06 Jan 1978
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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1978
Page
1
Police chief H. Turner will answer questions at a 7 p.m. Baytown Police Wives Association meeting in the Woodcreek Apartments clubhouse. Emergency Aid classes begin Jan 4 with details from the Baytown Service Center.
Late night fog gives way to a warm partly cloudy weekend in Baytown with mild showers possible. Forecast shows highs in the mid 60s Saturday and lows near the mid 50s, with light winds. Other notes mention local events and personal updates from residents and visitors, including sports fan reactions and community headlines.
City officials discuss a proposed subdivision ordinance extending Baytown standards beyond Waytown limits. The plan would cover land north of city, south of Wallisville Road, with boundaries along San Jacinto River and Highway Lat. It requires concrete roads with curbs, no open wires, and prohibits flexible bases or certain pipe types. Builders warn costs will rise. some council members urge public input and a work session.
City planners discuss an expanded subdivision ordinance to guide growth beyond current boundaries. Officials note rural areas face cheaper lots and faster development, while aiming to preserve quality with stricter site plans and annexation decisions.
Channelview Postmaster Robert C. Southwick has been named officer in charge of Baytown post offices for three months while a search for two successors to the late ML Neal continues. Southwick, 56, of Houston replaces Wayne Goetzmann who led Baytown for three months after Neal's death. The Baytown office will get new acting heads for three months until a permanent postmaster is chosen, Southwick said. He noted the short process and claimed no appointment will occur within the period. Southwick has been Channelview postmaster for one year and said he was assigned to the HawIngwn Post Office to gain experience in a larger office.
City officials discussed bringing sewer service to a new 44 lot Timber Ridge subdivision north of Whispering Pines into the city system. Developer Walker proposed tying onto the city line with higher monthly charges and a $100 per unit connection fee, while city managers weigh accepting ownership and future inspections. Annexation of Timber may be considered.
Lou Holtz, famed Razorback mentor, visits Baytown for a 1977 Rangers banquet at 7 p.m. Tickets sold in advance. Holtz brings college coaching insights and anecdotes after guiding Arkansas to a 11-1 season and a No. 3 national finish.
In Budapest a state official formally resumes the Crown of St. Stephen, signaling a closed dispute between the United States and Hungary amid Cold War tensions. Belgium reports President Carter’s stop on his Atlantic alliance tour amid nuclear arms talks with the Soviet Union. In Louisville, Kentucky, troopers clash with United Mine Workers picketers at a nonunion mine. seven canners are arrested. Dr. Michael E. Febakey is recovering and set for release. John MacArthur dies at 80 in West Palm Beach.
Residents in the McNair area backed by nearly 1000 signatures urged Harris County officials to boost law enforcement. The Converned Citizens of McNair pressed for patrols across county areas, supporting Sheriff Jack Heard and precinct 2 commissioner, while noting prior assurances and staffing limitations.
Harris County commissioners discuss a 1978 bond election for road repairs drainage projects and park improvements. Projects include widening North Main from Baker Road to Interstate 10 and finishing 1975 bond plans in Baytown area. Other items cover six new parks, accessibility upgrades, ambulance service for unincorporated areas, road and drainage upgrades, and absentee voting in precinct buildings. Commissioner Fonteno criticizes pay raises without voter approval and notes staff use personal cars with travel allowance.
The Ponnce Struel Journal notes a lighthearted claim that Lat’s career has not yielded many honors but may deserve a new one. The piece jokes about Baytown and Tri-Clues hosting more AEL football banquets than expected, with playful remarks on recognition.
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