Bush rejects calls for apology over Sept. 11 attacks
The Chicago Tribune notes President Bush faced reporters asking for an apology for government failures before the Sept. 11 attacks. Bush defended his stance, arguing the responsible party is Osama bin Laden and stressing continued offense. The piece views his responses as displaying conviction, not infallibility, amid debates on wartime accountability.
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Scalia Calls for Equal Access to Speeches by Media
Justice Antonin Scalia defends reporters access after a Mississippi high school incident where a federal marshal seized recordings. He says recording for print media is no problem and urges consistent handling across broadcast and print outlets to protect constitutional rights.
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Kerry doublespeak on steel tariffs labeled political flip
The Tribune Chronicle notes John Kerry, Democratic presidential nominee contender, criticized President Bush for rescinding tariffs on imported steel in December, while stating he would not reinstate them as president. It highlights Kerry's claim to enforce dumping laws as an alternative.
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Ohio
Baytown Sun Editorial Board Meetings Open to Public
The Baytown Sun editorial board holds weekly meetings at 2 p.m on Wednesdays and invites community members to visit and discuss issues. To schedule an appointment contact Managing Editor David Bloom at 281-422-8302.
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Baytown Sun
David Bloom
Wanda Gamer Cash
Joseph Lohan
Dee Anne Navarre
Jim Finley
Sun
Jane Howard Lee
Baytown Sun invites public letters and guest columns
The Baytown Sun welcomes letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words on public interest topics. Submissions must be original, signed, include a non publishable address and phone number, and be limited to one per month. Editors may edit content and refuse publication. Send to Wanda Garner Cash or David Bloom, P O Box 90, Baytown 77522, or fax 281 427 1880 or email sunnews baytownsun.com.
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George Beverly Shea Remains A Crusade Spotlight Despite Years
A profile of George Beverly Shea detailing his 95 years, ongoing role with Billy Graham Crusades since 1949, and the 55th anniversary plans in Kansas City and Los Angeles. Anecdotes cover lobster stew allergy, a private hotel room concert, and Shea’s view on Graham’s singing. The piece reflects on Shea’s lasting vocal impact and faith-driven career.
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George Beverly Shea
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Chicago
Room Service
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Christian Herald Magazine
Old Rugged Cross
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God
Highlight of April 24 history across years
On this date several notable events occurred including the Library of Congress bill approval in 1800 and the composition of La Marseillaise in 1792. Other milestones include the end of federal occupation in New Orleans in 1877, Spain's 1898 war declaration, and the Easter Rising in 1916.
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Congress
Library of Congress
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United States
America
Cuba
Dublin
Winston Churchill
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Camp Parks
Calif
Westford
Mass
Columbia University
New York
People’s Republic of China
Baytown milestones span arrests to city traffic moves
A 1941 note credits a 15 year old junior deputy sheriff with aiding a man charged in a car theft case. In 1976 Baytown City Council approves over 20000 dollars for traffic signals. The Baytown Sun earns a Texas Crime Stoppers award in 1991 for coverage that helped capture a convenience store robber. In 2001 the police department hires a domestic violence coordinator to assist victims. In 2003 Lee College sees a mixed reaction to a tuition raise as students weigh necessity against cost.
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Baytown Sun
Texas Crime Stoppers Association
Gary Cochran
Lee College
Baytown Officials List and City Hall Contact Details
District Clerk Charles Bacarisse District Attorney Chuck Rosenthal County Judge Robert Eckers County Treasurer Jack Cato County Attorney Michael Stafford County Clerk B F Kaufman Tax Assessor Collector Paul Bettencourt County Commissioner Sylvia Garcia City Hall Baytown Texas 2401 Market St 281 422 8281 City Manager Gary Jackson Mayor Pete Alfaro Council members and district contacts listed with phone numbers Terms and meeting times noted Council meets second and fourth Thursdays at 6 30 p m at City Hall.
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Charles Bacarisse
Chuck Rosenthal
Robert Eckers
Jack Cato
Michael Stafford
B.F. Kaufman
Paul Bettencourt
Sylvia Garcia
Market St. Baytown
Texas
Gary Jackson
Pete Alfaro
Mercedes Renteria NI
Scott Sheley
Calvin Mundinger
Don Murray
Ronnie Anderson
Coleman Godwin
City Hall
Goose Creek Administration
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East
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Baytown
Barbara Sultis
Steve Fischer
Goose Creek CISD and Barbers Hill district trustee listings
A dense list of district offices and board members for Goose Creek CISD Barbers Hill ISD and related boards. It includes superintendent names contact numbers board member names and terms plus addresses and meeting times. The entries cover multiple districts with varied roles and year references.
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Billy Graham
FH. Revell
Dwight Moody
Moody
George R. Plagenz
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Harris County
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Barbers Hill
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Mont Belvieu
Tim Sonnenberg
Board of Trustees
James Allen
Lyle Malechek
George Barrera
Benny May
Philip Joines
Jeff Farrell
Jamie Harvey
S. Whiting Baytown
Martha Ellis
Board of Regents
Bill Blake
Keith Coburm
Don Coffey
Wayne Gray
Susan Moore-Fontenot
Ronald Haddox
Mark Hall
Mark Himsel
Jess D. Navarre
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!