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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 2008
Page
4
The notice lists Clifton E. Clements as editor and publisher and Jim Finley as managing editor with day Eshbach noted as a community member. It reads as a staff roll for the newspaper's editorial board.
U S views argue Castro’s departure ends 49 years of rule due to age and illness. Raul Castro is the likely successor as Washington faces a new era and debates whether to engage directly with Cuban leaders and people to foster a peaceful transition to democracy.
At Madison Square Garden the beagle Uno claimed Best in Show, the first of his breed to do so in the event's 132 year history. He defeated 2,600 dogs including finalists Charmin the Sealyham, Remy the standard poodle, Marge the Weimaraner, Macey the Akita, Vikki the toy poodle and Deuce the Australian shepherd. The crowd adored his wagging tail and lively appeals to spectators, signaling renewed beagle interest following the win.
A reflective account recalls Mont Belvieu Barbers Hill before industrial growth. It traces Main Street shops, schools, churches, and green spaces, then chronicles petroleum boom, explosions, evacuations, church moves, and population shift to Eagle Drive. The piece ends with nostalgia and a nod to Richard Lewellen. Elizabeth Gill, local Sunday School teacher, is noted.
A compact roster lists President George W. Bush and Vice President Dick Cheney with White House numbers, plus Kay Bailey Hutchison and John Cornyn US senators with DC and Houston faxes. Also included are Ted Poe, Ron Paul, and Gene Green congressional offices with district phone numbers and web addresses.
Baytown Sun contact information lists Clifton Clements as publisher Sandy Denson as business manager Joshua Hart circulation manager Gordon Gallatin advertising director and David Bloom managing editor. The notice invites letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words and notes that guest columns should include a photo.
The Baytown Sun publishes original letters and guest columns with signatures. Send signed items to David Bloom at P.O. Box 90 Baytown 77522 or via fax or email. Readers should receive the paper by 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday and by 8 a.m. Sunday. call 281 425 8066 by 9 a.m. if late for redelivery.
A reader criticizes proposed garage sale regulations arguing they would not address real issues. They question enforcement, public health impact, and parking, while accusing officials of using fees to raise city revenue and calling for abandonment of the plan.
A reader argues the city lacks staff to inspect garage sales and enforce animal welfare. They claim stray cats and dogs harm neighborhoods and urge an ordinance to confine pets to their owners property or for the health department to investigate. If neighbors keep five to ten cats, action should come from city authorities or a health official.
A reader urges city officials to curb garage sales citing excessive signage and improper parking. They suggest using flea markets in Baytown as alternative venues and urge renting a room for sales rather than street events.
Community members question new city fees and limits on garage sales. Opponents say the proposals threaten personal freedoms and curb yard sales, while supporters cite nuisance control. Residents fear more restrictions could follow in other local activities.
Resident thanks Brandon Capetillo for phone explanation of the front yard ordinance not covered by the paper or Channel 11 News. He learned that boats or RVs in the driveway are allowed and that the ordinance applies to items in the grass or street of the front yard.
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