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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 2002
Page
2
A calm day with patchy morning fog then mostly sunny skies. Highs reach the mid-70s with sunrise at 7 12 and sunset at 5 54.
Key events on January 28 include the 1986 Challenger disaster anniversary, Henry VII's death in 1547, Drake's death in 1596, Marti's birth in 1853, the Carnegie Institute establishment in 1902, and Coast Guard creation in 1915. Notable later items mention Brandeis joining the Supreme Court in 1916, Burma Road reopening in 1945, hostages released in Tehran in 1980, Dozier rescue in 1982, a 1992 era reference to Bush's State of the Union, and Simpson civil verdict in 1997 with $33.5 million damages.
A historic meditation attributed to the German author Thomas a Kempis urges spending one day truly well as a guiding reflection. It frames daily life as a deliberate practice of virtue and focus, inviting readers to consider intent and discipline.
A biblical passage from Luke 6 37 to 38 emphasizes not judging or condemning others and urges forgiveness. It promises that the measure given will be returned and blessings will overflow for those who give with a good attitude.
Vice President Cheney defended the White House stance on not naming energy executives met with during policy formation amid Enron probes. lawmakers weigh court action, while Bush aides face scrutiny from multiple committees and critics demand disclosure.
Senate leaders traded verbs amid a partisan dispute over the economy and Enron's collapse. Daschle warned retirees might lose funds while Lott condemned the term and urged unity. Bush avoided the fray, attending church and a private dinner with Laura and George H.W. Bush.
Cheney argued for unvarnished advice to energy policy leaders while GAO chief Walker said he seeks no records of private discussions. The exchange highlights a months old clash over documents tied to the energy task force and industry contacts, with Cheney asserting the office has already handed over many files to investigators.
Houston based Vinson and Elkins the largest Texas firm faces sharp accusations over Enron work. An Enron insider claims the firm blessed deals masking debt while an outside review was not sought. Watkins warned of an Enron collapse and bias in self review. No suits against V&E have been pursued by Houston lawyers.
AP survey paints a nation changed by Sept. 11 with anxious optimism and civil tone. Jobs vanish, crime mixed, obesity climbs, poverty low but risks rise as unemployment nears 6 percent. Budget deficit looms despite tax cuts as Congress prepares Bush’s address.
In Anacortes Washington a maintenance worker Johnny J Rogers of Baker Louisiana died when a temporary elevator collapsed during routine maintenance on a refinery processing unit at Tesoro. He worked for CB I Constructors Inc a Houston based subcontractor. The accident occurred about 1 am Saturday and another crew member was not injured. Tesoro and regulators began inquiries as operations continued.
Vice President Dick Cheney said a new four star command to coordinate North American defense would be a good idea. The Washington Post noted the Defense Department was considering giving one general or admiral authority over domestic deployments of Air Force jets Navy ships and Army National Guard troops.
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