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Newspaper
Silsbee Bee
Location
Silsbee, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1960
Page
7
As Texans head to the polls on November 8 they face four proposed changes to the Texas Constitution. The article outlines Amendment One to authorize creation of special hospital districts in Lamar and Hidalgo Counties and nearby areas, with explanations of each amendment’s effect on local governance and funding.
Miss Patricia Hare was honored with a miscellaneous bridal shower September 14 at the home of Mrs. Arthur Ferguson with Mrs. Clarence Langwin as cohostess. Refreshments were served to 31 guests. the centerpiece featured red roses. Miss Hare, bride elect of Jay Wingfield, is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. N. Hare.
Mrs Patrick H Trahan formerly Gloria Harvill was honored at a Tuesday bridal shower hosted at the home of Miss Ronnie Cones and other hostesses. Guests enjoyed 7 to 9 pm calling hours with a lace cloth table centerpiece featuring red roses in a crystal bowl and white bride and groom accents.
The Silsbee Garden Club gathered at Mrs. I. F. Eldredge's home for a covered dish luncheon and business session. Twenty members and guest Mrs. Erich Krumm attended. the revised constitution was read, year programs outlined, and several resignations and new memberships announced.
Scott Skinner son of Mr and Mrs James Skinner was honored with a party at his parents home Saturday marking his fifth birthday. Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck themes decorated the event attended by 48 guests including his cousin Mike Bradberry who has just returned from Germany with his parents.
The commission discusses Amendment Two permitting up to 3 percent interest on Veterans Land Fund bonds to improve salability, Amendment Three proposing a $4,800 annual legislative salary with per diem, and travel allowances, plus session limits. Amendment One concerns creation of hospital districts via local elections and voter authority.
The menus list meals at local schools for September 26 to 30. Monday features porcupine balls and green beans. Tuesday baked ham. Wednesday glazed barbecue meat loaf. Thursday cold cuts. Friday macaroni and cheese. Each day includes bread and milk.
The Leslie Watson WMU circle of First Baptist Church met September 19 in Kountze at Mrs. William Whitaker’s home with 13 members and seven visitors. After barbecue, Mrs Ray Collins installed officers for the year including Margaret Wade as chairman Tom Slingle tary as co chairman Elizabeth Hardy as secretary and treasurer. The group toured the jail and courthouse after the meeting.
Sinclair announces expansion including a booster installation, processing equipment changes, and additional field gathering lines. A gathering system and booster station were completed in the project.
The Silsbee Trail Riders met Sept. 9 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Roy with 18 members present. The next meeting is set for Sept. 26 at the rodeo arena, with postponement if rain disrupts plans.
Theuvenins Creek field in Ty ler county lays ten miles of six inch pipe to hook up the Boaster and plant for 3,000,000 cubic feet daily of low pressure oil well gas. W B Maier reports revamping compressors and piping to handle more gas from North Silsbee field and connect Hampton and McGill fields in Hardin county. Residue gas will be delivered to Houston Natural Gas Company and marketed by Sinclair.
Best Maid Drive In at Kirby Ave and Highway 92 plans its grand opening this Saturday September 24. Owners Mr and Mrs Everett Reeves announced the event this week.
Mr and Mrs Reeves own Best Maid for two years and moved from the old downtown corner at 4th and Highway 96 opposite Farmer Funeral Home to a new drive in site. The facility includes a drive in window for takeout, a canopy patio with dining tables, a parking area, and a serviced speaker system.
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