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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 10, 1969
Page
4
Editorial reviews Adolf Berles defense of lofty ideals beyond current achievement. He argues nations must pursue unreachable goals, noting history marks society striving upward and warns youths not to discard wisdom. He contends reformers often lack historical perspective and temper.
The essay discusses the U S military footprint overseas shrinking from 2 600 bases to 2 210 while noting new bomber bases at home rising to 50. It argues, with Vietnam as context, that half a million U S troops and 33 million dollars daily cannot guarantee peace in a country as small as Illinois.
The United States has improved weapons and rapid global delivery, reducing the need for overseas bases. After Vietnam, overseas installations faced protests and closures. De Gaulle pressured France to close 52 major and 174 minor bases in 1966, Germany has handed over many, Britain is phasing out, and Japan is restructuring 69 sites. President Nixon ordered a 10 percent cut with possible 50 percent future reductions. Vietnam was costly but should save money long term.
Barbs critique workplace accuracy and old jokes about bathing and LSD as pounds shillings and pence. The quips reflect a playful column vibe attributed to Phil Pastoret. The remarks include a jab about skeptics, shower soap dishes, a blooming interest in girls, and a nostalgic LSD acronym from the past.
The document lists staff roles at the Che Baytoun Sun including editor and publisher, general manager, business manager, assistant to the publisher, office manager, managing editor, associate managing editor, and advertising department. It names Fred Hartman Bill Hartman John Wadley Paul Putman Ann B. Pritchett and notes editor and publisher positions.
The world has about 455 known active volcanoes with an estimated eight more submarine, Indonesia hosts the greatest concentration. The five good emperors were Nerva Trajan Hadrian Antonius Pius and Marcus Aurelius who ruled from AD 96 to 180. Earthshine appears on clear nights near the new moon as sunlight reflected from Earth illuminates the Moon’s dark side.
President Nixon secured a 51 to 49 Senate victory amid debate over the Safeguard anti ballistic missile system. Senator Margaret Chase Smith offered an amendment to halt further Safeguard work while allowing ABM research. The tied vote left administration supporters wary as memo reflects on the political and strategic stakes and a later note recalls Smithsonian Institute creation in 1846.
Washington columnist reveals confidential notes from Nixon’s briefing to Congressional leaders on his Asia policy. He states the aim to exit Vietnam but stay in Asia, warns against precipitous pullout, and notes a calibrated troop replacement plan and continued material support over manpower. Nixon cites China policy, Romania and Pakistan sources, and reports broad Eastern European goodwill with Apollo moon landing boosting sentiment. Mansfield commends the policy shift.
The verse declares the Lord as strength and song, salvation, and the God of Israel. It expresses a commitment to prepare a habitation for God and to exalt Him as Father’s God.
A reader asks about tooth transplants as a way to avoid dentures. The article reviews historic and experimental transplant methods, noting early English and American attempts with donor teeth, infection risks, and modern focus on denture replacement. It highlights two main transplant types and cautions about root absorption and complications, urging readers to preserve their natural teeth whenever possible.
Bridge tips discuss a misdefense in a 3NT contract. South holds 17 HCP plus two tens and nine and sees dummy’s queen of spades. By leading clubs from dummy and playing the eight, South would force East to win earlier and block West’s spade attacks, preserving the contract.
In the given auction you hold A K T G A V Q A S C A K I N L with spades as trumps. With partner jumping to three spades you should not pass. Consider a competitive overcall or explore game prospects depending on partner’s strength and suit distribution.
Vocabulary boosters and crossword style clues present a set of NEA themed puzzles. Across and down entries cover utensils meats drinks ships gods and forests with hints for answers like curry spoon pot and herbs while also listing various common word meanings and wordplay challenges.
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