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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1950
Page
4
A biblical exhortation urges Timothy not to be ashamed of the Lord’s testimony nor of Paul, the prisoner, urging partnership in gospel afflictions empowered by God as described in 2 Timothy 1:8.
Bob Casey's bid for county judge gains momentum as he defies underestimation through a self financed campaign. He has built extensive support after serving as a Houston district attorney staffer and as a state representative. The piece notes Baytown votes and 7500 poll taxes as a factor for turnout next Saturday.
Looking At Life column by Erich Brandeis argues the old phrase Let George Do It shifts burden from self to others and now to God. It notes many blame God for personal shortcomings while ignoring the tools given to act.
The Bdptown Sun is noted as being published by Mytowrn Sun, Inc. located at Pearce and Texas, indicating its publishing house and street intersection. The item provides publication byline and address details for the newspaper.
Sun Slants by Fred Hartman urges readers to read tomorrow's paper for a back to school edition produced by merchants schools and the paper. The column notes odd Highlands races a historic two runoff contest for Box 96 precinct committeeman and criticizes the Texas Supreme Court campaign tactics as low level and Dallas versus South Texas framing. It calls for higher minded political focus and disappointment in campaign tactics from both sides.
In a light exchange Jim confides his blues to Harry over marriage. He laments his wife nags and fusses yet defends her as one of the finest women, while Harry teases about the old joke of wives and longevity. Jim warns sharply not to discuss his wife.
A misread and garbled item notes an empty tin can found near a newly discovered crater and ties it to a fallen comet fragment. The piece involves quirky local figures and stray dog stories, with stray phrases about chickens, cats, and international confusion.
Stockholm is presented as a charming but tiring travel spot with the city’s canals, islands, and landmarks praised while a columnist complains of tourist fatigue. Ingrid Bergman’s former home and the Old People’s Home are noted, alongside reflections on mass tourism and a future look at Swedens exodus to Denmark.
Washington reports Congress moves to authorize a six year program worth 25 000 000 to start and 100 000 000 annually for jet airliner and cargo airplane development. Britain leads in jet tech, Russia shown strong progress, and US officials cite intelligence from Moscow tests. Defense advocates warn of costly race as Pentagon backs expansion.
Tra Mosher former NAM president asserts American industry is geared to meet civilian and military demands with limited government control. He stresses efficiency and resilience amid wartime production and postwar normalization.
Travelogue recounts Earl Wilson Luba seeking a Lapp in Swedish Lapland near the Arctic Circle. He and Beautiful Wife meet Finns, reindeer, and polar scenery while noting the Midnight Sun. They discuss local customs, supply lines, and a missed photograph opportunity amid a town of 22,000 with Russian warships nearby.
Quick trivia mix covers Shenandoah National Park location, a July 1 independence reference, bow rosin use, floater meaning in politics, and age of a quadragenarian. Includes birthday notes, word origins, and historical Today items with several named figures.
General Stilwell charmed troops by speaking Chinese and signing autographs for a Chinatown youth. The episode amused the boy, who exclaimed at his surprise as the general joked about not speaking English. The scene reflects wartime morale and informal moments on duty.
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