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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 2020
Page
5
Letters to the editor note ongoing leadership work on world affairs while churches face enduring historical scrutiny for complicity. The contributor Rick Crotts signs the brief.
Pastor Phillip Morris of Restoration Church in Highlands apologizes for causing alarm during a probe by constables after a church service. He says the act was a spiritual wall of protection using vegetable oil for all communities McNair and Highlands, citing biblical verses about prayer and protection and asking forgiveness while reaffirming love and prayers for all.
The author accuses white zealots of destroying statues and misrepresenting Black Lives Matter, claiming their goal is social upheaval and political power. They warn voters to be cautious in November, arguing both parties risk drastic consequences regardless of outcome.
A Baytown reader argues against Black Lives Matter and moves to protect the legacy of Robert E. Lee from name changes and historical revision. The writer recalls teaching a Black student years ago and defends civil rights activism while asserting pride in Lee High School and Ronald Reagan's quote on freedom.
Capgemini reports global markets lost over 18 trillion in February and March 2020 due to COVID 19 with a slight April recovery. It estimates a 6 8 decline in global wealth from end 2019 through April 2020. It notes potential resilience ahead despite shrinking economy and uncertain investor outlook.
The U S dollar weakened against the Japanese yen the British pound and the euro. It also weakened against the Canadian dollar and the Mexican peso reflecting broad gains for major rivals.
A Baytown community member, a Robert E. Lee High School graduate, opposes renaming the school citing respect for General Lee and concern that changing the name signals weakness. The debate centers on honoring history versus modern calls to reevaluate Confederate names.
Walmart will require customers to wear face coverings at all Walmart and Sam's Club locations starting Monday. The policy, amid broad debate, follows Kroger’s similar move and broadens mask mandates beyond areas with government orders.
Mont Belvieu Council passes an ordinance making the city the only provider of commercial trash collection by April 2021. The city already serves residential collection and operates about 53 bins, including many for the school district, while private firms will still handle large construction roll-on bins.
Harris County Public Health reports 50 370 confirmed cases countywide through Wednesday with 491 deaths total. Baytown area 527 cases and nine deaths, Highlands ZIP 77562 39 cases and one death, Crosby ZIP 77532 197 cases and two deaths. Chambers County 635 cases five deaths. Texas totals 282 365 cases and 3 432 deaths after a reporting change in Bexar County.
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