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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 2004
Page
4
The Federal Reserve Board hiked rates a quarter point amid a disappointing jobs report. Analysts note the move was planned and intended to prevent perceived panic, while uncertainty over elections, Iraq, terrorism, and oil prices looms. A summer lull may be the simpler explanation.
The Observer-Dispatch notes the 2004 Athens Games present a peaceful war where fierce competition occurs without bloodshed. It praises how athletes from diverse cultures compete on a level field, proving hard work and perseverance trump divisions, offering a brighter light amid world troubles.
The California Supreme Court unanimously voided licenses for gay marriages performed in San Francisco and held that state law defines marriage as between a man and a woman. The decision limits local government power and leaves open whether the state constitution would permit same sex marriage amid ongoing litigation nationwide.
The Baytown Sun invites community input with weekly editorial board meetings at 2 p.m. on Wednesdays. Residents may visit or schedule appointments via Managing Editor David Bloom at 281-422-8302. Letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words welcomed with signature and contact details.
A reflective piece explores daily kissing as a bond in families and its health benefits cited by Dr Joyce Brothers and German researchers. It contrasts American and Lebanese ideas of affection, noting kissing elevates happiness and longevity, while American revives cautious politeness.
The VFW Post 912 and Auxiliary thank The Baytown Sun for publicity and coverage of Safe Eads Day the first such event. Gratitude extends to Dr. Ralph Traylor and staff The Children's Dental Clinic Dr Brandy McCans from A New Life Chiropractic Clinic The Woodlands DARE fingerprinting officers and local donors Krisher-McKay Realtors Red Carpet Realtors Navarre Funeral Home Ron Craft Chevrolet Vietnam Veterans of America American Ex-POWs VFW Post Auxiliary and Food Town for hot dogs buns and volunteer cooks Publicity enabled future service expansions.
On August 21 dates of note span 1904 Count Basie birth in Red Bank New Jersey to 1993 NASA Mars Observer loss. Major events include Lincoln Douglas debates in 1858 and Dumbarton Oaks talks in 1944. Hawaii become 50th state in 1959.
A letter from Giff Jameson asserts Texas remains staunchly conservative and loyal to Bush Cheney. He ridicules Amy Hinojosa’s views on Kerry Edwards, defends traditional marriage, opposes same sex rights, and urges her to relocate to California. He credits Bush with improving security post 9 11 and dismisses Clinton era blame. He ends with pride in being Texan and Republican.
Radio schedules from 1944 list The Guiding Light Vox Pop and The Lone Ranger on Houston stations. Obituary notes Ima Hoge’s services in 1975. A 1990 FM 2100 elementary project delays due to water and sewer. A 2000 gas well near Anahuac explodes prompting evacuations and road closures. 2003 Lynchburg Ferry reopens with Harris County official Sylvia Garcia at the ceremony.
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