11 Dec 1965
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Newspaper
Waco News Citizen
Location
Waco, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1965
Page
1
A short tale from Julia Shirley Pe about a Black Forest charcoal burner named Hermann. On Christmas Eve he hears a faint moan in the snow near his hut and a legend grows from the chrysanthemum whose name echoes Christ child.
Roy Bertrand urges the President to curb hog and pork costs amid reports that bacon could top a dollar per pound as LBJ acts on aluminum prices. The piece also notes a Houston Sunday sales law stance and includes a long local feature about military disconnects and Christmas folklore.
A new Mystery Shopper clue suggests it would pay to audit every person who works for you. The tip emphasizes thorough oversight and accountability within staffing practices.
Karem Shrine Temple plans its annual underprivileged children’s shoe party at 4 00 p m on Wednesday December 15 in the Karem ballroom. Gifts of shoes funded by the Salvation Army drive will be wrapped by the Daughters of the Nile. Bill R Baggett will act as Santa Claus with music candy and refreshments.
City discussions focus on police manpower and potential changes in leadership with Chief Gunterman nearing retirement. Reports cite friction with Attorney Duty and calls for reform, while new applicants face vetting and the April council election approaches.
The Salvation Army consolidates the Christmas Bureau in Waco to avoid duplication. Milie Westbrook says 674 names approved and the goal is 1000 before December 17. Adoption of families begins with agencies, kettles fund remaining needs, groceries vouchers later. Public appeal for more donations notes a $6000 shortfall.
Milwaukee firm A S Smith Corp conducts study in Bellmead to gauge locating a seven million dollar bomb fabrication plant with U S Army contract. Officials work from Waco Savings and Loan in Bellmont as Melvin Frase and Marty Provence discuss potential site and timing for an official announcement.
Sergeant Walter J. Patton ends twenty years of active Air Force service. He served overseas in Germany during conflicts and earned medals including Good Conduct and Victory. He plans to join the reserve for retirement and noted certificates mark his career.
A Baylor coed and Centralexas leaders head to Chicago for the American Farm Bureau Federation annual meeting starting Sunday Dec 12. Miss Cherri Lee Norman Baylor freshman and Texas Farm Queens winner joins the delegation along with Farm Hallas queens and is listed on the convention program. Her parents Mr and Mrs A L Norman of Tahoms will also travel.
A student body at a Waco university elected a new president and officers amid shifts in several roles. The announcements listed the president and other officers, with notes on campus associations and campus activities.
Col Homer Garrison, Director of the Texas Department of Public Safety, projects about 11 traffic deaths during the 10 day Christmas to New Year period. The estimate also counts 43 homicides and personal crisis reports and 42 other accident deaths for a total violent toll near 19 percent. He urges drivers to observe traffic laws to reduce the toll.
Baylor University will induct two notable figures into its Hall of Fame during a ceremony honoring contributions to the athletic program. Mistock, a Baylor grid and track star from 1919 to 1981, and Jennings, the head coach and ethical director, will receive plaques. The banquet includes football team members, coaches, and officials organized with the Baylor Chamber of Commerce and the Baylor Alumni Association.
Jones and Williams Construction Co. of Waco won a 1,129,265 dollar contract for a natural science building at Baylor. Groundbreaking during Homecoming on October 29, the Sid W Richardson Science Building will start January 1 and finish by July 1, 1947, matching the Marrs McLean Science Building across the mall.
The Texas Highway Commission approved a 14 mile Elm Mott segment of Interstate 35 in McLennan County from Farm to Market Road 2417 north to 1.2 miles south of Elm Mott. The project covers grading structures and surfacing with an estimated cost of 1.4 million financed in the 106-1968 Interstate Construction and Right of Way Program.
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