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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 2004
Page
4
Baytown Sun editorial highlights illegal gaming raids across Texas with $135,000 seized and 1,200 machines confiscated statewide. Local totals exceed $55,000 and 200 machines as operators cite illegal gambling. Calls for ending gambling proliferation and seeking legitimate funding for state government. Editorial by David Bloom.
Gov. Jeb Bush pushes legislation to allow guardians to represent fetuses whenever mothers cannot decide medical care. He cites a rape case of an Orlando woman in a state supervised home, called J.D.S., who finally received a guardian for the fetus after delays. A baby girl was born in August. Florida Today, Melbourne
The Baytown Sun editorial board meets weekly at 2 pm on Wednesday. Readers may submit letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words on public-interest items, with a photo for guest pieces. Submissions must be signed and include contact details for verification.
A reader letter condemns President Bush for perceived faults harming the middle and lower classes. It contrasts Bush with Kerry’s service, cites health care, education, Social Security, Medicare, layoffs, deficits, and opposes a second Bush term. The letter targets Bush’s policies and favors accountability for current hardships.
A Baytown reader responds to the Feb. 4 editorial The mother of all mistakes praising President Bush and the war on terrorism while urging continued support. The letter defends the invasion as necessary, critiques liberal views, and condemns opponents as partisan.
A reader questions Lt. Keith Dougherty on Texas gambling law noting sanctioned forms like lottery and bingo generate state revenue. The letter argues legalizing certain gambling could divert money from neighboring states and benefit local communities, inviting public opinion.
This Sunday February 8 2004 marks the 39th day of the year with 327 days left. Notable events include the 1904 Russo Japanese War beginning at Port Arthur with Roosevelt mediation and a Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts, Mary Queen of Scots’ beheading in 1587, William and Mary charter in 1693, and the Boy Scouts of America incorporation in 1910.
Doctors at three Baytown hospitals report a siege of pneumonia and the flu during 1941, detailing a surge in cases across the medical facilities and community impacts.
Baytown Texas City Hall lists City Manager Gary Jackson and Mayor Pete Alfaro with district representatives Mercedes Renteria Scott Sheley Calvin Mundinger Don Murray Ronnie Anderson Coleman Godwin. Members serve two-year terms and council meets second and fourth Thursdays at 6 30 p m at City Hall.
A compiled contact roster lists Goose Creek ISD superintendent Barbara Sultis and trustees, Barbers Hill Administration officials, Anahuac P Q Box and multiple positions, and a Board of Regents with terms. It notes terms, meeting schedules, and offices across districts in Texas.
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