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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 2003
Page
2
AccuWeather forecasts noon conditions for Thursday July 3 with partly cloudy skies. A 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms today, with highs in the lower 90s and lows in the mid 70s. Tomorrow carries a 40 percent shower and storm chance.
On this date in history several major events are recorded including the Union victory at Gettysburg in 1863 after Confederate retreat, Quebec founded in 1608, Washington assuming command in 1775, Idaho statehood in 1890, the 1988 Iran Air disaster, and Wimbledon winner Steffi Graf’s third straight title.
The item quotes Robert G. Ingersoll to reflect on hope as a universal liar who preserves honesty while deceiving. It presents a concise aphorism about truth and optimism.
Hebrews 2 18 notes that Christ suffered temptations and is able to aid those tempted, offering comfort and aid through faith.
In Houston federal court, prosecutors have not yet recommended which of 12 defendants eligible for the death penalty in May’s botched immigrant smuggling incident will be pursued. Judge Botley paused arraignments for lack of two lawyers per defendant, delaying hearings for several accused, while noting several could face up to the death penalty or prison terms if convicted.
Democratic presidential hopeful Dick Gephardt called Texas congressional redistricting "crazy" during a fundraiser in El Paso. He criticized Republicans for changing rules and said the plan obscures how residents select their representative. He urged more border security funding and support for first responders.
Fort Bliss soldiers, many young, received Silver Stars Bronze Stars and Purple Hearts for actions in Iraq during a sun soaked Independence Day ceremony. Fourteen honored for bravery in combat and posthumous Purple Hearts noted from the indoor memorial for nine lost in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Purple Hearts were also awarded to four MPs from the 76th Battalion for wounds in two skirmishes. Names include Candice May Jeremy Bristol Alan Hill and Pedro Rodriguez.
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