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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1977
Page
3
The discussion centers on President Carter facing an entrenched bureaucracy and budget limits. Skepticism arises from past pledges while supporters hype zero based budgeting and Herbert Stein style zero based taxation as a bold campaign idea to force revenue choices.
National actuaries and compensation experts conclude Social Security is sound for public employees. They urge Congress to withdraw the 1951 option to opt out and make coverage compulsory for all public workers to protect employees and the public interest.
General Bur. Royce proposed splitting colonies in New England as part of a broader plan. The note records a discussion on colonial governance and regional reorganization.
Horace Mann notes a contrast between generosity shown while living and that shown at death. He argues true benevolence arises from genuine liberality, while posthumous generosity may stem from pride or fear.
A compilation of items from The Baytown Sun files over the years including civic plans for a four acre park on Burnet Bay near the home of David G. Burnet, veteran camp applications, a birthday party, resignations at Tr Cities Recreation Council, a Baytown car accident after a pole collision in fog, a cafe break‑in, television show guest Gene Prato, a REL Class reunion, a wedding at St Mark’s Methodist, and a Minerva Study Club talk, with reflections from local figures.
The piece argues that the Diablo Canyon nuclear plant near the Hosgri Fault faces earthquake risks similar to the Teton Dam failure. It cites delayed fault discovery, high costs, and political pressure to open the plant despite warnings, with NRC safeguards described as only modestly reassuring.
A fragmented report describes a nuclear plant constructed amid rising flood risks. It cites deaths and drownings linked to the dam and flood, warns residents were exposed to danger, and criticizes dam builders while noting later evacuations.
A reader with multiple sclerosis asks for guidance after medical silence. The columnist notes there is no cure, emphasizes supportive care, possible remissions, and a hopeful outlook, citing percent survival after 25 years and discussing virus theories, vaccines, and diet.
Readers weigh in on whether to use the right or left foot to brake with opinions from drivers and a Baytown mechanic. The piece also discusses Jimmy Carter's Vietnam draft dodger pardon, noting mixed feelings and public sentiment about his presidency and national events. Kerry Leavins shares views on Carter's pardon and future Sun Poll participation.
The Baytown Sun masthead lists Leon Brown as editor and publisher with Joan Wadley as editor and publisher 1950 1974. General manager Fred Hornberger and Fred Hartman as assistant to publisher. Editorial department includes Preston Pendergrass Jim Finley Wanda Orton Jerry Winton Pat Stapler. Advertising department notes retail and classified managers. Publication details cover address 1307 Memorial Drive Baytown Texas with postal box 90 and rates for daily and Sunday editions.
Robert Schuller recounts a farmer anecdote about a cow peering over a stone wall to illustrate that when facing obstacles you should look beyond the barrier. The preacher urges resilience, noting disappointments and unanswered prayers may precede breakthrough.
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