Assault on Army suicides spikes in 2008 crisis reports
The Austin American Statesman reports a sharp rise in personal crisis reports within the U S Army with 24 soldiers possibly dying by own action in January. Last year saw 128 confirmed suicides, likely rising to about 140, far exceeding 2007 and 2006 figures. Officials seek solutions through training, more mental health staff, and a long term NIMH study while addressing stigma and PTSD veteran issues.
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Super Bowl Shoes Snub at upscale Baytown Party
Jim Finley recalls wearing old Keds look alike Airwalks to a Super Bowl Sunday gathering hosted by Linda and Tommy Holcomb. He hoped to make a fashion statement but faced silence from friends including longtime confidants Gary and Pat Thomas and end to his stylish boldness. The night ends with a vow to abandon the shoes and dress more frumpishly next time.
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Baytown Sun Contact and Submission Guidelines
The Baytown Sun provides contact details for publishers editors and staff. It outlines letter and guest column policies including word limits, photo requirement, and signature rules. Instructions cover submission addresses phone numbers and e mail, plus delivery timing and redelivery policy.
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Letters to the Editor Rail at Liberals and Stimulus Bill
A reader voices partisan critique of the Bush and Obama administrations. The letter mocks Democrats while accusing Republicans of obstruction and blaming the public for political ignorance amid discussions of the stimulus bill and healthcare funding. It argues for partisan blame and suggests hypocrisy across parties.
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Faith based funding controversy echoes through reform continuance
President Obama signed an executive order extending the faith based initiatives created by Bush, prompting critique that taxpayer dollars outsource welfare to private religious groups. Critics warn exemptions from anti discrimination laws may vanish under new policies as funding grows and conditions tighten. See Paul page 5A.
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