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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 2005
Page
4
The Sun recalls the 60th anniversary of the Nagasaki atomic event and the three day earlier Hiroshima detonation. It asserts the bombings ended World War II, saved many American lives, and blames aggressors for civilian casualties, framing America as not the aggressor.
Fred Hartman argues in August 14 1945 letter that the United States alone has the knowledge to build the atom bomb and should guard it to deter militarists. He contends the bomb strengthens diplomacy, national security, and influence, asserting that force may be required for permanent peace.
The Baytown Sun editorial board holds weekly meetings at 2 p.m. on Wednesdays and invites community members to visit. To arrange a visit contact Managing Editor David Bloom at 281-422-8302. Board members include Wanda Garner Cash, David Bloom, Jim Finley, and Jane Howard Lee.
The Baytown Sun accepts letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words on public interest topics. Submissions must be original, signed, include a non publishing address and phone, and may be edited or refused. Send to Wanda Garner Cash of David Bloom, Baytown Sun, P O Box 90, Baytown 77522 or fax 281 427 1880 or email sunnews baytownsun com.
Texas Congressman Ron Paul criticizes both parties for failing to curb illegal immigration and welfare subsidies. He argues for ending welfare to illegals, tighter border control, English as the official language, and skepticism toward amnesty and national IDs, urging radical reform before 2008. Paul represents Texas's 14th District and serves on key committees.
The Sun invites readers to join Baytown Talk forums and share opinions on current topics. Readers can visit www.baytownsun.com to view posts and submit their own comments.
On August 9 events include Nagasaki atomic bombing three days after Hiroshima killing about 74000, the Columbia ship’s first circumnavigation, Thoreau’s Walden publication, Edward VII coronation, Betty Boop debut, Tate murder case verdicts, Nixon resignation, Jerry Garcia death, and Terry Nichols sentencing with forgiveness request.
A 1950 incident saw trash burners trigger fires risking about 50000 dollars in property. In 1975 residents petitioned to restore a traffic light at Defoe and Gaillard streets. In 2000 ExxonMobil officials briefed Mayor Alfaro and council on flaring at the Baytown Olefins Plant. In 2003 Living Hope Church at Barkaloo Drive and Crosby Cedar Bayou Road near the Baytown Airport burned down.
Sam Powers of Baytown recounts a home invasion in which a robber forced him to withdraw 10000 from a bank and warned of harm to his wife. He gave 5000 cash after the intruder demanded, later adding security upgrades and reflecting on cooperation over confrontation. The piece frames fears and calls for vigilance.
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