Bush vows taxes not raised over my dead body
President Bush, in California and Oregon, attacks Democratic tax plans during a recession debate. He insists tax cuts stay intact, cites 5.8 percent unemployment, and urges unity while opposing broad stimulus concessions. He pitches a mix of corporate tax cuts and extended unemployment benefits to 5,000 small business owners and supporters.
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Baytown's forgotten war veteran recalls a hard past
Charley Cole of Baytown, 71, a disabled veteran awarded the Purple Heart, recalls freezing wounds and lost records from a long-ago conflict. He joined the U S Army after moving from Webb, Oklahoma to seek a better life, trained at Fort Ord, served in Tokyo, and guarded occupation duties as part of the Far East Command. See WAR STORIES on Page 8A.
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Baytown debates crime district renewal ahead of February vote
Baytown civic leaders including City Manager Monte Mercer Mayor Pete Alfaro interim Police Chief Byron Jones and ex Chief Charles Shaffer campaign for renewing the Crime Control and Prevention District for 10 more years They cite 2.8 million dollars annual funding and point to past results while confronting questions about crime relief and gang activity in the community
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Baytown to Open New City Jail Next Month
Baytown officials eye a February opening as final punch-out items clear. Training 14 jailers can begin after Monday approval, with a public show and tell at 6 30 p m January 16 in the police jury room followed by a panel on CCPD benefits led by City Manager Monte Mercer and city leaders.
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Local Texas Communities Alarmed by Rising Gang Activity
The police department is cleaning up neighborhoods plagued by gang activity. Civic and business groups fear safety decline as threats grow, with communities across Texas expressing alarm at the escalation.
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Mystery dinner fundraiser by Baytown Junior Forum planned
Baytown residents can attend a murder mystery dinner theater on Feb 1 at Goose Creek Country Club. The event, titled Antiques to Die For, features an all female cast with a 1920s theme and audience participation. Proceeds benefit the Betty Jameson Scholarship Fund and about 20 local organizations. Tickets are 50 per person or 90 per couple and include a full sit-down dinner. For details call 281 421 0558 or 281 383 7252.
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