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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1972
Page
3
Editorial argues skyjackings have evolved into a lasting threat requiring ground security upgrades. It notes passenger screening, weapon detectors funded by Congress, and broader industry and government measures, warning of high costs for airlines and passengers to ensure public safety.
A reader asks about salt substitutes, iodine intake, and weight gain. Dr Lamb explains that excess pounds come mainly from calories, not salt or substitutes, notes iodized salt as iodine source, and suggests medical check for thyroid. He also approves hypnosis with a balanced diet and offers a booklet via mail.
Miami Beach report credits Kennedy’s first team Frank Mankiewicz Myer Feldman and Pierre Salinger with crafting a new era in American politics. Precinct by precinct analysis and large volunteer corps powered door to door campaigning and broadening the electorate with 18 year olds plus 25 million new voters. Women volunteers sustained the effort while traditional machines faltered against modern organization.
The Baytown Goose Creek live oak on Texas Avenue is celebrated as a historic emblem linked to former Mayor R H Pruett. Residents recall past efforts to save it from termites and council attempts to cut it, noting its age and symbolic value in town life. The piece also mentions national politics and labor figures shaping party dynamics.
Florida tomato growers and the Agriculture Department are accused of plotting to block Mexican imports in favor of greenhouse ripening greens. A Nixon travel order is undermined by officials routinely flying first class, prompting questions about government cost discipline.
A reader quiz covers topics from pine size to Santa Claus origins and sunburn rays. It notes the Luray Caverns organ's echoing music and marks Harry S. Truman's January 1949 inauguration as the first televised presidential inauguration.
The Baytown Sun lists staff and office roles including Fred Hartman editor John Wadley general manager Paul Pulman assistant publisher Ann Pritchett office manager Preston Pendergrass executive editor Jim Finley managing editor Wanda Orton associate managing editor Paul Putman advertising director Dwight Mondy retail manager Leon Brown and classified manager. It notes freestanding publication details and subscription rates with mailing info and AP membership rights.
Betsy notes walking and jogging catching on in Baytown. She shares personal views on pollution, rail tracks as hiking lanes, and other local walking routes such as East Sterling to the Community Building and Spur 201 easements. She contrasts here with Waikiki and praises quiet residential views.
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