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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1953
Page
4
In Washington Congress debates a 25 percent fall in farm commodity prices and a 50 year program. Republicans argue over scaling to curb outlays while Eisenhower backs continuation. experts warn the worst may still come and farm incomes remain below postwar norms.
A fragment from a column mocks Pravda and Soviet press freedom with jokes about government edits on pants and cuffs. It also notes British irritation over public parades in London and mockingly questions Soviet and Western media practices.
A Hammond reader letter criticizes control within marriage, praising male dominance and finances. The writer claims to “rule the roost” after 54 years of marriage, cites outdated gender norms, and belittles men who rely on wives for money or decision making. The piece includes provocative lines and ends with a cryptic PS about washing a wife.
Mrs. Eisenhower sent worn personal items from 60 Morningside Drive to Washington to give away to Army wives moving between posts. A Columbia friend watched her sort through the second-hand furnishings and noted the charitable plan.
A quoted Bible verse states that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God the Father, drawn from Philippians 2:44. The phrasing emphasizes worship and acknowledgment of Christ’s lordship in Christian belief.
Baytown Sun publisher and staff names listed for the Baytown, Texas office. Advertising manager and editors named amid rate card details showing subscription prices and mailing terms. Public notice style entry records office location and post office classification under federal act.
Leonard Lyons notes on Bobby Birns and Landi conversation about memory tricks. Osger Chapman opens a law office hours after leaving Cabinet post and joins Chapman Cox Mars in Washington. Sardi's shows an old image of Ewell from Seven Year Itch era. A 700 carat diamond, the Coronation Stone, is being cut in London with hopes to present to Queen Elizabeth.
Elmer Wheeler profiles Ben Hogan’s near-fatal 1948 crash and the long road to recovery. Hogan, battered and unable to walk at first, fights back with support from wife Valerie and medical teams, returning to golf ten months later as runner up at the Los Angeles Open and then winning major tournaments through grit and determination. France's frost is noted as likely not changing premiers, though the weatherman may not get support.
Hollywood on January 26 reveals Marie Wilson promoting March of Dimes through her CBS radio show My Friend Irma while secretary Yvonne, paralyzed by polio, remains in hospital. Marie recounts Yvonne's condition, her iron lung and current care as donors pour in gifts and offers.
A jumble of trivia and fragments notes birthdays, historical dates, and biographical clues. Mentions MacArthur Roy Andrews Percy Beerd Zoie Toth and other personalities with scattered career notes and assorted questions.
The community approved a new charter and a name change for the Tri-Cities from Pelly to Baytown by a strong majority. A marriage was announced for Adele Kind and John Willis Rizler, with details from Vienna and Bat town families. Also noted are a weather forecast and sports notes naming George Walmsiex and Paul Bilkern as captains of the Ganders.
A fragment from a 40s style column quotes a man asked his view on women today. He jokes he is not thinking about women now, claiming it has been nearly two years since he last considered the topic.
Washington Merry-Go-Round explains battlefield promotions in Korea are blocked by the Davis rider placing a cap on majors. With 53,008 majors already and a 5249 cap, promotions stall while enlisted ranks rise. Army delays require long service for each rank, freezing opportunities for battlefield advancement above lieutenant. Respondents note congressional efforts to amend the rider to allow more front line promotions.
A 1940s memo discusses veteran service papers and employment prospects, noting torn papers and delays in issuing proper certificates. It highlights concerns about how employers view veteran cards and the need for reliable documentation for reservists. The document includes references to secret GM reports and a Nichols construction project with costs listed.
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