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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 2005
Page
4
The passage asserts that the colonies, in lawful self government, declare their independence from Britain. It affirms natural rights, lists grievances of King George III, and proclaims unity as Free and Independent States. The signers pledge lives fortunes and sacred honor under divine Providence.
The roster names the signers representing each state from New Hampshire to Georgia including figures such as John Hancock Samuel Adams John Adams Roger Sherman William Williams Oliver Wolcott Josiah Bartlett Benjamin Franklin Richard Henry Lee Thomas Jefferson Button Gwinnett George Walton and others across the original colonies. Many delegates across all thirteen states signed the document, detailing the nation’s early leadership.
A 35 year old man with brain damage writes from his Barbers Hill Road home through his mother. He expresses gratitude to Americans serving in war while describing lifelong disability, dependence on care, and inability to defend or speak for himself.
A reader writes from Baytown denouncing flag burning, recalling fallen comrades and urging empathy from protesters. He recalls wartime losses, imagines veterans confronting troublemakers, and mentions an interview with Fox News Oliver North’s War Stories to air July 17 at 7 p.m.
A Baytown resident hails a June 29 repair of a long broken southbound lane at the Baker Downs entrance as a miracle. He notes the improvement, suggests fixing another nearby trench, and hopes readers see this as a positive sign amid local criticism.
The Baytown Sun invites letters and guest columns on public interest topics. Include an address and phone number not for publication. Submissions may be edited or refused. Send signed letters to Wanda Garner Cash or David Bloom at The Baytown Sun, P O Box 90, Baytown 77522, or via fax 281 427 1880 or email sunnews baytownsun com.
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