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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1950
Page
4
A religious editorial cites 1 Peter 7:5 to discuss being kept by God through faith and salvation ready for the final era. The piece reflects early church doctrine on perseverance and divine preservation.
Five recess appointees on the Subversive Activities Control Board may endure a rough Senate fight as Republicans seek to oppose administration loyalists. The 1949 McCarren act created the board to classify Communist action or fronts and to require registration when needed. Hearings on sugar quotas proceed, shaping 1951 estimates and pricing under Agriculture Department oversight.
A humorous collage of late oddities includes a UC lobster study claiming male lobsters are monogamous, a West Virginia divorce after 35 years with 17 children and $202 monthly support, and a string of light anecdotes about love birds, broken mirrors, and marital squabbles. The piece notes crime investigations and ends with the idea that crime stems from people.
Sun Slants by Fred Hartman urges President Truman to heed U S city managers including Darwin Middleton to push federal civil defense. Baytown and others plan skeleton programs, calling for real action coast to coast. The piece recalls alumni Bill Taylor and Raymond Baca and discusses the city manager form, council control, and fiscal clarity in Baytown.
Elmer Wheeler explains that humor about personal mistakes helps release tension and curb ego. A genuine laugh at oneself signals humility and perspective, while broodiness and self obsession keep one trapped in error and prevent growth. Laughter reveals that something bigger than blunders exists within us.
Baytown Sun roster lists Fred Hartman editor and publisher Syd S Gould advertising manager Beulah Mae Jackson office manager Warren Edwards managing editor. Subscription by carrier 1.60 per month 12 per year by mail 106 per month 2.90 6 months 5.75 year 13.50 armed service 0.75 per month all mail subscriptions payable in advance national representative Texas Daily Press League entered 28 second class matter at Baytown post office under Congress act of March 3 1879.
Henry McLemore advises readers on predicting the Army Navy game, recounting his long betting tradition and elaborate pregame prep. He describes attending in Philadelphia, studying team travel plans, seating, wind, and stadium conditions to guide his chosen winner.
Washington dispatch reports General Bradley told President Truman UN forces face heavy losses as North Korea offensive faltered. Bradley blamed Willoughby for intelligence errors while outlining a defensive line from Wonsan to Pyongyang and noting air support to hold the line.
Hess Hoper seeks Hing George and Bertin to join Pace Conference as labor talks loom. GM awaits UAIW reply on packinghouse dispute. Goose Creek votes to fund base for Pruett Street project.
A collage of trivia and historical notes covers dates and names. It mentions the Keystone State nickname, William Seeth founder of the Salvation Army, and questions about U S presidents. It also lists biographical hints and brief notices about birthdays and notable figures.
Broadway gossip notes Xivien Blaine, once 2 S-foot-2 and 149 pounds, now conquers Guys and Dolls at slim 103 pounds after rapid dieting. The piece notes her move from redhead to blonde and cites Dr. A A Seymour’s water and liquid-cut regimen as key to the transformation.
Mrs Stafford, a mother who believes her daughter is exceptionally ahead, took her to a modern arena theatre to see Shakespeare's Julius Caesar. The child behaved well until stepping toward the station wagon, when she burst into tears, surprising her mother who asked what was wrong and received a sobbed reply.
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