka for a two week visit at the home of Mr and Mrs Albert McBroom. They left Tuesday morning after the stay.
A 14 year old Silsbee high student suffered serious head injuries Tuesday noon after stepping from a moving pickup. He landed on his feet then fell and struck his head. He was taken to Beaumont for observation and is resting well with no serious complications.
Silsbee Lions Club hosts a public barbecue from 5 to 8 p.m. on Saturday November 6 at the Junior High cafeteria. Proceeds fund the social welfare fund aiding needy school children with eye glasses and other assistance. Beef donated, Lions barbecuing, meals served by Lions, tickets sold by club members or at the cafeteria during service.
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