Terror group links seen after Sharm el Sheik bombings
The Odessa American reports on reactions to the Sharm el Sheik attacks, noting possible home grown Egyptian groups and six missing Pakistanis. experts warn of decentralized networks, increased death by own action bombings, and potential targets in allied nations as the fight against al Qaida intensifies.
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Baytown Sun Editorial Board Meets Weekly at 2 PM
The Baytown Sun invites community members to visit the editorial board for issue discussion. Appointments are with Managing Editor David Bloom at 281-422-8302. Board members include Wanda Garner Cash, Jim Finley, and Jane Howard Lee.
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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 Submissions must be original, signed, include writer’s address and phone not for publication, and may be edited. Send to Wanda Garner Cash of David Bloom at P O Box 90 Baytown 77522 or fax 281 427 1880 or email sunnewe baytownsun com.
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Cookie-cutter press criticism and liberal bias claims
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette columnist Gene Lyons argues that US newsrooms have become decayed and self-protective under a star system, citing figures like Judith Miller and critics from MRC. He contends GOP media dominance plus biased coverage distortions, while press ethics erode in pursuit of fame and money. Lyons notes perceived liberal labeling and urges scrutiny of sources and motives.
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Today in History Aug 5 highlights from 1864 to 2005
On August 5th historical milestones include Farragut at Mobile Bay in 1864 shouting Damn the torpedoes full speed ahead, the Statue of Liberty cornerstone laid in 1884, first electric traffic lights in 1914, Little Orphan Annie debut in 1924, Panmunjom prisoner exchange in 1953, American Bandstand debut in 1957, Monroe death in 1962, nuclear test ban treaty signed in 1963, Hurricane Allen in 1980, Burton death in 1984, Hanoi visit by Warren Christopher in 1994, Clinton veto in 1998, ferry wreck manslaughter case in 2004.
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Baytown Sringboard of Local Landmarks Recalled Online
Baytown forum memories revive a list of old Baytown spots including The Green Apple house near state streets, Broom’s Barber Shop on Minnesota, Baytown Junior High’s original campus, Brunson Theater, a Texas Avenue music shop, Roseland Park pool once famed for a high dive, the Varsity Restaurant on Alexander Drive, Decker Drive‑In relics, local fruit stands, and the Mosquito Truck. Responses seek street location for Green Apple while noting changes to Roseland pool and storefronts through the years.
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Today in Sun History 1950 1975 1990 2000 2002 recap
In 1950 Hurt's Grocery was burglarized for a fifth time stealing 25 cartons of cigarettes and two boxes of .22 caliber rifle cartridges. In 1975 Mont Belvieu Mayor Sam Goss announced a 5 cent tax cut in the next year’s budget. In 1990 the city’s budget plan included a one cent tax hike. In 2000 Robert E Lee and Ross S Sterling high schools prepared for the first day of school amid rumors of delays. phase one of projects should finish early in the year with renovations due by end of 2002. In 2002 Baytown shoppers joined the fourth annual Sales Tax Holiday, though some San Jacinto Mall retailers reported weaker sales.
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