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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 2013
Page
4
Baytown Goodfellows drive seeks to raise 12000 dollars to meet the annual goal. Donations accepted now through year’s start, with checks made out to Goodfellows and mailed to Goodfellows C/O BJF PO Box 8116 Baytown TX 77522. Baytown Sun collection also accepted.
The December 7 remembrance honors the 2388 killed and 1178 wounded in the attack on Pearl Harbor and nearby bases. It notes 21 ships sunk or crippled and 323 aircraft destroyed, urging recognition of veterans and active duty military for their sacrifices.
Readers are informed that letters to the editor must be submitted online at www.baytownsun.com. Submissions are limited to 300 words and are subject to editorial editing for length and clarity. Authors should include full name and town of residence.
Jim Finley recalls Morris Boswell era Sweeny retail as a small town economy with downtown focus. He argues a 5 am Black Friday would fail in 1950s Sweeny due to farm work, early factory shifts, small crowds, and shops closing after 6 pm. Saturday crowded, Sabbath closed, and no nourishment for early shoppers.
A year after the Newtown tragedy Americans remain divided over gun policies. Gallup data show half support stricter laws though fewer want easier access to guns. Strong support for gun rights, led by groups like the NRA, persists, with city residents more supportive of gun control and Southern and Midwestern areas more opposed.
On this date in history major events are noted from 1776 Washington's Delaware crossing to 1987 Reagan Gorbachev missile treaty. Also mentions 1961 Beach Boys first single 1980 John Lennon death and 1982 Washington Monument hostage incident. Concludes with a Medicare bill 2006 and Johnny Manziel Heisman win 2013. Thought for Today by Elbert Hubbard.
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