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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1950
Page
4
A concise editorial line reflects on Galatians 1 12. It notes that truth comes by divine revelation rather than human teaching, underscoring the speaker's claim of direct apostolic authority and message origin. The tone remains devotional and doctrinal.
The piece surveys shifts in presidential standing after death or in history, noting FDRs enduring esteem since 1945 and the varied posthumous reputations of Hoover Coolidge and Theodore Roosevelt among experts. It also includes a humorous aside about flying saucers and a Kansas wife defending her husband.
Dr Robert T Lustig joins 203 scientists sent by the US Commerce Department to Germany to study technical developments. He posits that broadcasting waves of good will acts like a receiving station, influencing others. hatred begets more hatred whereas love and understanding could deter use of atomic weapons. He urges individuals to reform themselves to spread peace.
The Man of the house notes a thunderous night at breakfast. The wife laments not waking, claiming storms disrupt her sleep. A husband mocks sympathy for strangers, while she compares it to cheering a stranger sliding into second base at a ball game.
A brief item notes the publication of She Baptown Fun by the unnamed company at Beatie with a stated amount of four dollars.
Baytown columnist Fred Hartman describes his non resident Press Club of Houston membership and attending the Emerald Room gridiron dinner. He praises Houston’s rise driven by oil and salt water tides, notes Red Munger night tribute, and extols Houston’s no bunt philosophy.
The essay argues life is a vast business led by the consumer of LIVING Inc. and that age should not pin one's ability to enjoy life. It reflects on middle age, personal ambitions, and the idea that life remains a source of pleasure, thrill, and continual activity without retirement. The author, Erich Brandeis, stresses self-directed living and ongoing engagement with vitality regardless of age.
Henry McLemore humorously details a husband’s failed London shopping trip for his wife. He recalls promising not to buy anything, then discovering gifts meant for his sisters cause comedic misreadings, as his wife acts delighted with scarves and a sweater, while he hides the truth.
Dr George W Cox Texas health officer warns Texans against cancer quacks and fake cures as the annual Cancer Crusade begins. He notes 7279 deaths last year from cancer in Texas and says only surgery x ray or radium offer real hope. Early diagnosis and competent treatment are key, while public education and awareness fight fear and fraud. Galveston unit promotes informational materials at the Home Show Pleasure Pier.
Chicago notes the tale of the Pied Piper of Hamelin reveals failure and ongoing doubt. Officials recount rising rat numbers in Hamelin and question the legend's final outcome. The write up uses the fable to reflect on unfinished plans like the Marshall Plan, urging cautious assessment of ideal endings.
Columnist Irving Hoffman reports Princess Margaret among the royal box at the Palladium for Danny Kayne’s new act opening. The Princess quips to King George VI about hearing his theme song as the orchestra plays.
Looking Backward five years recalls Miles To Berlin Essen Falls and Yanks Take Okinawa Naval Base. Ted Noble listed missing in action since March 24 over Czechoslovakia. Baytown Humble Oil officials named to grand jury panel for May term. Barbara Ann Sheffield travels to San Francisco to visit Seabees. Five years ago a major battle developing between Norwegians and Germans south of Tromsoe with German heavy forces.
Senatorial leaders from both parties push for a sweeping investigation into denazification and cartels in postwar Germany under High Commissioner McCloy and General Clay. News notes include White House caution, House and Senate actions, and related education and political stories of the era.
A multi item page fragment covering questions on wisdom from Proverbs, a French statesman nicknamed The Tiger, the Erie Canal river connection, and a bird language mystery. It also references diving rods, historical events, actors Rex Ingram and Madame Jeanne, and a birthday column with various trivia prompts.
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