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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 2005
Page
4
Excerpts from recent editorials compare the 1970s fuel lines and high efficiency cars to a new looming energy crisis. They argue no single fix will suffice and call for simultaneous actions to cut oil use through better transportation and production methods.
Justice O'Connor condemns broad use of takings to favor redevelopment. The piece warns the public to pressure candidates on tightening state redevelopment laws and urges Americans to fund AIDS prevention and Africa relief programs to save millions of children and curb disease.
After a massive tsunami that killed over 170,000, donors across Africa Americans contributed about 1 billion dollars in relief. The total humanitarian response adds to existing pledges of several billions.
Dave Pickrell of Smokers Fighting Discrimination argues against a 244 percent cigarette tax increase in Texas aimed at funding schools. He contends the plan burdens low income smokers, fuels smuggling, and undermines small government ideals while noting limited health spending from tobacco settlement funds.
The Baytown Sun invites public input with weekly editorial board meetings at 2 p.m. on Wednesdays. Readers may submit signed letters up to 300 words or guest columns up to 500 words with a photo, limited to one submission per month, and subject to editor approval.
On July 2 1776 Continental Congress declared independence. Garfield shot in 1881. died 1881. Sherman Antitrust Act passed in 1890. Army Air Corps created 1926. Earhart Noonan disappearance 1937. Lawrence Welk show debuted 1955. Hemingway died 1961. Civil rights bill signed 1964. Supreme Court on death penalty 1976.
The Baytown Sun invites reader opinions through its Baytown Talk online forum. Readers share views on local issues and everyday topics, posting comments and engaging in lively discussions on current events and public interests.
In 1950 Superintendent George H. Gentry urged raises for the school district's top hands. The move aimed to attract and retain skilled personnel for classroom and administrative leadership amid evolving district needs. The proposal reflected ongoing salary discussions within the district during that era.
George Plagent notes Miss Frances Hayward on Beacon Hill shares advice on marriage. She argues couples should share leisure activities and know partners well before marrying. The piece reflects on divorce trends and the need for true love plus compatibility.
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