Amasa Turner and the Velasco Crisis of 1836
A historical note recounts Amasa Turner’s role as a double agent during Velasco’s 1836 turmoil under Texas President David Burnet. The piece contrasts Velasco’s instability with Surfside Beach today, and credits Turner for helping Burnet avert a militant takeover as Santa Anna’s fate shifted toward negotiation.
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Galveston
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Four athletes hit with theft charge
Four athletes face theft charges amid ongoing investigations at local schools. Authorities cited missing property and security footage as key evidence, with school officials cooperating to review disciplinary actions and possible suspensions pending outcomes.
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Thanking Ronnie Hotchkiss for education grant to Goose Creek CISD
A teacher writes to express gratitude for a grant given at the Goose Creek CISD Education Foundation Annual Appreciation Gala at Sylvan Beach Pavilion. The writer plans to buy Frog Street Big Books and eStories to teach bilingual pre K students, integrating math literacy and technology. The letter recalls April 6 when the grant was showcased and adopted, expresses appreciation, and wishes blessings on Ronnie and Hotchkiss Disposal.
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Readers Invited to Send Letters to Bay Town Sun
Readers may submit letters to sunnews baytownsun.com or online at baytownsun.com. Include a phone number for verification. Letters are subject to editing.
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The Good Wife's Guide Recalled by a 1950s Bride
In 1950s married life a young bride recalls The Good Wife's Guide with plans for dinner, a tidy home, soothing fires, and listening to his day. She notes imperfectly reaching its lofty aims while parenting and college studies shape her view. The piece ends with her intent to save the guide for her future daughter in law.
Today in History April 27 highlights major 18th to 21st events
Key events on this date include Samuel Morse born in 1791, Ulysses S. Grant born in 1822, the Sultana explosion in 1865, the 1925 publication of Yes Sir Thats My Baby, Grays resignation in 1973, Hinckley trial in 1982, 2006 Freedom Tower construction, Obamas Hawaii birth certificate controversy, and Loretta Lynch becoming attorney general in 2015. thought for today quotes Dale Carnegie.
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