Brunson Theater Gimmicks Sparked Local Movie Memories
Laura Kaye Wogan of Richardson recalls her father Rufus Honeycutt running the Brunson Theater from 1949 to 1974. He promoted shows with gimmicks that drew crowds, from goat giveaways to kiddie contests, while supporting charities like the Goodfellows. The 55th anniversary of the Brunson’s grand opening falls on Monday, Aug. 23.
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United Way of Baytown Area launches 2004 campaign kickoff
The United Way of Baytown Area begins its 2004 05 drive with a Sept 9 breakfast at San Jacinto Mall, running through late November. The goal is 1 650 000, but the chair says the effort aims beyond numbers to help families via agencies like Big Brothers Big Sisters and the Baytown YMCA. Funds support clothing for school children and services across 26 agencies in Baytown area zip codes 77520 77521 77522 77562 77580, with contact 281 424 5922.
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Community calendar events across churches and clubs
Local calendar lists Hymn Singing at Hampton Inn, bingo at VFW Post 912, a St Joseph School health fair, Republican and Dayton booster meetings, Baby Time at Sterling Library, Monday bridge at Remington Park, seniors activities, Jazzercise at St John’s church, Compassionate Friends group, Mothers Day Out enrollment, cancer awareness meeting in Wallisville, Baytown Lions Club speaker, preschool Storytime at Sterling Library, Kings Table Bible Study at Wayne Gray Complex with lunch.
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Baytown
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Weather watch for Point Barrow Trinity Bay
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Baytown Sun Delivery Reminder for Missed Papers
Reader notices advise subscribers to ensure delivery by 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 6 a.m. Sunday. If not received on time, call 425-3048 by 10 a.m. for re-delivery.
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Obituary notices for Joslin Davis and Widmer deaths
Obituaries list Allen D. Joslin Lewis Hal Davis Jr and John Widmer with pending notices for Paul Marron and Richard E. Mason. Page 6B.
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Baytown Sun seeks reader stories on hobbies and fame
Readers are invited to submit story ideas about unusual hobbies or striking personal histories. Include contact details and any convincing information so editors can reach you or a friend if the piece is chosen for publication.
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The Sun invites readers to share photos by emailing David Bloom at david bloom baytownsun.com or mailing prints to the Baytown offices at 1301 Memorial Drive, Baytown.
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Quotable Quote by Logan Pearsall Smith
A concise quotation attributed to American essayist Logan Pearsall Smith born 1865 who died 1946. The line suggests the paradox that honesty can be used to cast doubt on credibility when uttered as the sole tactic in argument.
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Jeremiah 33 6 Health and Cure Verse Quote
A biblical verse from Jeremiah proclaims that God will bring health and cure to the land and reveal an abundance of peace and truth to the people. The passage emphasizes restoration, healing, and divine revelation as central themes.
Corrections Policy Notice for The Baytown Sun
The Baytown Sun states it issues corrections and clarifications promptly. Readers may contact managing editor David Bloom at 281 425 8016 or via email at david.bloom baytownsun.com for inquiries.
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