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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 2008
Page
4
Clifton E and Cliff Editor Jim Finley retired as publisher while Jay Eshbach and Clements Ay join managing roles. Hales and Bengtson named editorial and community roster members, reflecting changes in leadership and staff duties.
National Views examines two congressional actions on energy. First, a February House vote aims to rescind 18 billion dollars in oil company tax breaks to fund renewable energy and cleaner technologies. Second, discussion of expanding offshore drilling to potentially lower fuel costs, framed within a broader need for a long term energy plan. Northwest Arkansas Times
The Westboro Baptist Church announces plans to picket the funeral of 18 year old Mark A. Holmes killed near Bonner Springs on March 28. Gov. Kathleen Sebelius signs a funeral picketing bill, but it won’t take effect until next week, limiting but not banning protesters. The piece criticizes the church and condemns the harsh stance toward Holmes and other soldiers.
A Baytown reader thanks volunteers who helped after collapsing at a Kroger parking lot and voices support for local citizens while criticizing an April city ordinance on boat and RV parking. The letter argues for careful reporting and calls for nuanced amendments rather than outright opposition. It notes personal property concerns, a preferred enforcement approach, and appreciation for District 6 leaders including Sammy Mahan.
A homeowner argues against a proposed ordinance banning vehicles on residential lawns, saying those unable to store boats shouldn’t own them. The writer advocates personal responsibility for vehicles, pets, and homes, suggests bank fishing as an eco-friendly alternative, and promotes beautifying Baytown.
A reader cites a Massey Tompkins Racetrack residence and notes a grandson's Bronco parked near the curb. The letter references local parking laws and up-scale subdivision standards and directs readers to see letters on page 7A for further discussion.
A compiled directory of government figures including President George W Bush Vice President Dick Cheney Senators Kay Bailey Hutchison John Cornyn and Representatives Ted Poe Ron Paul Gene Green with phone numbers fax lines and web addresses for direct outreach and correspondence.
Clifton E. Clements publisher Sandy Denson business manager Joshua Hart circulation manager Gordon Gallatin advertising director The Sun newsroom lists contact emails for staff members and states letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words with photo requirement.
Reader guidance for letters to the editor and submissions. Includes where to send signed letters to David Bloom, contact options, and policy notes. Also states delivery times and redelivery phone lines for late papers.
William Rusher recalls Charlton Heston as a generous, principled performer who blended Midwestern humility with leadership roles in film and politics. The obituary notes his Oscar for Ben Hur, NRA presidency, AFI chair, and lifelong devotion to family, country, and Shakespeare.
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