Purple Heart anniversary honors sacrifice and service
Today marks 233 years since the Purple Heart was established by George Washington as a tribute to bravery and sacrifice in combat. The article recounts its origins as the Badge of Military Merit, its revival in 1932, and the millions of medals awarded through wars from Civil War to the global war on terrorism, urging recognition for veterans and the driver of the Purple Heart on license plates.
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George Washington
America
Washington
Douglas MacArthur
Iraq
Afghanistan
United States
Lawmakers contact list for Texas officials
A compiled contact listing for Governor Abbott United States Senators Gorayn Gruz and Representatives Rabin and Smith plus Texas Senate and House offices. Includes street mail and phone numbers for Austin Houston Baytown and Washington offices.
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U.S
House of Representatives
Brian Rabin
Texas
Cannon House
Washington, D.C
Texas Senate
Sylvia Garsia
P.O
Capitol Station
Austin
Polk Street
Suite
Houston
Texas House of Representatives
Wayne Smith
Baytown
P.O. Box
Decker Drive
Trump comments sparks media backlash in Sun Viewpoint
Letter defends Donald Trump against alleged DMN distortions regarding his remarks on illegal immigration and Senator McCain. Praises Trump’s candor and criticizes media bias while supporting his continued presidential bid and opposition to Obama policies.
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Dallas Morning News
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Trump
Sun
Sen
McCain
Obama
America
Passion and debate in a civility stained era
Bert Marshall writes as a Baytown publisher reflecting on how fierce passion fuels modern debates from animal rights to flags and onions. He contrasts civil discourse with rabid activists, admits his own role in stoking discussions, and urges restraint among friends while highlighting personal anecdotes and local ties.
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Moses
Jared Eikhoff
Jared
Dr. Jekyll
Mr. Hyde
Africa
Vidalia
History headlines August 14 highlights and events
August 14 marks surrender of Imperial Japan in 1945 ending World War II. Key events include the 1935 Social Security Act signing by FDR, 1969 British intervention in Northern Ireland, 1973 Cambodia bombing halt, 1975 Rocky Horror premiere in London, and 1980 Lenin Shipyard strike leading to Solidarity. Candlestick Park farewell concert by Paul McCartney noted. Thought by James Thurber.
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U.S
Cambodia
Tim Curry
Susan Sarandon
Barry Bostwick
London
Lenin
Gdansk
Poland
Solidarity Labor Movement
San Francisco
Candlestick Park
Paul McCartney
James Thurber
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Jay Eshbac
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