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Newspaper
Silsbee Bee
Location
Silsbee, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1974
Page
2
Publication notice lists secondary class postage and mailing details for Silsbee Texas area readers. It notes distribution cadence weekly, address 410 Highway 96 in Silsbee and subscription rates for Hardin Jasper Tyler Jefferson counties and other counties.
Rev J P Owens a Sabine Neches area missionary will speak at the ground breaking for the First Baptist Church education wing on Highway 96 South. The wing costing about 300000 will hold nursery to sixth grade classrooms two adult groups a recreation room and offices with parking and a playground. Completion is anticipated by fall 1975 with coffee and doughnuts after the ceremony and Sunday School at 940 am, worship at 11 am. Rev R E Barclay pastors the church.
The Pears beat the Orange Stark Tigers last Friday in a stiff district test. Derek Shelton rushed for 176 yards and powered through tacklers to grind out tough yardage. The Tigers hope to rebound at Bear Stadium Friday in Beat Silsbee week with improved defense and a stronger line play.
Funeral services for Virginia Caralynne Abshire 29 of Fred were held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Farmer Funeral Chapel. Burial followed at Haker-Bell Cemetery in Fred. She died Monday at 7:30 p.m. in Tyler County Hospital after a long illness. Survivors include her husband Gilford Abshire Sr of Fred two sons Gilford Abshire Jr and Darren Thomas Abshire her parents Mr and Mrs George Hill of Fred two sisters Mrs Raymond Jones and Mrs Curtis Dees, Beaumont.
The United Methodist Women of First United Methodist Church Silsbee host a bazaar November 13 from 2 to 5 30. Co chairs are Mrs L E Martin and Mrs Evelyn Allen. Booths feature arts crafts plants baked goods toys cards and Christmas decorations. Youth group and Redbird Mission (Beverly Ky) articles also on display. Coffee shop available. Proceeds fund church mission work at home and abroad.
Eastex Inc plans a 40 car paper shipment on a Santa Fe run from Silsbee to Kansas City Friday between 4 and 5 p.m. The largest Eastex shipment to date in East Texas, the train will send paper to various customers nationwide.
Lamar University in Beaumont offers an eight week powder puff mechanics course for women. From Nov 5 to early December classes meet Tuesdays 7 to 9 pm in Liberal Arts Building Room 115. Instructor Bob Marshall will lead lectures with vehicle parts demonstration. Course fee is $20 and registration is open.
Funeral services for Wilbur Gene Gibson 26 of Houston were conducted at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Farmer Funeral Home with burial in Franks Branch Cemetery. Gibson died at 2 30 a.m. Saturday from injuries from a one car accident in Houston. He was a native and resident of Houston and worked as a welder for Richmond Tank Car Co.
Mrs Sammie Stephen heads the Village Creek Estates Garden Club officers at a dinner meeting held October 24 at Monterrey House Beaumont. New officers include Mrs Sammie Stephen president Mrs Becky Lydia president elect and others. Members donate plants to Lumberton School Halloween carnival and plan a pre Christmas plant exchange at the November 21 meeting.
Nu Upsilon Sorority of Bet. Sigma Phi met at Hardin County Savings and Loan. President Mrs. Robert Tatum read communications. Members voted to donate $60 to the Silsbee Association for Retarded Children. Discussions on a preferential tea and a make and bake social were held. Hamburger sale profits were reported and by laws discussed. A style program was presented by Mrs. Gayle Woodson.
Funeral services for Dock Virgil Trahan 92 of 1130 Barefield Silsbee were held at 10 a.m. Oct 25 in the Farm er Funeral Chapel with Rev Kenneth Thorne officiating Burial was in Resthaven Trahan died at 7 50 p.m. Oct 23 in the Silsbee Convalescent Center Survivors include his wife Sallie Trahan a son two sisters Evie Hopson and Miley Nerren both of Lutkin
Den 1 of Cub Pack 88 toured the Silsbee Bee facility and received a writing pen as they left. Mr. Darrell Shine helped fix it up for use. A show was planned for the next pack meeting and refreshments were provided by Mrs. Turk and Terry Fendley, the scribe.
Mr and Mrs Leonard Grubbs of Silsbee announce Patrick Brady born Oct 19 at St Elizabeth Beaumont. Grandparents include Mr and Mrs Martin McKinney of Silsbee and Mrs Wayne Hargrove of Grapevine. Also listed are Demond Lamont born Oct 23 to Hamilton III of Kountze and spouse, Shemeka Rachelle born Oct 27 to Arthur West Jr of Kountze, and Julie Anne born Oct 25 to Larry Whitmire of Evadale with grandparents P C Leviness of Silsbee and Allen Whitmire of Evadale.
