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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1968
Page
4
Editorial notes National Kraut and Frankfurter Week runs Feb 22 through March 2 for the 21st year. It links postwar baby boom voters entering adulthood with questions about democracy in Germany. West German poll finds 74% favor democracy, 81% support multiple parties, contrasts 1951 views on one party rule.
An Ohio school class studying Ford's Theatre in Washington discussed why plays were not shown there for years. A pupil quipped that Lincoln could not return after his death, a comment reflecting the historical gap in performances.
Crossword style puzzle with multiple clues across and down. Contains references to names, places, abbreviations, and technical terms across a broad set of definitions. Some entries resemble historical or fictional references and may include archaic spellings or truncated forms.
The document lists key personnel including editor and publisher roles at the Baytoum Sun, naming editor Veree, publisher staff, office manager Dow Den Peteorn, and editorial department figures Preston Pendergrass and Henry Holcomb among others. The roster spans roles from editor and publisher to business and general management.
An opinion piece argues that the United States is waging a no win war, criticizing State Department policy and calling for a clear all-out victory or withdrawal. The author laments the casualty toll and warns against perpetual restraint while praising patriots yet urging frank critique of current strategy.
The passage notes that staying late can signal hard work or vanity, contrasts industriousness with self-regard, and humorously frets about rising resort weekend prices rather than travel to Europe. It reflects office culture and humor about work ethics and leisure costs.
The riddle's solver Oedipus provoked the Sphinx into a fatal fall from her cliff near Thebes. The Sphinx died after hurling herself from the precipice in anger. The Q and A note Victoria Crosses source metal from Crimean War guns.
A Biblical verse notes that God fulfilled his promise by raising Jesus, a savior, to Israel, citing Acts 13 23.
Washington Merry-Go-Round reports from the 38th parallel where American units face brutal cold and scarce supplies. Since November 2, 1966, North Korean actions have killed 24 GIs and wounded 78, with patrols limited to guarding and waiting rather than striking back. The Second Infantry Division endures shortages of ammo, fuel, and spare parts, and soldiers receive no combat pay or ribbons.
In a medical Q and A column Dr Brandstadt explains normal BP ranges emphasizing diastolic readings, salt restriction, weight control, and varied drugs for essential hypertension. Separate dispatch reports soldiers in Korea complain of shortages, fuel, ammo, and equipment, with Gen Bonesteel promising investigations into supply gaps.
A compact reflection cites Hebrews on human significance and Walt Whitman’s line about producing great men guiding enduring achievement. The note frames ambition through a literary lens, pairing biblical inquiry with a poet’s creed.
Rep Charles Joelson blasts House Appropriations Committee for archaic practices and secret subcommittee hearings. He cites lack of transparency on CIA funding and argues reforms stall in the House Rules Committee. Mahon defends structure, noting open hearings impractical, while full committee action often blocks minority challenge.
Play examines a hand where North rebids five diamonds but South supports to three no trump. South wins a heart lead, then a spade to dummy, and can claim five diamonds with defense possible. The article argues rebidding a five card suit often costs partnership harmony and invites unwanted slams.
In a standard four person bridge deal West North East South opens one club. South holds ANQ8ES YA2 A BAKGSA. After the sequence Pass Pass 1C You Pass, what should you bid with partner holding the shown hand. Today’s question asks what to bid when partner then overcalls three clubs. Tomorrow's answer.
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