Nominees Sought for Citizen of the Year in Baytown Sun
The Baytown Sun invites readers to nominate individuals for 2017 Citizen of the Year from Baytown and surrounding areas. Entries require a brief description plus a success story, with submissions due by Tuesday February 28. Contact details and multiple submission options are provided.
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Letter to the Editor Attacks Trump as a Rug Lie Metaphor
Alan Hudgins of Baytown writes harshly about Donald Trump accusing him of constant lying. The letter uses a metaphor comparing Trump to a cheap rug to urge removal of perceived deceit. The piece frames the writer's strong political stance and calls for action.
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Alan Hudgins
Baytown
Village Idiot and One Man’s Treasure Comic Strip
Cartoon humor note from Ira Alexander praising The Village Idiot One Man’s Treasure for brightening mood amid bleak news. Reader thanks the creator for laughter during tough times.
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Be Sure and Include a Phone Number for Verification
The notice requests readers to include a phone number so the sender can verify the letter. It notes letters may be edited. It emphasizes providing a contact number for follow up and verification.
Today in History Highlights Key Events On This Date
On this date several events are noted including the 1815 U S Britain ratifications of the Treaty of Ghent ending the War of 1812. The 1944 invasion of Eniwetok Atoll occurred with light resistance and rapid seizure. Vanguard 2 launched in 1959 for meteorology. Johnson & Johnson stopped capsuled medicines after a Tylenol cyanide incident. Kasparov defeated Deep Blue in 1996. Congress extended a Social Security tax cut and unemployment benefits five years ago. Thought for Today reflects on healthy attitude. Tom Stoppard is quoted.
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Ghent
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Meeting 97 year old Baytown resident Lowell Herrington
Bert Marshall recalls a visit with Lowell Herrington and his wife Barbara in Baytown. The 97 year old shares memories from 1929 onward including Pelly Goose Creek Baytown consolidation in 1948, Hog Island stories, oil derricks, and local landmarks.
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Pinehurst
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Tabbs Bay
Bay
Tabbs Bay Causeway
Morrell Street
Mrs Laughlin’s House and the Baytown Kindergarten Memoir
A nostalgic tribute to Mrs. Laughlin and her Baytown kindergarten in the 107 Live Oak home. The piece recalls playful classrooms, life lessons, and shared memories of children learning to walk, share, and nap, with references to mimeograph ink and a small neighborhood culture. Lanny Griffith is noted as an AEL graduate and media figure.
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Live Oak
Commerce Street
Robert Fulgham
Lanny Griffith
AEL
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