Three young Silsbee squirrel hunters entered Genitry Lake Road woods and wandered about 13 miles before reaching Massey Lake Road after losing bearings and following a fence line. Their father, D. E. Hanks, said Danny Dale Hanks aged 15, Sammy Dean Hanks aged 13, and David Lott aged 13 telephoned home after 8 p.m. Oct 27. Earlier, Jerry Spears and his wife went hunting near Old Maid Hill. they separated and were found by a friend near Old Maid Road about 9:45 p.m.
Funeral services for Emmett Richard Sanford 73 of Silsbee will be at 10 a.m. today at Farmer Funeral Home with Rev. Ervin Gould officiating. Burial will be in Little Flock Cemetery. Survivors include five sons six daughters mother two brothers two sisters thirty eight grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.
The First National Bank of Silsbee joins Southeast Texas MS Chapter in Buck MS with a Buck. Dee Gore serves as bank representative. funds go to the SET Chapter from donations mailed in envelopes. Chapter HQ is 212 Goodhue Building in Beaumont. inquiries about patients can contact the chapter.
A department letter notes that new Municipal Solid Waste Regulations approved September 8 1974 will replace prior rules October 16 1974. Permits will replace approvals and hearings will be required before permit issuance. Public hearings may affect existing site approvals and procedures are being finalized.
A Federal Energy Administration guide titled Tips for the Motorist outlines 30 ways to gain better gasoline mileage. Delbert M. Fowler says the booklet promotes energy wise driving and vehicle upkeep to help meet President Ford’s oil conservation goal. The pocket sized brochure covers driving techniques car care trip planning and buying considerations and is available free by mail from the Public Information Office in Dallas Texas.
The Single Adults Beaumont group will meet at Trinity United Methodist Church at Harrison and Longfellow on Tuesday, November 5, from 7 to 11 p.m. Music by the Bluetones. A covered dish dinner will be served. Call 385-2149 for more information.
War Game Chess originated in India in the seventh century A D as a drill for marching armies. The game, named from chaturanga meaning four divisions, features infantry cavalry chariots elephants and a ruler and minister role. Edgar R Collins is undergoing treatment at Silsbee Doctors Hospital in Room 112 since October 13.
Silsbee schools present weekly lunch options with daily mains and sides. Monday features corned beef with au gratin potatoes and peas. Tuesday offers country fried steak with mashed potatoes. Wednesday serves barbecue on buns with peas. Thursday menus fish with succotash and rice. Friday presents wieners with corn grits and cheese casserole.
Farley Bowers was named Good Will Ambassador by the Silsbee Chamber of Commerce board after unanimous vote. A Richwood West Virginia native, he will retire October 31 from Temple-Eastex after 20 years nine months. He chairs United Appeals and belongs to Lions Shriners and more.
Dr. David L. Williams, Kirby Lumber Corp. manager in Silsbee, was elected to the Texas Forestry Association Board of Directors. He was introduced at the 60th Anniversary TFA Annual in Beaumont on Oct 25. He chairs the Mid-South Section of the Forest Products Research Society and serves on NFPA technical committees and the National Metric Council representing Southern Pine Inspection Bureau.
Midway Baptist Church on Farm Road 1943 ten miles east of Warren and six miles west of Fred will host a gospel singing on Saturday November 2 at 7 30 p.m. Sam Read serves as the singing’s chairman.
The James B. Perkins family thanks friends for food flowers prayers and sympathy after the death of their husband father son and brother. They especially acknowledge Dr. Copeland and Rev. Barclay for dedication.
Letters of Administration were issued September 28 1974 in Hardin County Texas Cause 3746 to Donald Harvill. Successor Administrator resides Center Shelby County Texas. Claims must be presented per law by filing with Earl B Stover Attorney at Law P C Box 1658 Silsbee TX 77656 dated October 23 1974.
Arrests followed a vehicle stop at Avenue N and US 96 in Silsbee at 12 42 a m on Oct 24. Police recovered burglars tools blank checks and other items. Each man faced two burglary charges and one felony theft charge in Chambers County with bonds set at 32000, and were arraigned by Justice of the Peace Ray Martin.
Silsbee TOPS Club met Tuesday at Hardin County Savings and Loan with 15 members weighing in for a 13 percent total loss. Joyce Parr won the fruit basket and Estelle Lawson was welcomed as a new member. Wanda Miller reported weekly meetings at 6 30 p.m. at the savings loan.
A bank reports its condition with figures for reserves on loans and securities totals and capital accounts. The document lists averages for deposits and loans over specific periods, signatures from the cashier and directors, and a notary declaration dated October 25, 1974 in Hardings County Texas.
The Lighthouse Singers of the New Covenant Assembly of God Church will present a concert at Good Shepherd Baptist Church from October 127 through November 17. Rev. Charles Willis is pastor of the church.
The Trahan family expresses deep gratitude for the care received during illness and death of D V Trahan. They thank Silsbee Doctors Hospital nurses and sitters, Silsbee Convalescent Center staff, Dr George Tennison and Dr Doug Tennison, the First Christian Church minister Kenneth Thorne, the church’s food and flowers, and all friends and neighbors.
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