Editorial note on form without power cited from Timothy
A brief reflection quotes the phrase having a form of godliness but denying the power thereof from Timothy 3 5 and urges discernment of hollow piety and sincerity in faith.
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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1950
Page
4
A brief reflection quotes the phrase having a form of godliness but denying the power thereof from Timothy 3 5 and urges discernment of hollow piety and sincerity in faith.
In Houston newspapers Baytown and East Harris County supporters hedge on Paul Maynard's public stance in the August 26 county judge runoff between Mayor Sam Hoover of Pasadena and State Rep Bob Casey. Maynard Risks political backlash for not endorsing, as supporters urge frank clarity amid past criticism of unclear positions. Idaho races dominate later lines, with Taylor facing Clark and White, and questions about Democratic loyalty after his 1948 switch.
Sun Slants by Fred Hartman chronicles Baytown’s mayoral intrigue and a week of race bragging led by Ric Pruett as he drove a fast speed boat. The column also references Vito Marcantonio’s political foes and Harry Bridges’ jail news while weaving in weather chatter and a control of weather joke.
A reflective column urges readers to escape constant pessimism and trench warfare mindset. It cites a Nashua Cavalier note in Good Business about people behaving like a tiny percentile of hopeful doers, warns against complacency, and calls for learning from past errors to build a stronger democracy. It warns of dire consequences if individuals ignore responsibility and emphasizes preparedness, vigilance, and active citizenship.
A fragment from the March 3 1879 issue notes a local event in Baptown with unclear details. The readable text hints at a community notice or noticeable activity but lacks explicit actions, dates, or participants for a fuller summary.
Henry McLemore recalls following B T Galop Tips, a famed Danish handicapper, at Copenhagen’s forest track. He describes language barriers, bold wagers, and the orderly, swift races, noting seven straight winners and his comic immersion in local riding culture.
Washington reports joint chiefs expect a possible Chinese Communist invasion of Formosa by September 15 backed by a large air fleet and naval forces. U S planning includes Seventh Fleet reinforcement and MacArthur’s mission to Formosa while aid to Nationalists expands with lifted arms export bans. Discussions on India wheat aid surface amid Cold War tensions and diplomatic friction.
Earl Wilson recalls a 1960s vibe about living alone, citing Betty Hutton and Eva Gabor as examples. He relays anecdotes from dinners and interviews noting loneliness, marriage, and the idea that independence can be both freeing and challenging. The piece blends humor with pop culture and a self-deprecating tone.
A mixed bag of trivia prompts asks about insurance annuities and the Grand Old Man, epic opening lines, theater slang, and casting in The Barretts of Wimpole Street, followed by a jumble of birth dates, literary figures, poetry, and a rough snapshot of 19th to 20th century names and curios.
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